Slot Machine Variations

One of the biggest aesthetic draws of slot machines is their thematic variation. In other words, there is an indefinite number of themes, picture combinations, and gimmicks that define casino slot machines, to the point that there is a machine that can suit almost any person's fancy. Themes can be applied to jackpot slots or to traditional reel slots, as described below.

The Nature of the Variations

Most of the differences amongst different slot machines, aside from their status as reel or jackpot slots, concern their appearance, and the signs they use to indicate winnings. For example, the most basic slot machine will be painted bright solid colors, and its reels will depict simple graphics like fruits, which line up to determine winnings. Other slot machines, however, alter the pictures on the reels and the design of the machine to accommodate a specific theme.

A Popular Example

One example of a slot machine that diverges from the traditional model is the Admiralis Inn game. This machine boasts a mariner theme: its background display features a boat on the water, and the exterior of the machine itself is crafter to look like a seaside tavern. Reel graphics include compasses, ship steering wheels, and anchors, the latter of which offers the biggest payout.

The Admiralis Inn is just one example of the many different iterations and designs to the slot machine. Other machines are designed with an outer space theme, featuring space ships and aliens, while still others are modeled after a California Gold Rush theme, with picks and pieces of gold depicted on the reels. In sum, the possibilities are endless.