Progressive jackpots are the ultimate dream for millions of casino players around the world.

Knowing how the jackpot pool is funded helps players make smarter decisions about which games to play.

The Mechanics of a Progressive Pool

Because thousands of players are playing simultaneously, the prize pool increases at an astonishing rate.

After a win, the jackpot immediately resets to a predetermined "seed" amount, usually one million dollars.

• Local jackpots only pool money from one casino
• Networked jackpots link games globally
• The odds of winning are extremely low

Different Progressive Networks

Local progressives link several machines within a single casino, offering medium-sized jackpot pools.

The truly life-changing money comes from wide-area network progressives like Mega Moolah.

Can You Beat a Progressive Slot?

Because a portion of your bet funds the jackpot, the base game's Return to Player (RTP) is lower.

Never gamble money you cannot afford to lose while chasing a statistically improbable jackpot win.

Progressive jackpots add an undeniable layer of extreme excitement to the casino floor.