Progressive Jackpot

A jackpot that grows incrementally as players wager, often reaching millions before being won.

Slots & Video Poker

A progressive jackpot is a prize pool that increases with every bet placed on the connected game or network. A small percentage of each wager feeds the jackpot until one lucky player triggers the life-changing payout.

Types of Progressives

Standalone progressives are limited to one machine. Local progressives link machines within a single casino. Wide-area network progressives connect machines across multiple casinos, building the largest prizes — often exceeding £10 million.

Winning a Progressive

Most progressive slots require a maximum bet to qualify for the top prize. Always check the rules before playing — there is nothing worse than hitting the winning combination only to discover you weren’t eligible for the jackpot.

Related Terms

  • Jackpot — The largest prize available in a game, often accumulating over time until won.
  • Maximum Bet — The highest wager allowed at a particular game, table, or when playing with bonus funds.
  • Payline — A line across the reels on which matching symbols must land to form a winning combination.
  • Slots — Casino games where players spin reels and win by landing matching symbol combinations.