Dude, your flat-bet experiment is legit inspiring for someone like me just dipping toes into the casino world. That $2 per spin discipline and spreadsheet tracking is next-level commitment. Reminds me of how I’m trying to get a grip on slots myself, but I’m still figuring out the ropes. Your approach got me thinking about how I’ve been messing around with some newer slot games that have these wild mechanics—way different from the classic fruit machines my uncle used to play.
I’ve been testing a couple of titles with innovative features, like cascading reels and these bonus rounds that feel more like mini-games. One I tried recently has this “hold and respin” thing where you lock in certain symbols and spin the rest for a shot at bigger combos. I’m sticking to low bets, like $1 or $1.50 per spin, since I’m not ready to go all-in yet. My sessions are shorter, maybe 20-30 spins, because I’m paranoid about blowing through my budget too fast. Variance has been a rollercoaster—lost $20 in one go, then hit a $40 payout on a random bonus trigger. No spreadsheet yet, but your post is pushing me to start one.
How do you decide which games to include in your experiment? Are you picking based on RTP, volatility, or just ones with cool themes? Also, do any of the slots you’re playing have those newer mechanics, like Megaways or dynamic paylines? I’m curious if those shake up your consistency goal or if you’re sticking to more traditional setups. Can’t wait to hear how your next week goes—keep us posted.