Casino slots

Latvia’s online casinos use special software that emulates the operation of slot machines. There is a category of video slots that replicate well-known classic machines (the famous “Strawberry” and so on). More advanced slots are completely original developments of modern studios.

Software for Latvian casinos comes from a number of well-known providers and software developers. These include NetEnt, Greentube, ETG, iSoftBet and others.

In most online casinos slots are located in several sections of the site. The most popular among users slots are available directly on the main page. Others are placed in sections such as New, Popular, Jackpot, Video poker and others. A number of casinos highlight certain categories of video slots, such as Megaways.

Any slot can be found quickly by searching the site. There is also a feature to sort the slots by provider or manufacturer. Some sites allow you to sort slots online by a number of other features as well.

Casino slots features: common characteristics

Most casino slots are governed by certain rules. There are a number of characteristics and features that determine the slot’s functionality. Let us list and briefly describe the main ones:

• RNG;
• number of reels;
• paylines;
• payout table;
• bet amount;
• maximum winnings;
• special symbols;
• bonus games;
• RTP;
• dispersion.

RNG – this technology uses a random number generator in the slot algorithm. This functionality ensures complete independence and fairness of the gaming process. A properly designed RNG-based algorithm is impossible to control from the outside. All slots of famous brands necessarily work according to this principle. This eliminates the possibility of tampering with the game results.

Number of reels – classic slot machines had exactly 3 spinning wheels. Subsequently, there were slots with 5, 7, 9 reels. There are machines that use a non-traditional playing field, in which the usual wheels do not exist at all, they have been replaced by other mechanisms.

Paylines are ways of making up winning combinations. Lines can be straight, broken and even seemingly chaotic. In traditional machines there were usually up to 20-30 lines, today this number can be in the hundreds of thousands.

Payout table – each combination of symbols corresponds to a certain winning value (usually a bet multiplied by a given coefficient). All of these numbers are summarized in a table that is available for viewing.

Bet size – each slot is characterized by minimum and maximum bet sizes. Sometimes these values vary within certain limits, depending on the game settings.

The maximum winnings are an important factor, especially for gamblers. This limit is also set by the software.

Special symbols – there are several main special symbols (Wild, Scatter, Bonus) as well as a number of variations (e.g. Sticky Wild). These icons perform a variety of functions, such as setting up a prize game, replacing any regular picture, increasing winnings by several times, and so on. The description of each game explains in detail all the nuances of using the wilds.

Bonus games – Bonus games are usually triggered by a Bonus symbol. However, the bonus game can also be triggered in other ways. One of the bonus options is freespins. The player gets the opportunity to make a number of free spins.

RTP – this parameter shows how much money the players put in is returned to the users in the form of winnings. For example, with an RTP of 97.5 out of every €1,000 bet, players will get back 975. The higher the RTP, the more profitable it is to play the slot. This is especially true when wagering bonuses with a vaingeger.

Dispersion, or volatility. All machines can be divided into three categories: high, medium and low dispersion. The higher the volatility, the more unpredictable the game. With low variance, winnings are more frequent, but their average value is relatively small. With high volatility prizes are relatively rare, but the average winnings are larger.

How to play slots in Latvia

The process of playing slots is unified. Some slots have differences, but in general everything follows certain principles. To start playing, you need to do the following:

• choose a slot;
• set the bet amount;
• press the “start” button and start the reels.

After each spin, you can change the bet amount and then start the reels again. If automatic mode is selected, the spins will be repeated continuously until the set point is reached. The number of consecutive spins, the amount won (or lost), or the pot size can be set as a limit.

Slots can be played for money or for free (more info below).

An assortment of slots in the casino

According to the laws the software used in Latvian online casinos must comply with the local laws and regulations. The same applies to slots. That is why it is compulsory for leading slot machine developers and providers to undergo certification in order to become an official software provider.

The leading positions in Latvian casinos are occupied by the following gaming software manufacturers:

• NetEnt;
• EGT;
• Greentube;
• iSoftBet;
• Play’n Go;
• Evolution Gaming;
• Novomatic;
• Pragmatic Play.

Among the most popular machines:

• Starburst;
• Orient Story;
• Slizzing Hot;
• Plunderland;
• Book of Ra.

Free Casino Slots

Users can play slots for free if they wish. This is convenient for new players, as well as when testing new machines or game strategies. Slots with free play can be seen in the casino lobby by the presence of the corresponding button (e.g., “play for free”). In this case, no funds in the account are required. Some casinos allow you to play without placing a real money bet, even without registering on their website.

Free slots are popular in Latvia:

• Baron Bloodmore;
• Aviator;
• Epic Crystal;
• Tropicool;
• Rock Vegas;
• Bompers;
• Silver Seas.

The rules of the free slots versions are virtually the same as the real money games. The only difference is that you don’t have to risk your money. The casino provides a certain amount of coins to the virtual account. The player adjusts the bet amount in the same way as in a regular cash game. You can use the automatic mode and all other features.

How to play slots for money

A number of casinos allow beginners to earn without risking their money. To do this, a no deposit bonus is provided upon registration. It can be implemented in the form of bonus money or freespins. The money won through the no deposit bonus cannot be withdrawn immediately. They must be wagged with a wager, making a real deposit.

In other cases, you can play online casino slots for money only if there is money in the account. Transfer the deposit can be made in different ways: by bank transfer, by card, by e-wallets or cryptocurrencies. Each casino sets its own options for transferring money.

After making a deposit, the player gets access to all the casino’s functionality in full. He can choose to play the best slots for money.

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