Wagering requirements: turning playthrough into spins
A wagering requirement, or playthrough, is the number of times you must stake an amount — the bonus, or bonus plus deposit — before withdrawing related winnings. It is the most important condition of any bonus and the easiest to underestimate, because it is shown as an abstract multiplier.
Convert the requirement into spins
The most useful way to read it is in spins. Hypothetical example: a 10-unit bonus, 25x on the bonus, 0.10 per spin. Required volume: 250. Number of spins: 2,500. Seen this way, the time and patience a promotion demands becomes obvious.
| Element | Where to find it |
|---|---|
| Multiplier | Promotion terms |
| Base (bonus or bonus + deposit) | Promotion terms |
| Deadline | Promotion terms |
| Contribution by game | General bonus terms |
| Maximum stake | General bonus terms |
Why volatility decides the outcome
During the wagering spins your balance rises and falls. RTP tells you the average loss; volatility tells you how wide the swings are. On a calm game the balance falls gradually and predictably. On a volatile one it may hit zero long before the end — or jump on a big win. If the goal is to finish the requirement, low volatility helps; if you accept the risk for a chance at a bigger win, high volatility fits. Knowing how to choose is the core of this site — see slots.
Contribution by category
If a game counts at 50%, each unit staked on it is worth half a unit towards the requirement, doubling the spins needed. Tables and live casino often count little or nothing.
Rules that void winnings
- Exceeding the maximum stake. - Playing excluded titles. - Using bonus buy where it is banned. - Missing the deadline. These rules live in the bonus terms.
One question before accepting
"Would I play this many spins anyway?" If the answer is no, the bonus is asking you to play more than you wanted.
Each promotion's conditions are set by the operator and may change. Always read the terms in your account before accepting.