Casino Industry Glossary

Nudge

Slot Machines & Electronic GamingREPORTED

A feature where a reel may be moved up or down to complete a winning combination.

In practice

Common in UK fruit machines. Distinct from hold: the reel is advanced rather than kept, and the number of nudges is usually awarded rather than chosen.

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