Buy-Bonus Budgeting: A 5-Buy Experiment and What It Teaches

Bonus buys—paying upfront to trigger a slot’s bonus round—offer players instant access to the high-volatility action. But with that excitement comes a serious risk: burning through bankrolls faster than expected. If not budgeted carefully, bonus buys can distort expected return and lead to mismanaged sessions. This post explores a practical framework for buy-bonus budgeting through… Continue reading Buy-Bonus Budgeting: A 5-Buy Experiment and What It Teaches

Seasonal Slot Releases: How Studios Plan Calendars and Events

Slot studios don’t launch games at random. Behind every seasonal slot—Halloween themes, summer jackpots, or winter wilds—is a tightly coordinated release calendar. These aren’t just for fun. They’re business tools designed to align with player psychology, promotional windows, and platform schedules. This post looks at how studios plan their seasonal slot releases, what operators should… Continue reading Seasonal Slot Releases: How Studios Plan Calendars and Events