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How Online Games Continue to Improve

There have been some big moments of evolution in the history of gambling. One of the most important has to be the release of the first mechanical poker machine; the birth of the slot machine as we know it today. In 1895, Charles Augustus Fey made an important upgrade on what was the former mechanical poker machine: the automatic payout mechanism. Then in 1964, the first electromechanical slot machine was created; just eight years later and the world’s first slot machine that featured videos was released.

Years past and the different features on offer expanded. It was the internet boom of the 1990’s that really changed the game; it was during this decade, and with the advent of gambling websites, that online slots were introduced. And things haven’t been the same since.

The popularity of online slots

Remote gambling is one of the fastest growing segments of the sector. In a 2019 report by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) — the government body that regulates the industry in Great Britain — revealed the massive growth experienced by remote gambling. With a 2.9% increase since a similar report in 2018, online gambling had a total gambling gross yield of £5.6 billion, making it the largest revenue generator across the industry.

The rising popularity of online games, including slots, has resulted in the proliferation of gambling websites; brands, both established as well as startups, recognise the value of this quickly growing industry, and want to get involved as soon as possible, so they can begin to see a return on their investment. This investment, which comes in the form of improving the games on offer (as well as the selection), has attracted more online slots players than ever before. With so many exciting options, there’s something for everyone — and so many different new games to try.

The impact of technology

The constant evolution of technology has had an incredible impact on the way we work, live and of course, play. This includes gambling games like online slots. While there are many myths and misconceptions about how the online slots works. But the technology itself is actually rather straightforward.

Every online slot game uses what’s called a random number generator. This creates random sequences by the millisecond — this is the way the machine keeps the game fair for all players. While some users can become convinced there’s a ‘good’ or ‘bad’ way of playing — or that the slot machine itself might be ‘fixed’ — the random number generator, is in fact, random — the previous spins have nothing to do with the winning sequence. This is the base technology for all online slot games. But of course, there’s so much more to it than just a random number generator.

As technology continues to get better and better, so do the games. The graphics, animations, sound and video all continue to improve — making the games more exciting for the people that play them. And that user base is growing. More people than ever are playing online casino games, like online slots, from their phones, tablets and other devices. This technology has seen a further increase in online slots players, as people want to stay entertained on the go by enjoying their favourite games.

It’s also seen a rise in a new generation of players and younger users; the people who are not only helping to create and shape new technologies but use it all the time. In order to attract younger players, online casino websites need to ensure they’re offering the most exciting games available — which further fuels the development, and improvement, of games like online slots.

New latest features

Game developers are constantly working on new features to add to their online slots games to ensure that players never get bored. One of the most popular of these features are new bonus games which come in a variety of forms, but ultimately all give the player the opportunity to win extra money.

Bonus games are generally awarded at particularly moments during game play, or if you line up a certain set of symbols on the reels. There are many different types of bonus games, including those that do or don’t require skill as well as both complex and simple variations.

Another popular feature is cascading reels, which replace a standard set of spinning wheels as part of a cascade and make room for a new selection. Then, there’s free spin rounds — a bonus feature which allows users to boost their winnings and, like bonus games, can be triggered in a variety of ways during gameplay.

And of course, there’s multiplier symbols, which can multiply your winnings by various amounts and range from X2 multiplier up to X100 and X1000 multipliers depending on the game.

The influence of pop culture

One of the exciting things about slots are based on movies, celebrities and pop culture. This enables producers to release new games with different background music and wild themes for players to enjoy.

Movie-themed slots have proven incredibly popular; some of the most popular are based on films like Pink Panther, Rocky, Planet of the Apes as well as DC films like The Dark Knight and Justice League.

There are also many slots based on music, including Guns N’ Roses, Jimi Hendrix, Motorhead and more. This allows fans of films, music and tv series to experience their favourites in a brand-new way. It also gives casinos and game developers new opportunities to try out different themes as pop culture is constantly in flux.

Into the future

With the fast advancements in technology, and as more businesses invest in this quickly growing sector, online slots games will continue to get better, providing their players incredible entertainment experiences to enjoy.