Progressive jackpots and slots

One of the most popular online games are probably progressive slots.. The popularity is probably due to the fact that high jackpots can be won for a relatively small bet amount.

Take for example the progressive slot machine Major Millions which on a regular basis has made players millionairs whilst wagering $3 per spin. Other examples of popular online progressive slots would be Cash Splash ($3 per spin) and Fruit Fiesta which can be played for as little as $0.75.

How do progressive jackpots work?

You might ask yourself how can the payout be so high when the bet limits are so low. The trick behind this is that the progressive slot machines of the various casinos are connected. Each time you spin the slot a percentage of the amount you wagered goes to the jackpot. The contributions towards the jackpot is the amount you see in the counter when you play the game. If someone hits the jackpot he or she is paid out of these contributions.

Whenever we play at a MicroGaming casino we always play Major Millions, hoping that one day we will strike it rich, but we also like to play LotsaLoot and WowPot.

One thing you will have to keep in mind is that these games, like any other casino game, have a house edge. In other words overall the house always wins. That does not mean you do not stand a chance to win, but you should compare the chance of hitting the jackpot with the lottery. There are always winners, but there can be only one at a time.

The examples above are all part of the MicroGaming Viper casino software, but other software providers also offer progressives in their casinos. For example Playtech offers slots like Fruitmania and Gold Rally, Gambling Federation has progressives like Haunted House and Pay Day etc. We have created a list of progressive jackpot games where you not only can easily find information about the progressive jackpot, but also listings of casinos where you can play these progressives and a top 5 of the best casinos that offer the slot game.