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3-reel pokies - This refers to a pokie that is played with 3 reels. 3-reel pokies are often classified as classic pokie machines.
5-reel pokies - Refers to pokies that are played with 5 reels.
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Accessibility - The ability to play casino games from any device, anywhere, at any time.
Ace - The highest or lowest card in a deck.
Active Paylines - Paylines that are enabled during gameplay. Only active paylines can result in winning combinations.
Action - Total amount of money wagered during a game or session, often used to determine bonus eligibility.
Alias - Your username or display name when playing online.
All-In - Betting all of your remaining funds on a single hand or round.
Android Casino - An online casino optimised for Android devices.
Ante - A forced bet required to participate in a game round, especially in poker.
Auto-Play - A pokie feature that allows the game to spin automatically for a set number of rounds.
Avalanche Feature - A game mechanic where winning symbols disappear and new ones drop into place, potentially creating new wins.
B
Back Counting - A blackjack card counting method where the player counts cards from a distance before joining the game.
Bankroll - The total amount of money a player sets aside for gambling.
Bet Behind - A live casino feature that allows you to bet on another player's hand.
Bet Max - A button that automatically places the highest possible bet.
Blackjack - A classic card game where players aim to get as close to 21 as possible without going over.
Bonus - A reward given by casinos, such as free spins or extra money. Usually comes with wagering requirements.
Bonus Abuse - Exploiting bonuses through prohibited strategies or multiple accounts, often against terms and conditions.
Bonus Game - A special round in pokies offering enhanced win potential.
Bonus Spins/Free Spins - Spins awarded by the casino or within the game, often as part of a bonus.
Bonus Symbol - A special symbol that can trigger bonus rounds or features.
Bonus Without Wagering - Bonuses where winnings can be withdrawn without meeting wagering requirements.
Bust - In blackjack, going over 21 automatically loses the round.
Buy Feature - A slot mechanic that allows players to purchase direct access to a bonus round without waiting for it to trigger naturally.
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Cashback - A bonus returning a percentage of your losses.
Cash Drop - A promotional bonus where random prizes are dropped into players' accounts during gameplay.
Cash Out - Withdrawing winnings or choosing to end a bet early.
Casino - A venue, online or land-based, where you play games of chance.
Cluster Pays - Pokie wins based on groups of matching symbols rather than paylines.
Customer Support - Services provided to help players, usually via chat, email, or phone.
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Daily Drops and Wins - Timed promotional events with daily prize drops and tournaments, often tied to specific game providers.
Deposit Bonus - A bonus awarded after making a real money deposit.
Deposit Methods - Ways to fund your casino account, e.g. Paysafecard, debit card.
Dealer - The person handling cards or spinning the wheel. Also known as a croupier.
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eCOGRA - An independent testing agency ensuring fairness in online casinos.
Encryption - The technology used to protect your personal and banking information.
Even Money - A bet that pays out at 1:1 odds.
Expanding Wild - A wild symbol that expands to fill the reel.
Expiry Period - The time limit before a bonus, spin, or reward becomes invalid.
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Fairness - Ensured through random number generators and licensing regulations.
Feature Buy-In - See Buy Feature.
Free Spins - See Bonus Spins.
Free Spins No Wagering - Free spins with winnings paid in cash.
Free Spins No Deposit - Spins awarded without needing to deposit.
Fixed Paylines - Paylines that are always active in a pokie.
G
Gamble Feature - A pokie option to gamble a win for double or nothing.
Game Shows - Live casino games styled like TV game shows.
Game Weighting - The percentage contribution a specific game makes toward completing wagering requirements.
Gamification - Casino elements such as missions, achievements, or levels that enhance player engagement.
Grid Pokie - Pokie games with non-standard reel layouts, often using Cluster Pays.
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HD Live Casino - Live dealer games streamed in high-definition.
High Roller - A player who bets large amounts.
Hot Pokie - A pokie perceived to be paying out frequently.
House Edge - The statistical advantage the casino has over players.
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Instant Play - Casino games that can be played directly in your browser.
Insider Bet/Inside Bet - A roulette bet on numbers inside the table layout.
Insurable Hand - A blackjack hand where you can take insurance against the dealer having blackjack.
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Jackpot - A large prize payout, often progressive.
Jackpot Drop - A surprise jackpot paid out randomly, regardless of bet size or outcome.
Jacks or Better - A video poker game requiring a pair of jacks or higher to win.
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KYC (Know Your Customer) - Verification process to confirm your identity before withdrawal.
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Licensing - Requirement for online casinos to be authorized by the appropriate regulatory body in their operating jurisdiction.
Live Casino - Real-time table games with live dealers streamed to your device.
Lobby - The main screen of an online casino where you select games.
Loss Limit - A tool that allows players to set a maximum allowable loss over a certain time period.
Loyalty Program - A casino reward scheme for frequent players.
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Max Bet - The maximum allowed bet on a game.
Mobile Casino - Online casinos optimised for mobile use.
Multipliers - Features that multiply your win amount.
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New Casino - Recently launched online casino.
No Deposit Bonus - A bonus awarded without needing to make a deposit.
Nudge - A feature that shifts reels to help form a win.
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Odds - The statistical likelihood of a win.
Opt-In Bonus - A promotion that requires players to manually opt-in before qualifying.
Outside Bet - A roulette bet on broader categories like red/black or odd/even.
Overcard - A card higher than any on the board in poker.
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Paytable - A chart showing win amounts per symbol.
Progressive Jackpot - A jackpot that increases with each bet until won.
Push - A tie between the player and dealer.
Payout - Money paid to players from winning bets.
Q
Quickspin - A feature that speeds up the animation between spins on pokies.
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RTP (Return to Player) - The average percentage of wagered money a game pays back to players over time.
Reload Bonus - A bonus given on subsequent deposits after the first, often smaller than the welcome bonus.
Re-Spins - Bonus spins awarded as part of a game feature.
Random Number Generator (RNG) - Ensures fairness by determining game outcomes randomly.
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Scatter - A symbol that can trigger bonuses or free spins.
Sitcky Bonus: Non-withdrawable bonus credit you can play with and on cashout the bonus is deducted and only your winnings are paid.
Sticky Wild - A wild symbol that stays in place for multiple spins.
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Table Games - Games like blackjack, roulette, baccarat, and poker.
Tier Points - Points earned as part of a loyalty or VIP program that determine your reward level.
Tournaments - Competitive events where players aim to win the most within a timeframe.
Tumbling Reels - See Avalanche Feature.
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User Interface (UI) - The design and layout of the casino site or app.
User Verification: ID/age checks required before withdrawals on provincially regulated sites; expect government-issued ID and sometimes address proof.
V
Variance - Synonymous with volatility, used to describe the risk and payout frequency of pokies.
VIP Program - A loyalty scheme offering special perks to top players.
Volatility - A measure of how often and how much a pokie pays out.
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Wagering Requirements - Conditions on bonuses requiring you to bet a certain amount before withdrawal.
Walking Wild - A wild that moves across the reels.
Wild Symbol - A symbol that substitutes for others to form wins.
Win Both Ways - A pokie feature where wins pay left to right and right to left.
Win Cap - The maximum amount you can win from a bonus or free spins, even if your actual win is higher.
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X: Often used with wagering requirements to show multiplier, e.g., 30x (bonus) or 30x (deposit+bonus).
xBet: An optional toggle in pokies that increases your stake to raise the chance of triggering the bonus.
XXXtreme Lightning Roulette: A live-roulette variant with extra random multipliers layered on top of standard payouts. Higher volatility than classic European roulette.
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Youth Protection: Age verification systems to prevent underage gambling.
YTD (Year-to-Date) : Regulated sites often show YTD/account summaries and session timers in responsible gambling dashboards.
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Zero Wagering: A bonus where winnings from free spins or bonuses have no rollover. Usually smaller but cash-friendly.
Zig-Zag System: Old pokies "strategy" or myth that hunts for zig-zag symbol patterns on visible reels to find "hot" machines. Doesn't work on modern RNG/video pokies.
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