Working paper · 2026
The Relationship Between Slot Machine Pay Tables and Play Time: It’s Complicated
Plain-language summary
Monte Carlo simulations show that slot machines with the same house advantage and per-spin volatility can produce very different amounts of play time. The study examines how pay-table structure affects the time players receive from a bankroll.
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Lucas, A. F., & Simeon-Rose, K. (2026). The Relationship Between Slot Machine Pay Tables and Play Time: It’s Complicated.