Tips for reading paytables on slot machines

What casino player hasn’t launched a game without fully understanding the symbols? That’s a mistake! If you want to maximize your winnings at an online casino, it’s essential to understand how the machine works before spinning the reels.

That’s where the paytable – your best ally – comes in. It provides all the key information to help you win at a licensed Belgian online casino.

It shows which symbols to watch for and the bonus features that can be triggered during the game, unless you’d rather skip the wait and get straight to the thrill by buying spins.

Here’s everything you need to know to read the paytables on Golden Vegas Casino’s dice slots. And boost your chances of winning big – always while playing responsibly, of course.

How a slot machine works?

The paytable is a screen or panel within the game that shows all winning combinations, special symbols (wild, scatter, bonus), and payout multipliers.

It’s essentially the instruction manual of the machine – something you won’t find in table games like roulette, baccarat or blackjack on Belgian online casinos.

It always starts with an overview of the game’s symbols, ranked from lowest to highest paying. Each one includes a chart showing the reward based on how many appear, usually from 3 to 5.

Classic symbols such as fruits or numbers often pay less. On the other hand, theme-based symbols tied to the slot’s universe – like candy in Sweet Bonanza by Pragmatic Play – offer the best rewards.

Next, you’ll notice the Wild symbol, which works like a joker. It can substitute for any other symbol (except often the Scatter or Bonus) to complete a winning combo. Some Wilds are also multipliers, meaning they boost the payout on the line they appear on – sometimes doubling or tripling it.

Another key element is the Scatter. Unlike regular symbols, it doesn’t need to land on a payline to earn a reward. It just has to appear a certain number of times anywhere on the screen. Usually, 3 or more Scatters unlock free spins or a special bonus game.

Uncover the paylines and RTP of dice slots

The paytable also shows the number of available paylines. Some providers offer fixed lines, like Gaming1 with its Fakir Dice Slot and its 243 ways to win.

By reading the paytable of a slot, you can also identify the RTP (Return to Player). It’s the theoretical percentage showing how much a slot pays back to players over the long run. If it's set at 96%, it means that on €100 wagered, €96 is returned in winnings, and €4 goes to the casino.

That’s why knowing how to read this info helps you choose the slots with the best chances to hit the jackpot. For example, the RTP of Gates Of Olympus – by Pragmatic Play – is 96.5%! A great opportunity to win and cash out instantly with our instant withdrawal mode.

Reading paytables on your mobile

It’s also key to spot the special features listed in the paytable: progressive multipliers, expanding symbols, re-spins, jackpots… These bonuses are often the key to big wins, but they follow specific rules, all clearly explained in the paytable.

You can easily read it on your phone or tablet, thanks to our mobile version. You’ll enjoy the same gameplay experience on your smartphone as on your computer.

Now that you know how to read the paylines on a slot machine, don’t wait. Try our demo mode risk-free or make a deposit via Bancontact, QR code or one of our other payment options to go for the jackpot.