Date Posted : October 10th, 2007
ISLE OF MAN - Online gambling progressive jackpots, in which numerous casinos network into a single major jackpot on specific virtual slot machines, continue to grow into multi-million dollar opportunities.
This week the Microgaming Jackpot Network which introduced the progressives concept to Internet gambling announced that 4 of its progressive jackpots combined had now pushed the value of the rewards achievable through the $6 million benchmark, creating a new record.
The individual values of the four main jackpots are currently (and counting):
* Mega Moolah ($3.7 million)
* Roulette Royale ($650,000)
* King Cashalot ($570,000)
* Major Millions ($460,000)
The firm's progressive wins are all paid out in a single reward payment.
The Microgaming Progressive Jackpot Network has paid out over $225 million since launch to over 6 500 players worldwide, and has thus far created 11 instant millionaires.
Mega Moolah is currently the biggest progressive reward on offer and is a four tiered progressive that gives players four progressive jackpots to aim at. The Mega progressive starts at $1 million and there are three others - Major $10 000, Minor $100 and Mini $10.
The 5 reel, 25 payline video slot, features a range of opportunity symbols such as Wild, Free Spin, Scatter and Multiplayer, with the wild symbol additionally a multiplier symbol which doubles winnings on the combinations it completes.
Game Details : Read our full Mega Moola review.
About Microgaming
Since the company developed the first true online casino software over a decade ago, it has led the industry in providing innovative, reliable gaming solutions. Thanks to an unrivalled R&D programme, that averages 60 games per year and a unique 'partnership' approach to working with operators; Microgaming powers 120 of the world's most profitable casino sites, delivering over 300 games.
The Microgaming Progressive Jackpot Network is the world's largest progressive and has paid out a record $225m plus in the last four years.
Microgaming software also powers the world's leading poker network. With over 40 card rooms and one of the most aggressive tournament schedules on the web, the Microgaming Poker Network ensures players will always find an active table, as well as the hottest action.
As a founding member of eCOGRA, Microgaming is at the forefront of an initiative focused on setting the highest standards in the gaming industry, most notably in the areas of fair gaming, responsible operator conduct and player protection. |
