Stepping onto a gaming floor as an adult is like stepping into an arcade as a kid. With so many games to choose from, how do you know where to begin? Especially at a place like Valley View Casino & Hotel, which offers the loosest and best slot machines, not just San Diego, but all of Southern California!
If you want to make the most of your visit with us, we have some tips to help you get started. Here’s how to ensure you choose the best slot machines for your play style the next time you venture onto the casino floor.
Game Themes
Since the goal is to have fun and enjoy yourself, choose the game themes that appeal most to your gaming style. With 2,000 slot machines to choose from, we’re confident you’ll find one to thrill and delight you.
For instance, many players are drawn to slot machines with a game show theme, such as Wheel of Fortune. Meanwhile, other players may favor a roll of the electric dice over a spin of the wheel.
But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Some slot machines may be sports-themed or narrative-driven, with exciting characters and riveting storylines.
Think about which gaming theme suits your personality best. Then, take a walk around our casino floor to see what catches your eye or whether any slot machine gives you that special “lucky” feeling.
Speed of Play
Modern slot machines can be played with the touch of a button. Even so, you’ll find that many slot machines still feature a classic lever.
Whether you choose to push the spin button or pull the handle is entirely a matter of personal preference and has zero impact on your overall odds of winning. It simply comes down to which one you like better.
Do you like to play the slots at a rapid-fire pace? Then you may prefer to simply press the spin button. On the other hand, if you like to sit back, relax and take your time, you may find pulling the handle to be more enjoyable.
Bet Minimum/Maximum
It’s smart to play casino games with your budget in mind. The good news is that Valley View Casino has slot machines to fit any size budget, from penny slots to high stakes.
Think you have to be a high roller to win? Think again. At Valley View Casino & Hotel, you can win the jackpot on slot machines of every denomination. You could sit down and take a spin at a penny slot machine and still win big!
In some cases, though, you may need to play the maximum bet to unlock additional gaming features, such as the chance to win a progressive jackpot or bonus gameplay (stay tuned, we’ll explain).
Paylines and Winning Combinations
In addition to selecting how much money to bet with each spin, you’ll also need to decide how many paylines you wish to play. These are the lines (which can be horizontal, vertical, diagonal or follow other patterns) that trigger a payout when a winning combination lands within them.
You’ll need to activate all paylines to activate all the potential opportunities to win with each spin. If a particular payline isn’t activated, and a winning combination lands within that pattern, you won’t be able to collect on that win.
If you prefer simplicity, you may want to select a game with just a few paylines. But if your gaming strategy is to “go big or go home,” you can look for a slot machine that offers numerous payline options.
Bonus Features
Certain games feature bonus rounds, meaning you have an extra opportunity to win big. As mentioned, in order to have the chance for bonus gameplay, you may need to place the maximum bet.
These bonus rounds are essentially a spinoff of the main game, and they’re typically activated by a certain combination of winning symbols. Unlocking bonus features can infuse extra excitement into slot play.
The bonus depends on the type of game you play. For instance, you may get to spin a wheel for extra credits, pick a prize to reveal your bonus or play extra rounds with multipliers that may double your winnings or even increase them tenfold.
If you’re “in it to win it,” bonus features can be a great way to up the ante of the game.
Payout Structures
Slot machines have either a fixed or progressive jackpot. Fixed jackpots remain the same regardless of how many people play. When the game pays out, you know exactly how much you’ll win.
Progressive jackpots, meanwhile, gradually inch upward with each spin. These jackpots climb higher and higher each time a person plays, until someone wins the big prize. At that point, the jackpot resets to the original starting amount.
A single machine can have a progressive jackpot of its own, or the machine can be tied to other slot machines located in the same casino or even in multiple casinos. When the progressive jackpot is linked to other slot machines, it tends to grow much faster.
When someone hits the jackpot on a progressive slot machine, it usually results in a generous payout. In fact, Valley View Casino has had its own share of progressive jackpot winners who have taken home huge cash prizes. Who knows? The next one could be you!
If you want to learn more about finding the best slot machines for your play style, chat with one of our friendly Players Club team members or casino hosts on your next visit. We look forward to welcoming you soon and can’t wait to see you take a spin on our casino floor!
