By John Grochowski on Tuesday September 13, 2016

The use of random number generators make slot machines games of pure chance with odds that are the same on every spin. If odds are set so there is a 1 in 50 chance of going to the bonus round, then they are 1 in 50 on the next spin even if you’ve gone 100 plays in a row without a bonus. They are still 1 in 50 if you’ve just gone to the bonus on the last spin, or on the last two or three spins. Nonetheless, I’ve seen a number of games recently with side bets that are…

The use of random number generators make slot machines games of pure chance with odds that are the same on every spin. If odds are set so there is a 1 in 50 chance of going to the bonus round, then they are 1 in 50 on the next spin…

By John Grochowski on Tuesday September 6, 2016

There’s more to choosing a game to play than the house edge alone. For one thing, there’s the fun factor. No matter how well you play any game, there are going to be frequent losing sessions. You might as well choose a game you enjoy playing even in the tough times. Even if what you want comes down to pure dollars and cents, speed is a factor right alongside the house edge. Take mini-baccarat. The house edges are among the lowest in the casinos at 1.06 percent if you bet on banker and 1.24 percent if you bet on player.…

There’s more to choosing a game to play than the house edge alone. For one thing, there’s the fun factor. No matter how well you play any game, there are going to be frequent losing sessions. You might as well choose a game you enjoy playing even in the tough…