How to Play Online Slots

Online Slots are the backbone of the casino industry – they’re quick, easy to get the hang of and really fun. Plus, they’re super diverse and practically every developer offers their own take on the genre.

It’s a highly competitive market out there for developers as well as operators, so the competition to stand out is fierce. This means developers are constantly looking for new features to help them stand out from the crowd and attract a bigger share of the player base. Some opt for a specific style and stick with it (such as Big Time Gaming’s Megaways) while others focus on a single theme and bring the best out of it (like NetEnt’s Narcos video slot, Vikings video slot or Jumanji video slot).

Slot games use RNGs to generate results that are random and fair but they can also have different ‘temperaments’ so players can expect varying levels of volatility or variance. High-volatility slots are more risky and may pay out less frequently, but they can also have bigger wins. Low-volatility slots tend to have smaller payouts and lower max wins.

Once you’ve found a site with a welcome bonus that appeals, click the button next to it and follow the on-screen instructions to register an account. This will require you to provide your name, date of birth, home address, email address and mobile number (if available) as well as agree to the terms and conditions. Some sites also ask you to verify your identity by clicking a link or uploading documents as part of the KYC (Know Your Customer) process.