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Video Poker vs. Slots: Is There a Difference?

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Similarities between online slots and video poker (VP) are quite obvious and when someone looks at video poker for the first time, it is easy to mistake it for just another slot game. In truth though, VP and slot games are not one and the same. To clear the confusion up somewhat, let’s take a closer look at some of the key differences between the two next.

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Skill

The skill level symbolizes the ability of the player to affect the final outcome of the casino game. Slots are meant to be relaxing and fun games that can be enjoyed by just about anybody, so there’s no real input that the player can provide here, therefore skill is of little consequence in the final outcome of the game.