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Slot games are one of the most famous games to enjoy at casinos. On any given night, bargain on most of the machines to be filled with eager players. They appear in a variety of betting levels; a few only cost $.05 a play and others can cost upwards of $20 a spin. Although slots are a wagering tool, a lot of folks are afraid of the big money table games and like the fun and exhilaration of an excellent slot machine.

The initial mechanical slot machine was built in Eighteen Ninety Five and was called the "Liberty Bell." Created by a California auto mechanic, the 1st slot games had 3 spinning reels with a cracked Liberty Bell, diamonds, hearts, and spades affixed on each. Before this invention, the name "slot machines" was employed to describe several kinds of vending machines.

The first real widespread use of one armed bandits in US betting houses is credited to the Flamingo Hotel, Vegas in and around the 40’s. The head of the brick and mortar casino had initially thought the slot machines would be perfect to entertain bored wives of some of the largest whales of the casino. He did not know that slot machines would be a fun activity for nearly everyone and that the allure would extend beyond the the tired wives. Today, it is said, the slots make up in excess of 2/3rds of all money generated by American betting houses.

Slots certainly have a full history. From the petite invention of the late-19th century to the multi-million dollar industry of today, slots will continue to develop in popularity.