Contests
Online Pokie contests are a hugely popular leisure activity. Many online pokie fanatics were drawn to these thrilling pursuits owing to many reasons:
>The joy of the competition
Although the adventure of Pokie play is apparent for all gamers, many prefer an online contest as they thrive on being challenged by another. The ability strike up chat with fellow players also offers a more intimate atmosphere, rather than simply playing solo.
> The Sky high wins
Of course like all online play, there’s a reason why people keep returning. The potential wins are astronomical!
> You don’t have to be an expert
Although hardened Pokie enthusiasts enjoy contests, they also attracts a wave of brand new Pokie players. The simple to understand gaming rules coupled with gripping themes such Lara Croft, ensures those who have never even clicked on a casino, are gaming with the big guys.
The Grand Slam of Slots 2009
Microgaming, one the web’s most reputable providers of casino software has just completed an incredible run of exhilarating play in the form of their Pokie contest, The Grand Slam of Slots.
The concept of the contest was simple – one lucky gamer would walk away with €1 Million! Like many online contests, tickets could not be bought. The only way to enter this life changing event was to earn a seat, places were only available via tournaments that led up to the final. Over some nail-biting play that ran across 4 months, a winner was finally crowned!
The top ten prizes were:
€1,000,000
€50,000
€25,000
€10,000
€7,500
€5,000
€5,000
€5,000
€5,000
€5,000
One very lucky UK resident scooped the big one!