I've noticed a lot of confusion surrounding one of the most exciting aspects of any game: the maximum possible win. Everyone loves dreaming about that big payout, but there's a catch—measuring how much you can win can vary depending on the slot. If you're new to this, you've probably encountered two different ways that providers calculate the "max win" for their slots: X coins and X times your stack. Let's break these down, so you’re not left scratching your head when it comes to figuring out just how much you can really take home.
The "X times your stack" method is the easiest to understand, and honestly, it’s the most player-friendly approach. Essentially, the max win is expressed as a multiple of your bet size. So, if you see something like "20,000x," all you have to do is multiply that number by your bet to figure out how much you could potentially win.
For example, if your bet is €0.10 per spin, and the game has a max win of 20,000x, you can win €0.10 x 20,000 = €2,000. Easy, right? It works the same no matter the size of your stake. If you’re feeling bold and betting €10 per spin, your max win would be €10 x 20,000 = €200,000. There’s no need for extra math or complicated steps, and this makes it really easy for players to get a quick idea of what they’re potentially in for.
Now, the "X coins" method, on the other hand, can be a real pain in the neck. Many older games use this approach, and it’s a bit more complicated to figure out. Here’s why: the max win is expressed in coins, which doesn’t directly tell you how much money you could win unless you go through a few extra steps.
Let’s break it down:
Let’s say you’re playing a slot with a maximum win of 50,000 coins, but you can only bet a maximum of 100 coins per spin. To figure out how many times you can win your bet, divide the max win in coins by the number of coins you bet per spin: 50,000 ÷ 100 = 500x.
So, if you’re betting €0.20 per spin, you could potentially win €0.20 x 500 = €100. On the other hand, if you’re playing big and betting €20 per spin, you could win €20 x 500 = €10,000. While the math is simple once you get the hang of it, it’s an extra step that can make things more confusing for players who aren’t used to this system.
In my opinion, the X times your stack approach is clearly superior. It’s straightforward, and you don’t need to worry about coin values or any extra math to figure out your potential payout. Just multiply your stake by the max win multiplier, and you’re good to go.
That said, X coins still pops up in games from major providers like NetEnt and Microgaming. However, many of these companies are moving toward the X times system in newer releases, which makes things a lot easier for players. For instance, in their newer slots like Hotline 2 (NetEnt) or Diamond King Jackpots (Microgaming), they’ve switched to the more intuitive "X times" approach. I personally think this shift is a win for everyone—especially for those who don’t want to get bogged down with coin conversions.
When I’m reviewing slots, I always stick to the X times method for calculating max win. It’s just easier for everyone to understand. No confusing coin values, no extra steps—just a clear, understandable multiplier that tells you exactly what you could win based on your bet size.
To wrap it up, while both methods get the job done, the X times your stack approach is hands down the most convenient. It's clear, simple, and doesn’t require any convoluted calculations. If you're diving into a slot that uses the X coins method, just know you'll have to go the extra mile to figure out what that actually means in terms of real money, but the effort is totally worth it once you get the hang of it.
So, the next time you're playing, look for the X times figure—it's your golden ticket to understanding your potential win without all the fuss. Happy spinning!
