Longest dry spell - 2016 and longer

[dionysus]

Eesh
Looking at my bank history,my last WD was last April 2015. yowza; that makes a yr long dry spell.
Part of me says 'dammit, throw in the towel', but thankfully, I still enjoy playing and I tell myself, and others, when slots are no longer fun, its time to chuck it in. And as said, since I still ENJOY playing, checking new slots and get entertainment value (not loads always, mind, as long runs seem far and few between and deps seem to fly) its 'bummer' not a wine.

Anyone else got a brutally long spell running?

ps - no, Im not a tinfoil hatter. I dont think slots have been tweaked, rather, just bad luck run, which with slots, is expected to be more common than the good.

 

[dreamguardian1]

Mine was about 6 months then started hitting bonuses again like last night. So i feel ya. Granted i had a couple wins in there but it was not worth the cashout cause of the fees associated with the wins so just played them out till they lost. But right now on a streak so keeping to it till i see or sense the change.

 

[Dinahnana]

Eesh
Looking at my bank history,my last WD was last April 2015. yowza; that makes a yr long dry spell.
Part of me says 'dammit, throw in the towel', but thankfully, I still enjoy playing and I tell myself, and others, when slots are no longer fun, its time to chuck it in. And as said, since I still ENJOY playing, checking new slots and get entertainment value (not loads always, mind, as long runs seem far and few between and deps seem to fly) its 'bummer' not a wine.

Anyone else got a brutally long spell running?

ps - no, Im not a tinfoil hatter. I dont think slots have been tweaked, rather, just bad luck run, which with slots, is expected to be more common than the good.

Most of 2015 was a dry spell for me. Deposit after deposit I busted out. Only had a good period from Sept to Nov I think and at that most of the withdrawals were small with the biggest being €800 or something like that anyway. Prior to Sept I think I only had 1 withdrawal or something for the year. This year is going a little better but who knows how long my current winning streak will last? Chin up things will improve

 

[dionysus]

Chin up things will improve

Absolutely.
I dep within my limit, so it's money 'I expect to lose'. Doesnt mean I'd LIKE to lose lol, just that I go in knowing its the higher liklihood.
A few summer purchases in mind, plus the surprise move so I've my eye on where any wins are directly going.

But like bad days in life, you need bad runs in order to appreciate the good ones.

 

[Dinahnana]

Absolutely.
I dep within my limit, so it's money 'I expect to lose'. Doesnt mean I'd LIKE to lose lol, just that I go in knowing its the higher liklihood.
A few summer purchases in mind, plus the surprise move so I've my eye on where any wins are directly going.

But like bad days in life, you need bad runs in order to appreciate the good ones.

Oh yes I now appreciate the good runs more than I did before and never take them for granted. I also invest my winnings on some good things and pay a few bills ahead. So good luck for a good run for you this summer!

 

[dionysus]

Oh yes I now appreciate the good runs more than I did before and never take them for granted. I also invest my winnings on some good things and pay a few bills ahead. So good luck for a good run for you this summer!

Same. Stellar wins go to paying advance months in rent which allows a bit more gravy day to day and large wins go to practical purchases, like, funriture....things which are tangible.

 

[Jd666]

I did quite well until i went on holiday just before Easter, since i came back i have done terrible and i held off from depositing for about a week and a half after i came back.

Microgaming is pissing me right off, taking ages to get features for about a 10x bonus most of the time.

Terminator 2 giving me loads of 10 - 15 x bet bonus rounds.

Think highest bonus i have had was a 60x on TS2 yesterday on Val spins with a bloody retrigger, had 4 under 10x bet in a row on Val free spins.
Even Odin gave me less than 10x bet on his 20 free spins yesterday with 14 dead spins in a row.

Tried a Sarah bonus round this morning because i dont really bother with her and thought she might be kind...... 8x bet.

Glad im only a low roller.

Moan over lol

 

[dionysus]

lol, nah, not a moan JD, it IS a bummer to get stoked for a bonus to have it pay a pittance especially if they come around rarely.

 

[Jd666]

Nothing like rubbing it in.

Congratulations... you lost

 

[dionysus]

lmao
like when you get the bonus round tally but no wins:
Congratulations, you won 0

 

[fun4all]

Eesh
Looking at my bank history,my last WD was last April 2015. yowza; that makes a yr long dry spell.

That's terrible, I feel your pain. A year without a single withdrawal would make me go to the cinema instead I think. Even with only depositing what you can afford and are willing to lose that still has to suck hard.

For what its worth I have been through similar (although not quite a whole year without a withdrawal) and my usual response is to change the games I usually play until I finally hit something. I hope it changes soon for you.

P.S. Those games I place on my "never again list" when I change around - I find I go back to them at a maximum of a few months later, so much for "never again"

 

[fun4all]

Nothing like rubbing it in.

Congratulations... you lost

lmao
like when you get the bonus round tally but no wins:
Congratulations, you won 0

Haha yeah, for me the ultimate kick in the teeth is when you are on your 3rd deposit and some net ent slot tells you that you have won a MEGA WIN for 30x bet. I mean just **** off .

 

[lotusch]

Think we all have these dry spells.
I had a huge dry spell in 2015,I think I couldn't make a WD for a few months no matter what casino or what slot I was playing.
To see the other side,2016 has been very good to me sofar.

 

[lockinlove]

I feel for people that go on these. I was on one when I first started the online thing. I could have sworn everything was a big scam. Im serious. I thought everything from this forum, the members and the casinos were all in on it. It was so bad that I just quit for like a year or more. I returned won a bit lost some. But at least a win felt like maybe it was real. But then I felt like I was being suckered in. I felt like the winner screenshot threads were full of employees luring people in.

I could have sworn all casinos that offered multi platform games were rigged. I could never win. Never. Numerous casinos, never came close.

A few months ago I was down a couple grand again. Thinking why the hell did I return. Then I came across 4 casinos. Trada, PlayOLG, slotsmillion and Sports Interaction. And from there, the wins have been outrageous. If I ran numbers, odd, rtp whatever. I think alot of people would be pretty blown away.

From down $2000 to up almost $12, 000 is really outrageous to me. And knock on wood, the wins just keep coming. Every time I deposit Im cashing out profit.

I dont know what to tell you. The only thing that worked for me was constantly trying new casinos.

I know the best thing I ever did was stop playing at 32red and allstarslots. Those 2 sites KILLED me.

So try casino jumping. Maybe that will help

 

[dionysus]

Cheers. I DO believe slots are the same regardless of the casino,and as such,try to remain loyal to a handful,of course,occasionally trying a new one out...i will switch up games often however

 

[dionysus]

Lol, though chins up appreciated, wasn't intended to be a pity thread - genuinely interested in others' dry runs and the banter and sharing of successes and well, not so successful periods

 

[pokerdan]

I had a long dry spell going but part of that was me not hitting the cash out button ;( Other than that it's time consuming withdrawal process that sometimes gets me to give back my winnings. But I feel your pain.

 

[Jd666]

You always expect to lose when you deposit, a withdrawal is a bonus.

Its just getting boring for me lately, if you get the odd 100x bonus round or something then its a bit of excitement and a bit longer playing time.
Its just when everything you go on stiffs you with 10x bonus rounds and its taken 300 - 500 spins to get them, then it gets boring for me.

Seem to be getting loads of shitty wins in normal play so thats keeping RTP up.

Had nearly 300 spins on Terminator 2 earlier on 0.30 spins and was only down a tenner, had a bonus round for 3.36 which includer the trigger pay in that.

 

[lockinlove]

I had a long dry spell going but part of that was me not hitting the cash out button ;( Other than that it's time consuming withdrawal process that sometimes gets me to give back my winnings. But I feel your pain.

I think this was part of my problem too. A $200 profit wasnt good enough for me. So id push it. Lose my winnings and deposit. Rinse and repeat.

Now I set a bottom line and stick to it 98% of the time.

Im actually pretty proud of myself how I can stop and just cashout.

For example. I played at Sports Interaction last night. I got up like $400. Set my cashout bottom at $350. Now I cashout. Dont reverse and find other things to do so Im not tempted.

I used to be really bad at wanting to continue to play. Hoping and thinking that jackpot is coming soon. Raisin my bets or whatever. And losing.

Ive even cashed out $100 profit before. Wheere before that was just not happening. I used to think "im not here to make a $100 bucks" LOL bad thought process.

Now all these $100, $200 and $300 wins have added up huge.



But yes, you have to get in profitville first to be able to make those decisions. And yes, I have been there for ages where I couldnt get there.

I seriously believe once I hit a bit of a bad downswing, I will take a huge break or quit. I feel like im the lucky one who defied the odds and I shouldnt blow it.

I think I have it in my mind, once I lose $600 without a cashout. Its quit time.

 

[KasinoKing]

I think this was part of my problem too. A $200 profit wasnt good enough for me. So id push it. Lose my winnings and deposit. Rinse and repeat.
Now I set a bottom line and stick to it 98% of the time.
Im actually pretty proud of myself how I can stop and just cashout.
For example. I played at Sports Interaction last night. I got up like $400. Set my cashout bottom at $350. Now I cashout. Dont reverse and find other things to do so Im not tempted.
I used to be really bad at wanting to continue to play. Hoping and thinking that jackpot is coming soon. Raisin my bets or whatever. And losing
...

I was going to say, until I got to your last post, that your opening post is meaningless if you don't say what your cash-out target is.

Obviously if you just keep playing regardless you will eventually lose and hence never cash-out.

Everyone should try to set & stick to a cash-out target, whether it be Deposit x N, or Profit of $N, or whatever...
I know this is MUCH easier said than done - I often forget this rule myself.
In fact, I am going to go right now and cash-out a chunk at Videoslots (where I am £1,000+ up) before I go crazy & blow it.

KK

 

[Jono777]

Up until that amazing gesture from Rizk and you guys, 2016 has been pretty shitty all round withdrawal wise for me too.

Sure I post a handful of screenies and videos here and there but most of em are usually in vain as I bust out before clearing WR.

'Why take a bonus' I hear lol, well with a crappy small budget I have to shop around for the best 'deal of the day' simply in an effort to at least try and extend my session if things do not start well (which they usually don't )

Kind of a 'Catch 22' no bonus = fast bust, take a bonus = good hits but killed by WR - No tin foil hats here either lol

Only humble advice but I find an ironic way of breaking the cycle is to abandon the favourites and try games you maybe have never played or at least not played for a long time maybe, good luck

 

[geordiecolin]

I've not drank for months

 

[goatwack]

Expectations change I think. Pretty sure I've had numerous opportunities to make a 'profit' but have often squandered the funds so as to bet higher and chase bigger wins. When you're lowrolling, depositing £30 and doing £2 bets isn't a realistic option, but building up £30 to several hundred over a few hours is what it's all about.

So when it comes to notable cashouts, I'd have to go back to maybe late 2015. Missed opportunities to make 2x or 3x my deposit and cashout is pretty high. It's a sorry state of affairs when I don't consider a £100 withdrawal 'worth it' anymore. Jaded Gambler Syndrome! Or just being greedy?

 

[interlog]

The year started well and I peaked at £2,023 profit back on the 21st March.

Downhill from then with currently a yearly loss of £981 and that includes one week of a self imposed ban because the money is going a little too fast.

Can't play this week either (well I can but stick to one casino) because I mistakenly reset the weekly deposit limit. Will have to play with the battle money, the free chip (with wager requirement) and battle of slot spins instead. Whether I can turn all of that into £981 is the big question, knowing my luck I highly doubt it.

 

[Adriana B]

Not good at all for me either. I am a very small roller so it isn't terribly affecting me. Like Jonmincher, I take bonuses to try and extend my play time. Just plunked $50 at Betat where they matched it, and it's almost all gone already. Oh well, I have the free spins to look forward to.

Let's hope some luck comes our way

 

[fun4all]

but building up £30 to several hundred over a few hours is what it's all about.

Totally agree, this is the best strategy, especially when on a bad run. Low risk bets but choose a slot that can still deliver the huge return on those bets, like DOA. You can win £1000 betting 90p a go on it ffs, perfect low roll slot to try and win on.

 

[BrianGhattas]

I guess I shouldn't complain about 2016. I'm down only $132 so far and I've played almost everyday. Haven't had much luck at my locals with only two $35-40 wins in 10 trips. Lotteries have been crap. I didn't win anything in March and half of April until I won $290 on Slots Million and $35 at my local. Last year, I was down $600 or so at this time but I hadn't discovered European online casinos yet.

@lockinlove I haven't tried Trada yet. I'll put a Sir Robert Borden in Friday and try it out. Slots Million, Video Slots Online and PlayOLG.ca are the three casinos I gamble at but I'm willing to play anywhere. Hopefully they allow people to play for Canadian money.

 

[dunover]

Up until that amazing gesture from Rizk and you guys, 2016 has been pretty shitty all round withdrawal wise for me too.

Sure I post a handful of screenies and videos here and there but most of em are usually in vain as I bust out before clearing WR.

'Why take a bonus' I hear lol, well with a crappy small budget I have to shop around for the best 'deal of the day' simply in an effort to at least try and extend my session if things do not start well (which they usually don't )

Kind of a 'Catch 22' no bonus = fast bust, take a bonus = good hits but killed by WR - No tin foil hats here either lol

Only humble advice but I find an ironic way of breaking the cycle is to abandon the favourites and try games you maybe have never played or at least not played for a long time maybe, good luck

Therein lies the issue. The dreaded double-edged sword called 'BONUS'....(BULLSHITTING OF NUMEROUS UNINFORMED SLOTTERS ) ;0)

I would hazard a guess that Dionysus is aiming too high. In a year everybody would withdraw several times if say, making 20-50 quid deposits and playing cash and having a target of 2x D for withdrawal. If you keep playing for fun even a RTP of 99.9% will eventually kill your deposit.

 

[dionysus]

Therein lies the issue. The dreaded double-edged sword called 'BONUS'....(BULLSHITTING OF NUMEROUS UNINFORMED SLOTTERS ) ;0)

I would hazard a guess that Dionysus is aiming too high.

Oh, I do - definitely don't deny that. There's huge fees associated with my international bank transfer withdrawals so I gun for higher WDs and a 2x WD holds zero interest for me as I'd sooner play and banks would absorb that doubled deposit regardless, so rather pointless frankly, (no point in taking out the extra 50 if I lose the 50 to the bank...I'm just getting my dep back) and as mentioned more than once, for me, theres also entertainment value..I LIKE playing slots. As said, don't blame the casino for my choices. Theres truth to the above, but also intermingled along with several poor sessions where big or small WDs is also moot.

 

[Nate]

Cheers. I DO believe slots are the same regardless of the casino,and as such,try to remain loyal to a handful,of course,occasionally trying a new one out...i will switch up games often however

Yes they are - But by some odd reason, you just lose at some and never see the light of day. I have my 'Lucky' ones and my stupidly unlucky ones.

Nate

 

[lotusch]

I do have to add that finding that WD button on time helps a lot.
Even if you end up with a small profit or equal balance from deposit after a session.

I used to not care about that and would only go for big cashouts,minimum 500 Euro when depositing 50 and a 1000 when depositing 100.
Ridiculous as that is a guaranteed bust out on the long run.
I have made my targets but at a much higher cost.

I have busted out on 100 Euro deposits where I would be up to 850 but my greed inner self would push me for at least a 1000 Euro +.

I changed that drasticly and now sometimes I even WD the same amount as I had deposited 2 hours before.
As it gave me a good fun session and I hadn't cost me a penny.
Also smaller profits are more appreciated by myself now.

 

[geordiecolin]

My best guess this year is that I have broken even or lost a little. I only aim to withdraw modest amounts. 2-3x my initial deposit or if I have to make multiple deposits because I keep busting out then closer to breaking even suits me. The past few months have been utterly dire as I have mostly deposited in just a few casino's in the hopee of my luck turning with them.

 

[Adriana B]

Spell is getting drier and drier. I agree with cashing out with a small profit -- wish I had. Unfortunately, greed takes over. I think it was Hedgehok that said a while back ago, to withdraw your deposit amount and play with the rest. Good advice -- wish I had taken it. Would have only been a $30 profit (that I probably would have lost anyway) but at least I would have gotten back my $50 deposit which makes you feeling a wee bit better.

Taking a break for a bit and complete my taxes over the next couple of days. That will keep me more then occupied and knowing I will get a refund -- probably make me much happier!

Notice how you post a lot more when taking a break? I certainly do.

 

[Steviedoo]

Oh, I do - definitely don't deny that. There's huge fees associated with my international bank transfer withdrawals so I gun for higher WDs and a 2x WD holds zero interest for me as I'd sooner play and banks would absorb that doubled deposit regardless, so rather pointless frankly, (no point in taking out the extra 50 if I lose the 50 to the bank...I'm just getting my dep back) and as mentioned more than once, for me, theres also entertainment value..I LIKE playing slots. As said, don't blame the casino for my choices. Theres truth to the above, but also intermingled along with several poor sessions where big or small WDs is also moot.

But why not choose using an ewallet for those small withdrawals. And if u have to pay $2.50 for the next withdrawal to your ewallet think of it that you spent 5 spins at 50 cents and you lost.

 

[dionysus]

But why not choose using an ewallet for those small withdrawals. And if u have to pay $2.50 for the next withdrawal to your ewallet think of it that you spent 5 spins at 50 cents and you lost.

With e-wallets, you can simply re-deposit. With withdrawing to my bank, there's no tempation to.

 

[Adriana B]

I finally broke my dry spell. YAY !!!!!



I only wanted to play Game of Thrones 15 lines as I was down to my last few dollars but I kept getting the other one. So I thought -- WTF -- must be Karma. Have not had a withdrawal like this ever before and I know that this is nothing for some of you but for me ..... fucking A

 

[Jono777]

Get the FUCK IN Barb, well deserved hun, enjoy and don't deposit it all back

Well DONE

 

[Adriana B]

Nope Jon. Just $100 of it at my fav place -- Videoslots which is where I won it and it withdrew to my Ecopayz within minutes. I will be battling with this money !!! Few good battles coming up.

Glad to join the club sweetie! Uh ... does the missy know about our relationship? Ha ha. She's safe -- I'm an oldie (however I am a goodie too ... LOL). Yes, I am in a happy mood!

 

[dionysus]

Yes, I am in a happy mood!

Mine's foul. Played with $200 yesterday GUTS, no love at all and 100 today 32Red, no love, loads of headaches. That's my month's budget and it hasn't officially started yet lol - so glad a Canadian got kissed by (no, not Jon lol) Lady Luck!
Spoil yourself with your windfall.

Can't believe I havent been able to fill out a casino data form yet..d'oh

 

[spintee]

I with draw on the constant I do have a week or two without a bean but, PLEASE remember I small bet, I stick like 10 - 20 but Numerous times in a day, and I feel no way taking out £50 - 100

But its like KK said you have to set a goal / limit, and if you do not than well the inevitable is going to happen (busted)

Other day I stuck a £10 in glossy bingo for 100 free spins on barbar black sheep, Won exact £10, I built balance up to about £80 I was debating to withdraw (lose £10 bonus) but decided to carry on, got up to about £300 than started sliding, I took £245 out and left some in to play, What I left in was gone like nothing, If I did not take out when I did than that could of easy all been swallowed up,

Now i didnt even dip into bonus and only £10 deposit, If I deposit £100 which is not a big deal now days for gambling and just uped my bets by x10 betting £3 instead of 30p that could of been 2.5k take out I did have a few 60 bets and for me thats a treat

I gave bullseye a good test, 950 spins at 30p and over 200 spins at 60p constant bonus rounds and free spins, But not one win over x100 bet ? but over £100 profit

Couple more £10 deposits later for a few more £100's take outs

GL all

 

[Valhalla]

I'm currently having my own wee shitty spell.
After this amazing month almost exactly a year ago:

https://www.casinomeister.com/forums/threads/trada-royal-panda-leo-vegas-thank-you.67310/?t=67310

I didn't really play anywhere for about 6 months (probably more). Started playing regularly again recently and I would say this past month I have easily lost £3,000 altogether across various casinos having made only 2 withdrawals (£300 and £450) and loads of deposits. I've now TAB'd from Slotty Vegas, BetAT, Energy Casino, Royal Panda, DrueckGlueck, Leo Vegas, Trada and maybe another 1 or 2 that I can't remember.
You could say to me to "just not play there" but I prefer to use the Take A Break function as I wouldn't be able to help myself; I always have a good amount of cash just sitting there ready to deposit. TAB protects me from my own boredom (which leads to temptation)

For what it's worth, the 2 withdrawals were from my only 2 significant hits this past month; £300 on Starburst and around the same on DoA. It has been 99% bollocks

 

[hhhelllo]

I used to never cash out before 2000. The results? Lots of 100$ deposits lost in 10 minutes... But a 5500$ and 15000$ withdraw in a year.

After busting way too often...
I changed my strategy to run away with 400 everytime I can. In the long run it's better for the wallet but a little boring...

I havent made a deposit in a while since so many canadians were having problems with banktransfers withdrawals...