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Where Did Slots Come From?
<br>The slot machine is the most popular and recognizable game in any [casino](https://goldfish.it/casino/leovegas/), whether physical or online. However, its origins are rooted in simple 19th-century mechanics.<br>
<br>The first true slot machine is widely credited to a San Francisco mechanic named Charles Fey in the late 1890s. His machine, called the "Liberty Bell," featured three spinning reels and [casino](https://goldfish.it/casino/bwin/) symbols like horseshoes, diamonds, spades, hearts, and a cracked Liberty Bell. It was an instant success in saloons and bars, offering an automatic payout mechanism, a revolutionary feature for its time.<br>
The Rise of the "One-Armed Bandit"
<br>Due to legal restrictions on gambling in the early 1900s, slot makers had to adapt their designs. The solution was to make the machines award prizes of gum and candy instead of money. This historical quirk is the reason fruit symbols are still a staple of slot design. The term "one-armed bandit" came from the side lever and the machine's reputation for being difficult to beat.<br>
The Electromechanical and Video Slot Revolution
<br>The introduction of electromechanical technology in the 60s was a significant step forward. While it kept the familiar lever, its internal workings were electronic, which enabled bigger jackpots and new gameplay mechanics.<br>
<br>But nothing was as revolutionary as the first video-based slot machine. By swapping mechanical reels for a digital display, the design possibilities became endless. This transition to digital screens is what allows for the incredible variety and creativity found in modern online slots.<br>
The Future of Spinning Reels
<br>The modern era is defined by online and mobile slots. Online slots have taken the video slot concept to its logical extreme, [casino](https://goldfish.it/games/candy-land/) offering thousands of different games with incredible features like Megaways, cascading reels, and massive progressive jackpots that can be won from anywhere in the world.<br>