Everything You Need to Know About Casino Tournaments

What Are Casino Tournaments?

Casino tournaments are pretty much what they sound like. They are competitions among players. While they may sound counterintuitive - how do you measure luck, after all? - they are fun additions to online casinos.

Tournaments rank participants based on objective metrics. For example, Pragmatic Play’s “Drops & Wins” tournaments measure the win ratio (the win amount divided by the stake) to level the playing field.

Are There Different Types of Tournaments?

Yes, there are plenty:

• Slot tournaments are the most popular. Here, players compete in their luck at slot machines. One good example is the above-mentioned Drops & Wins.
• Table game tournaments are those where players compete in playing table games. Depending on the game played, there can be more or less skill and strategy involved. Tusk Casino routinely runs a so-called “Live Casino Kings” tournament playing roulette, blackjack, and various game shows.

Like in poker, tournaments can be scheduled, that start at a set time no matter how many players buy-in, or sit and go, that begins as soon as the necessary number of players sit down at the table. Most tournaments require you to buy in (pay a participation fee), but some freerolls don’t require a buy-in but can come with real money wins.

How to Participate?

To participate in a casino tournament, all you need to do is to opt in. Most casinos have a dedicated section listing their tournaments. Others let you know of their schedule through their newsletter.

All you need to do is opt in - click a link or a button on the casino’s website, pay the buy-in fee, and play.

What Can I Win?

This, once again, depends on the individual tournament.

Global tournaments like Pragmatic Play’s Drops & Wins or Wazdan’s Mystery Drop usually give you random cash prizes - these you can withdraw. Other tournaments can offer cash, bonus money, free spins, or other benefits. All of these are listed in the tournaments’ Terms.

Wagering Requirements

When the prizes are in bonus funds or free spins, they will be subject to wagering requirements. These tell you how many times you’ll have to play through the bonus or your winnings to turn them into cashable money. These, too, are listed in the tournaments’ Terms, so check them out before diving in.

Casino tournaments are not only about winning money. They are about the competitive spirit that online casinos are otherwise lacking, the rush of going head-to-head with other players. And, in many cases, they are about winning prizes, no matter if they are random cash drops or huge piles of free spins. What’s important is that you know all the terms and requirements before you dive in to avoid any surprises.