Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Free Online Slots

Online casinos these days offer free online slots games to online gamblers. These free slots games can be downloaded freely without any obligation. Slot games have different variations such as video slot games, progressive slots, 5 reel slot games and many more. Since the rules of each game are very simple, many people usually play slots games when they visit casinos. Most online casinos have many variations of the slots games. Some have as many as 80 slots games. All these slots games can be played for free with the exception of progressive slots. Aside from the regular slots game, some casinos also have free online slots tournaments.

Playing online slots

Most casinos require players to open an account before they can start playing any of the games. Opening an account doesn’t cost, although those who want to play for real money can always convert their account into a real money account. When you are registered, you need to download the required software, or you can also use the ‘instant play’ feature. Just look for the ‘instant play’ button then click it. This will enable players to play any game instantly using flash technology. Players should take a look at the different free online slots games being offered by the casino. A list of the slots games is available in the site. Some casinos also have preview features; these features allow players to have a look at how the game looks like and a brief description of the game is also provided. Slots games have different themes such as pirates, Western and popular movies, which only adds more excitement to the game. Advanced gaming technologies enabled slots machines or slots computers to use graphics and audio effects effectively.

After choosing the free online slots game you want to play, you just need to click the name of the game. A new window will be opened. The player now has to decide the coin size and the amount he or she wants to bet. Players can adjust the coin size and the bet by clicking the plus or minus sign on the screen. After choosing the amount, players can now start playing. If you are new to playing online slots, you can always open the ‘rules and instruction’ page. This page usually has step by step instructions and pictures for better understanding. Customer support is also available in case you have a problem with the casino or with the game. 


Advantages of free slots games

The main attraction of free online slots is obviously the fact that it is free. This means that players can play as long as they want at no charge. This gives them more time to practice their skills for the real game. Since, it is online, it is also very convenient and players can play any time they want. Playing online slots games for free is also a good stress reliever because you get to have fun without worrying whether you are winning or losing money. Finally, online slots games are also interactive which allows players to meet new friends around the world.

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Classic Slots

Slots games and slots tournaments 

These are all about casinos and among the attractions in many casinos. There are many types of slot machine games which include the classic slots game, video slots games, progressive slots games and many more. Classic slots are slots machine with 3 reels which is why they are sometimes referred to as three reel slots. They are called classic slots because they are very similar with the Liberty Bell which was the first slots machine. 


The classic slot 

As mentioned has 3 reels with 1 payline. The symbols on the reels are also classics. These are usually bells, cherries, sevens and bars although other symbols can also be used depending on the theme of the slots machine. Some three reel slots also have unique symbols such as a wild symbol, a scatter symbol, bonus game and a wild multiplier symbol. One to three coins can be played per spin. Payments on the classic slot games can be 400, 5000, 10000 and 15000 coins. Progressive slots games can also be played on classic slots but only on maximum bets. 


As mentioned above there are several symbols and players should be familiar with them so that they can understand the game better. Scatter symbols are symbols which are based on the theme of the slots machine. For example if the theme is western, a cowboy hat or a gun can be used as a scatter symbol. Scatter symbols can increase the pay outs because they will multiply the total bet. In order to take advantage of scatter symbols, players should play all the pay lines. Scatter symbols are the only symbols on the reel which cannot be replaced by a wild symbol. 

Another symbol on the slots which plays an important role is the wild symbol. The wild symbol also depends on the theme of the slots machine. It functions in the same way a joker does in a deck of cards. The wild symbol can take the place of any symbol except for the scatter symbol.



The Liberty Bell 

It has three reels with ten symbols each. This means that 1,000 combinations can be made. As the popularity of the game increased, the number of symbols also increased. From 10 symbols it became 20 thus increasing the possible combinations from 1,000 to 8,000. In 1970, the three reel slots machine added two more symbols to the 20 symbols which were normally used during that time. By then the maximum possible combinations totaled to 10,648. During those times, the 10,648 combinations were still not enough for those looking for a big payout. 



Slots machines manufacturers tried adding more wheels but they were not successful at first. These days all types of slots machine can be found but the classic slots machine still remains a popular choice among players. Online three reel slots games are also attractive to many online gamblers.

There are some benefits of playing a three reel slots machine games as compared to other types of slots machines. One is that the possibility of winning is higher because there are less possible combinations as compared to the five and seven reel variations. Aside from that, players can also benefit from up to five pay out lines if their bets are maximum. It is also a good practice for those who are new to the game and those who want to prepare for any slots tournament.

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Game of Baccarat

Baccarat

It's one of the oldest and most popular casino games. Many believe that the game of baccarat came from Italy and was further developed in France during the late 1400’s. There are currently three variations of this game: North American/Nevada Baccarat or punto banco, Baccarat Banque and Baccarat chemin de fer, known also as French Baccarat. Other variations of the game also developed through the years but these three remained to be the most popular. In the past, baccarat was only limited to those who belong to the upper classes since this is a high rollers game. These days anyone can play the game in most casinos as well as online casinos. But the stakes remain high. The most popular type is the American or Nevada baccarat. In France, Baccarat chemin de fer is considered as the national baccarat treasure of France. The French baccarat and Baccarat Banque require strategy, skill and luck to win. However, for the American Baccarat, it is purely a game of chance.




The game of baccarat

It's a card game using a comparison between the banker and the player. Players win if they have a higher score than the banker wherein the best potential score is 9. There are three possible results of each baccarat coup. The player wins, the banker wins or a ‘tie’ is called. A baccarat game can be played between one to three card dealers and one to 14 players. Bets are placed on any hand held by the banker or any of the players.

Baccarat is normally played using 8 card decks. Each card has a number value. The ace is worth one point while cards two-nine are worth their pip value. Face cards (Jack, Queen, King) are worth zero. The score is determined by adding all the cards but the score of the hand is only equivalent to a single digit. For instance, if a player has a 9 and a 3, the sum is 12. The score of the hand is 2.

To start the game of baccarat, both the player and the banker are dealt two cards each. If they both have a total score of 8 or 9, the hand with a total of 9 automatically wins. This is called a ‘natural.’ But if neither player has a natural, then the play continues. Players who have an initial total of 0 to 5 can draw a third card but if they have a total of 6 or 7, they stand. The same rule goes to the banker if the player stood put. However, if the player draws a 3rd card, the banker has several options depending on what card the player draws. For instance, if the player was to draw a 4 or 5, the banker can also draw if has a total of 0 to 5 but he stands if he totals 6-7.

As mentioned above, baccarat is a high roller game. So in most casinos and even online casinos, a special area is designated for baccarat because of the high stakes. Many players are willing to bet thousands on each hand.