Slots through the ages
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Online slots are the most popular form of casino gaming. Online slots make up for the majority of virtual gaming traffic.
As technology has advanced, slots have become more varied and accessible. Join us as we spin back the reels of time to discover the evolution of slots through the ages.
The first slot machine was created in 1891. It was called the poker machine and cost a nickel to play. The aim was to line up poker hands on the reels by pulling a lever and setting the internal springs in motion.
The first slot machine to offer automated payouts was created in 1887-1895 by Charles Augustus Fey. Five symbols were spread across three reels and the Liberty Bell symbol offered the highest payout.
Fey didn't patent his idea for slot machines. The Fruit Machine was created in 1902. Today, modern slot machine designs nod to the Fruit Machines era.
1964 saw the release of the first electromechanical slot - Money Honey by Bally. It was operated by pulling a lever.
The first video slot was created by Las Vegas based company Fortune Coin in 1976. It was first available to play in the Las Las. Vegas Hilton Hotel. After some cheat-proofing modifications, the game got approval from the Nevada State Gaming Commission.
The first online casino opened its virtual doors in 1996. Video Slots were among the first games to take to our screens.
