Billion Dollar Gran slot game

December 4, 2011 By

 

 

 

 

For those of us old enough to remember a time when the 3-reel slot machine was king, it’s always fun to see a game that perfectly represents that time of our lives. Billion Dollar Gran is a classic pub slot with a little bit of a twist that brings it nicely into the modern world.

Billion Dollar Gran has everything that you would expect in a pub slot; 3 reel with a single payline, as well as the hold and nudge features that are considered standard. When you hit a winning combination on the payline though, you are not awarded cash, instead you win free spins and are whisked off to another page where you sit back and watch as the cash then mounts up on the freebie spins.

When you are done, you are greeted by a congratulatory message from Gran, who sounds eerily similar to Mrs. Doubtfire. The game is very colourful. And the graphics on the reels will be especially appealing to players from the UK who will instantly recognize the knitting, the cup of tea and the Battenberg cake, to name but a few.

Also on the reels are lawn bowls, and when those hit the pay-line you are treated to a cool little video bonus game where you pick the coloured ball that you think will land closest to the jack (white ball). You then get to watch as Gran rolls the bowls to try and win you a massive 2000X multiplier.
It’s a very cool little feature, as is the shifta mode, which occasionally kicks in and moves the reels around until you get a winning combination.

Billion Dollar Gran is fun and easy to play and is a fine addition to the other pub slots that are part of the Platinum Play stable of games.

 

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Sure Win

November 8, 2011 By

 

 

 

 

 

Platinum Play and Microgaming have teamed up over the years to provide us with some fantastic themes slots, covering just about any subject you can imagine. Sports lovers have been catered to with themed games that embrace the sounds and graphics of their favourite pro game, but up until now, there is one sport that hasn’t been represented, yet is probably the ideal candidate for a themed slot.

That sport is horse racing, and now it has finally found its way into the Platinum Play stable of games with the new 5 reel, bonus slot game called Sure Win. The game serves up graphics that will really appeal to the horse racing fan, combined with bonuses and game-play that will have every slots fan jockeying for a spot at the payout window.

The images on the reel are of three racehorses (Lightning, Blazing Pony and Little Big Bear), along with their 3 colourful jockeys who are all along for the jackpot ride. There is also binocular, a bookie, a trophy and a host of other horse racing related props, all rendered in a brilliant cartoon colours.

When 3 bookies show up on the reels, they will whisper a tip to you that will result in free spins, and seeing the Sure Win logo on a winning pay-line will triple your payout. There is a also a bonus gamble feature that gives you the chance to quadruple your winning every time, so if you are a fan of the great sport of horse racing, then get on over to Platinum Play, pick your wager and let it ride.

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How to choose the best casino

November 6, 2011 By

 

 

 

 

 

 

The online casino world differs from the land-based version in many ways, but perhaps the biggest difference comes in the choice that we have with the online variety. Even if you live in a large metropolitan city, chances are there will only be a couple of different live casinos to choose from, whereas online, the possibilities are endless.

I could ramble on about one place versus another, but perhaps the easiest way to break down what to look for in a good online casino, is to tell you the things that made me choose Platinum Play over all the others.
The first thing I did was to search a whole bunch of independent “Top 10” lists online, to see which casinos showed up regularly. What I found was that there lists were seldom the same in the top 3, which most likely meant that those first choices were either sponsored, or were affiliate programs that the list writer was a member of. That meant checking on down the lists and by doing that, I found that Platinum Play showed up on the majority of them.

I knew that I wanted a casino that ran the Microgaming software, which is arguably the best in the world, as well as one that bore the eCogra seal of approval. Any site that had both of those would virtually assure that my online experience would be both secure and fun, and again, Platinum Play had both.

The final thing that I wanted was a casino that had a number of banking options, specifically of the web wallet variety, so that I wouldn’t have to continually give out all my personal info; check again. Most people will have different reasons for opting for one casino over another, but I believe it’s essential that you find a site that is verified to be safe and secure and has a great selection of games and runs the best casino software in the world, and for me that equals Platinum Play.

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Dragon Lady

October 23, 2011 By

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Themed slots games have always been a huge hit with casino players, and with one of the latest Platinum Play offerings, the theme takes a trip back in time to the beauty of Ancient China. The Dragon Lady 5 reel slot makes use of colourful, Oriental themed graphics, including some nice little animations, and soft background music to create a relaxing experience wrapped around a really exciting slots game.

The Dragon Lady will beckon you in with a wave of her fan and a bat of her eyelids, and once you get there you’ll find that there are betting options to suit every level of player. The coin range runs from 0.01 to 0.50, and with 40 different pay-lines, that can mean a maximum bet of 200 coins.

The payouts are fantastic, and when the Dragon Lady appears across all five enabled lines the big 5000 coin jackpot is triggered, but that’s not the only major payout available in the game. Keep an eye open for the Jewellery boxes as they trigger the bonus round where 10, 15 or even 20 free spins are randomly awarded, with all prizes hit during those spins being doubled.

In Ancient China, dragons were considered symbols of good luck, and that belief carries over into the game play, with 3 scatter symbols setting of the Dragon Bonus where the player gets to take part in an incredibly fun Chinese fortune game with the chance to win 100 times their total bet.

Platinum Play always goes out of their way to bring the freshest, most exciting slot experience to their players, and with Dragon Lady they have another certified hit on their hands. So, instead of hitting the local restaurant and looking for luck inside a cookie, create your own fortune by playing Dragon lady today.

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Game tips

October 7, 2011 By

 

 

 

 

 

 

There are so many games to choose from at the Platinum Play casino, that there are times when I am at a loss which one to play first. I’m sure I can’t be alone in that thinking and I wonder how many of those good people avoid certain games because they don’t quite know how to play them, or fully understand how a particular game works.

I realize that I am fortunate because I have been around casinos long enough to have a decent working knowledge of each and every game available; no small task given the fantastic job that Platinum Play have done in compiling that amazing selection in their casino.

There are different tips for all the games that will help, but most of those will centre around money management, with the general rule of thumb being that you shouldn’t bet any more than 5% of your bankroll on any given hand or spin of the reels. Doing so gives you the best chance to make your money last longer and be a winner over the long haul.

If there’s a game you’ve been wanting to try, but were afraid to give it a shot because of a lack of knowledge (for me it was roulette), then use the free play option that Platinum Play has on offer, as this is the best way to learn the ins and outs of any game without spending a penny of your own money.
Another good tip comes when playing slots for the first time. The newer video slot games are multi-line, feature laden games that might seem overwhelming at first glance. The truth is that they are all incredibly easy to play, but anyone who feels intimidated by the animated graphics and lightning-fast game action, should look at taking it down a notch and starting out with one of Platinum Play’s great 3-reel pub slots. It’s a great way to learn the ins and outs of slots before moving up to the mega-jackpot big boys.

Perhaps the best game tip that I can give is to advise you all to try out every one of the amazing games available at Platinum Play, but be warned, it might take a while.

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The different kinds of roulette

October 5, 2011 By

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Anyone who loves gambling will instantly recognize the sound of that little white ball rattling around the numbers on a roulette wheel. It may be the most suspenseful of any of the casino games, with everyone involved holding their collective breaths, just waiting for that ball to stop rattling around and hopefully land on their number or colour.

While most people wouldn’t be surprised to learn that roulette has been around since the 18th century, they probably would be surprised when they find out that there is actually more than one version of the game currently being played in casinos around the world. The subtle changes to the original version most likely took place as its popularity spread to different parts of the globe, with the changes put in to fall more in line with the gambling preferences of each region.

French roulette is the oldest version of the game, and the wheel is made up of the same configuration as European roulette, but the playing field is slightly different on the French version. Both of these versions are sometimes referred to as single zero roulette as the wheel consists of numbers 1 through 36 plus a single 0.
American roulette has the same playing field as the European version, but the wheel has a total of 38 numbers with the standard 0 and 1 through 36, but also has a 00, which sometimes earns it the name of double zero roulette.

There are a number of different special rules, all with rather pleasant sounding French names like En Prison and La Partage which are played in different parts of the world, but the biggest difference between European and American roulette may be in how players are expected to dress at the table, with the European version expecting their players to dress up somewhat, as opposed to the casual US style. No such clothing rules exist at Platinum Play, and players can even watch the wheel spin in their pyjamas if that’s what they feel like.

You can enjoy European, American and French roulette at Platinum Play Online Casino.

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Winners of the week

October 5, 2011 By

 

 

 

 

 

 

There is no greater rush for a casino player than hitting a big win at the slots or on the tables. Those who don’t really play believe that those moments only come once in a blue moon. However if those same folks would just take a minute to check out the front page of the Platinum Play website, they’d see a list of big winners that is constantly being updated.

These aren’t just paltry little amounts to keep players mildly interested; Platinum Play has winners hitting jackpots in the tens of thousands each and every week, and last week was no different. Some of the big winners of the week were:

  • Eugenio A won $29,799 playing Cash Splash 5 progressive slots
  • Another big progressive slot winner was Leona O who cashed out an impressive $14,663, also playing Cash Splash
  • Bente T won $2,672 at Fruit Fiesta slots
  • Janverin B was another big winner, hitting an $11,865 payout playing the Feature Slot- Avalon

I’ve been playing at Platinum Play for a number of years now, and I take a fair amount of pride in seeing that list of names scrolling on the main page of the website. It’s reassuring to know that the casino that I put my faith in takes real pleasure in showing that they just love to pay out to their players. Of course, I knew that without having to peek at that list as I’ve been lucky enough to have had a couple of nice little wins at the Platinum Play casino, but nothing beats seeing your name up in lights like those big winners.

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Slot game tips

September 27, 2011 By

 

 

 

 

 

Slot machines have always been the most popular games in the casino, and when online casinos came into being, that love of the reels carried over to the internet versions. There have been all kinds of books and videos made about how to win at the slots, but with each machine, video or otherwise, controlled by random number generation (RNG), whether the games payout is up to Lady Luck.

One of the greatest slot myths is that if you hit the jackpot on a certain machine, it will not pay out again for a long time. The truth is, thanks to RNG the odds of you hitting the jackpot on any given spin are exactly the same no matter how much has been paid out during your playing time. With that said, there are still some tips you can follow that will enhance your chances of playing for longer, and you’ll want to do that with so many great slots games to choose from at Platinum Play online casino.

Most of the best advice when it comes to playing slots will all boil down to smart money management. If you can bet smartly, you have a better chance of making your bankroll last longer, which equals more playing time, which in turn increases your chances of winning big. Never bet more than 5% of your bankroll on a single spin which may mean playing at a lower cash denomination slot, and determine a drop dead loss amount for each time you play.

Once you hit the amount you are prepared to lose in a single sitting, walk away; chasing losses will only mean losing your money faster. If you have a smaller starting bankroll, then stick to 3 reel slots where there is only a single pay-line, which will mean that your initial wagers will be small. On the other hand, if you are playing at a progressive slot with a larger bankroll, be sure to play the maximum bet on every spin as failing to do so will mean that you will not be eligible for the big jackpot if you hit it while not playing the max.

Look after your money and the rest will look after itself and, as always, be sure never to gamble more than you can afford to lose.

Choose from the greatest selection of online slots at Platinum Play.

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