Progressive jackpot
A jackpot that grows with every bet until someone wins it. Network jackpots collect bets from many casinos and have exceeded €19 million.
Also: progressive jackpot · growing jackpot · network jackpotWhat does this mean?
A progressive jackpot is a prize pool fed by a small share of every bet — the pot grows until someone wins it, after which it resets to its seed amount. A local jackpot grows from one casino's bets; a network jackpot pools money from every casino where the game is available.
It's network jackpots that have paid record wins: the best-known progressive slots, such as Mega Moolah, have passed the €19 million mark. The jackpot contribution lowers the RTP of the game's ordinary wins, so progressive slots are mainly for those chasing the big dream.
The best casinos for progressive jackpot games are at jackpot casinos.
Related and sources
See also: jackpot casinos, jackpot. Source: Progressive jackpot (Wikipedia).
Quick facts
Example: in some progressive slots every spin takes part in the jackpot draw, in others the jackpot must be won in a separate bonus game. Check the game rules whether bet size affects the winning chance.
How does a progressive jackpot work?
Collected from bets
A small percentage of every bet goes into the jackpot pool.
Growth
A network jackpot grows from the bets of all connected casinos at once.
Reset
After a win the pot starts again from a fixed seed amount.
Frequently asked questions
Does a larger bet raise the jackpot chance?
In many progressive slots yes — the winning chance is proportional to the bet or requires a maximum bet. The exact rule is on the game’s info page.
Is a jackpot win paid out at once?
Large network jackpots are usually paid out by the game provider, often as a single payment; the casino's terms specify the procedure. Withdrawal limits generally don't cap jackpot wins.