Okay, so folks have been hitting me up, asking about Winstar for 2024, specifically what slot machines are the ones to play. Let me tell you, it’s always a bit of a maze there, a real jungle if you ask me. But I took a trip, did my usual thing – you know, my own personal scouting mission.
First thing I always do, and I did it this time too, is just walk. And I mean walk the entire place. Winstar is massive, so comfy shoes are a must, that’s probably the best tip I can give before you even think about a slot machine! I spent a good while just watching, seeing which machines had people on them, which ones seemed to be paying out, even little bits. You sort of get a feel for different areas that way.
I generally stay away from those super flashy, brand-new machines they stick right near the main entrances, at least initially. They always feel like they’re just there to grab your attention and your cash quick. Classic stuff to pull in the crowds. I tend to look for machines that are maybe a bit older, or tucked away in less obvious spots. Sometimes, those are the ones that give you a bit more play for your money.
So, after I got the lay of the land, I started to actually play a little. I always, and I mean always, set a budget before I even sit down. Super important, that. You don’t want to be that person chasing losses; that’s just a bad scene. I tried a few of those penny slots, the ones with what feels like a million pay lines. And boy, those can chew through your money faster than you’d think, even if they call ’em “penny” slots.
Then I kind of shifted my approach. I started actively looking for machines that had decent bonus rounds. That’s where a lot of the excitement is, and frankly, often where you might see a better return if you get lucky enough to hit one. I found this one section, can’t remember the fancy game names they slap on them, but they all had this wheel spin bonus feature. Those seemed to be a bit friendlier to me, at least on that particular weekend. I managed to get a few nice little wins there, enough to keep me going and feeling good about it.
Another thing I noticed, and this is just my personal observation from this trip, was that some of the older, simpler games were actually performing pretty well. You know, the classic three-reel types, maybe with a slight modern update. Not too many confusing features, just straight-up slot play. I saw a few people doing okay on those, looking pretty happy.
So, if I were to make a little list of the types of slots that felt alright to me at Winstar in early 2024, based on my own experience, it’d be something like this:
- Machines with bonus rounds that seemed to pop up fairly often, not those ones that feel like you’ll never hit them.
- Some of the video slots that weren’t brand spanking new. The ones that have been around a bit, with solid gameplay rather than just crazy graphics.
- Definitely those games with a wheel spin bonus. They felt more engaging, and it seemed like the bonus came around a bit more.
Now, here’s the real deal, and this is crucial: what I found to be “good” or “lucky” for me might be totally different for you. It’s all chance, every single spin. There’s no secret list of “best” slots that guarantee a win. Anyone telling you otherwise is just blowing smoke. My “best” is just what I had a bit of luck with, and what I actually had fun playing.
I also made it a point to try different bet levels. Don’t just get stuck on the minimum bet on penny slots. Sometimes, the quarter or dollar machines, if you can comfortably play a few spins on them, might offer a different experience. But again, the key is knowing your limit and sticking to it, no matter what.
One area that felt a bit tight, at least for my wallet, was right along the main walkways. Lots of people, lots of flashing lights, but I didn’t see a whole lot of winning happening around me there. I found myself drifting more towards the back of some of the gaming plazas. It was usually quieter, and maybe, just maybe, the machines were a tad looser. Could all be in my head, but that was my feeling.
So yeah, that was my Winstar slot adventure for this year. No treasure map to untold riches, sorry to say. It was mostly a lot of walking, some careful playing, trying to find the enjoyment in it without going overboard. The “best slots” are really the ones that give you some decent playtime, a few exciting moments, and hopefully, don’t drain your pockets too quickly. That’s my honest take on it for 2024.
