What are video slots?
As we said, video slots are nothing more than digital slot machines that imitate mechanical slot machines in every way. By pressing the “Play” button, you can then simulate the spin of the reels of any mechanical slot game.
There are often few differences between physical and mechanical slot machines, even if the latter disappear. Some technical values, such as RTP and HIT rate, remain unchanged.
Main features of video slots
Since all online slot machines are video slots, finding distinctive features may be superfluous. However, you can point out some key differences with mechanical slots.
First of all, we have the animations. Mechanical slots have none, making the game monotonous, at times boring and rather flat. Of course, I find that some video slots overdo the animated elements, but this happens in a few cases.
With video slots, we also have bet or game volume control tools, which can help us keep our budget under control and not make us spend more than we have to.
Video slots are replacing mechanical slots
I don’t know exactly when this trend started. Still, I think it is now obvious that video slots are replacing mechanical, classic, lever-operated or whatever you want to call them.
I have noticed this trend since 2015, which seems to have stopped. By now, manufacturers of mechanical slot machines, such as Novomatic, are creating physical multi-game slots in electronic format.
In practice, they are physical slots from the outside, but their “engine” is 100 per cent electronic. After all, they are machines that cost less to produce and can hold dozens of games, saving the casino space. I certainly can’t blame them.
How can you tell if video slots are right for you?
As I said, if you enjoyed even one online slot machine, then video slots are for you. Being the vast majority of slot games on the internet, there is very little to argue about.
However, you could be attracted to different casino games, such as crash games or table games. In this case, experiment as much as possible to find the right game for you.
What is my opinion on video slots?
Speaking of video slots, my verdict is pretty easy to predict: they are my favourite casino games. One thing I don’t like at all is the lack of variety. Look at the classic games, like roulette, craps or blackjack. Even if you play them 100 or 1000 times, nothing will change.
With video slots, on the other hand, we have dozens of different graphics, innovative features, and numerous variations, even those of the same game, to play with. In short, if you get bored of things easily like me, you will love these games.
