Slot is a type of machine that uses the fundamental principles of probability to generate combinations of symbols on spinning reels. The machines can accept cash or paper tickets with barcodes (in “ticket-in, ticket-out” machines). Players activate the machine by pushing a lever or button (either physical or on a touchscreen), which then spins and rearranges the symbols. If the symbols line up with a winning combination on a payline, the player receives credits according to the payout table. Symbols vary depending on the theme of the machine, but classic symbols include fruits, bells, and stylized lucky sevens.
During the concept phase, your artists produce sketches, wireframes and mockups of your slot game. These will help you understand how the game works statically and showcase key features. It’s important to remember that these prototypes aren’t the final versions of your slot game, so don’t expect them to be perfect at this stage.
As the development process moves into the testing and quality assurance (QA) phase, your developers will begin to code a more complete version of your slot game. This process involves unit testing, integration testing, and system testing. These steps ensure that the individual components of your slot game work as intended, and that they integrate with one another seamlessly. It’s also important to test for any glitches or bugs in your slot game, so that you can resolve them before releasing it to the public.