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Many players wonder whether casinos can tighten slot machines to reduce payouts. The answer is complex and varies by jurisdiction. In regulated markets, casinos cannot arbitrarily adjust individual slot machines to make them tighter or looser. Gaming commissions require that slot machines maintain their advertised theoretical return percentages.
Modern slot machines use Random Number Generator (RNG) technology that ensures each spin is completely random and independent. Casinos must submit their slot machine software and algorithms for testing and certification by independent testing laboratories. Any changes to the programming require re-certification, making it difficult for casinos to secretly tighten machines.
However, casinos do have some control over their overall slot floor performance. They can choose which games to install and where to place them. Some games naturally have higher house edges than others. By selecting games with different volatility and return percentages, casinos can influence their overall revenue without violating regulations.
The perception that casinos tighten machines often comes from natural variance in gameplay. Slot machines operate on probability, and players can experience both winning and losing streaks that feel manipulated but are actually normal statistical occurrences. |
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