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How Do Algorithms Work in Slot Machines? By Sean Chaffin Today’s slots are complex machines and have come a long way from the days of “one-armed bandits” with mechanical reels determining the results of a spin. Whether you hit a big win, bonus game, or no winning combinations at all is a result of […]
How rare hands, pay tables and perfect strategy really shape video poker By Jerry “Stickman” Stich Video poker players are naturally curious about their games, and their questions go well beyond which cards to hold. Readers often want to know how the games and odds work—and why. Why don’t royal flushes pay more when […]
Slot jackpots can bring out the worst in people By Frank Scoblete When it comes to slot play you will occasionally hear a winner scream out loud his or her joy at seeing the money roll in. More often than not you won’t hear anything as many slot players can actually be the silent […]
Strictly Slots Magazine August 2026 TRADITION ON THE FLOOR Mechanical reel-spinning games are here to stay By Frank Legato UNDER THE HOOD How do algorithms work in slot machines? By Sean Chaffin THE ROYAL TRUTH How rare hands, pay tables and perfect strategy really shape video poker By Jerry “Stickman” Stich SLOT WARS Slot jackpots […]
For generations, gamers have recognized Bub and Bob, the colorful dragon duo at the heart of the Bust-A-Move franchise. Known internationally as Puzzle Bobble, the series has entertained players around the world with its simple-to-learn gameplay, vibrant visuals and satisfying puzzle-solving action. Today, that classic experience continues with Bust-A-Move Battle, a modern mobile game […]
Aristocrat Gaming applies its world-class game design skills to one of the most well-known games in U.S. history By Frank Legato For years, the legendary board game Monopoly has succeeded as a slot theme. It’s successful because of the game’s familiarity to generations of Americans. The game is part of U.S. popular culture and […]
The high-limit game just got a whole lot bigger. Aristocrat Gaming has raised the stakes with the installation of the industry’s first-ever $5 million links at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, introducing a new era of premium slot play for high rollers and thrill seekers alike. The milestone debut features two Dragon Link machines […]
Marc Anthony is turning up the volume in Las Vegas once again. After returning to the BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas in July for five acclaimed performances of his VEGAS… MY WAY! residency, the global music icon has announced another round of shows this fall. Anthony will take the stage Sept. 11, 12, […]
Look who’s heating up the slots floor in Atlantic City! Casino content creators Vegas Matt and Lady Luck HQ recently joined forces for their first-ever appearance together at Ocean Casino Resort, bringing plenty of personality—and probably a few cameras—to the Boardwalk. For fans of casino content, it was quite the pairing. Vegas Matt has […]
A new era has arrived at Turning Stone Resort Casino as the Oneida Indian Nation celebrated the grand opening of the first phase of its ambitious $400 million Turning Stone Evolution project in June. The expansion introduces The Crescent, a stylish 258-room hotel that instantly elevates the resort’s luxury offerings, along with Salt, a showstopping new steakhouse and seafood restaurant. Also new […]