Casino Slots Etiquette

Although slots is pretty much a one player game with no physical opponents, believe it or not there are still some etiquette rules to be followed in casinos.

Don’t assume at first glance when in a casino that because no one is currently playing on the machine that it’s open.

Some players do spend a long time on slots just waiting for their big break. But we are all human. Toilet, cigarette and refreshment breaks are inevitable. The most common signal that a machine is in use is by hanging your coin or token cup on the slot’s handle. If playing on a touch screen machine, a garment such as jacket or scarf, etc. is usually left on the seat.

For smokers, casinos may now have implanted a ban inside so the above rules are followed. But for any other establishment allowing it, being courteous to players next to you is also an unspoken rule. Make sure to place your ashtray in a way it won’t constantly blow smoke in your slots neighbor’s face. If anything it will mean you won’t be interrupted by an angry player next to you.

If you see that a video slot has been empty most of the night and are certain the player has gone you may decide to use it. However, you could find they have left their returns voucher or coin cup behind. Don’t just take it, as the player may return for it and you will be caught out. Plus, it is wrong. Either place it on top of the slot machine, as this is the first place they may return to look for it, or mention it to an attendant who is supervising in the casino.

This is a summary of the basic etiquette rules of video slots in casinos.