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What Do We Like in Slot Games? (2 of 2)

Great features are another deal breaker. While some online slot machines adhere to the “feeling” of classic slots and don’t clutter themselves up with too many bells and whistles, we can appreciate a thoroughly modern one-armed bandits as much as anyone else. Wild symbols, multipliers, scatters, and free spins are practically standard nowadays. We’re really into online slot games that borrow from British fruit machine titles. Hi/lo gamble opportunities, nudges, and holds are something that you don’t see too frequently. On that same token, online slots that integrate creative and inspired bonus games tend to be unforgettable. The more we look, the less difference we see between slots and the best video games nowadays. Second-screen bonuses are giving us the opportunity to fight bad guys, shoot out windows, and smash up cars. And we love it!

Original ideas, in general, are always nice. How many online slots are there out there with the theme of sea life, for example? We’ve seen what feels like a million and one pokies based off of: vintage comedy TV shows, witches, types of alcohol, and, of course, fruit. When we find a device with something a little different to offer, we get excited.

Of course, the basics still apply. If the coolest, sharpest, and most original slot game with the highest payoff and neatest bonuses was only available for download in an internet casino that had lousy customer support, we couldn’t really recommend it in good faith. Everyone has their own personal list of things that either “make” or “break” an online slot experience… now, you know ours!

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