With the introduction of cryptocurrencies into the iGaming space came new provisions to ensure fairness. Slotland is among the providers with its very own brand of ‘Provably Fair’ games available at CryptoSlots. The purpose is to generate the proof in the virtual pudding – insurance that every play is fair without any outside manipulation - and makes it available for player review. For a thorough explanation of the system, we turned to the source, Slotland’s one and only Jack Jelinek. His description of the system is among the simplest we’ve ever read and it’s sure to give LCB’ers an enlightened take on the PF concept.
Q: To begin, give us an intro to Slotland’s own Provably Fair system and how it works.
A: Firstly, thank you very much for the opportunity to outline the awesome concept of Provably Fair casino games here at CryptoSlots is Slotland Entertainment’s most recently launched brand, a cryptocurrency only casino which goes the extra mile in guaranteeing fairness. All games at CryptoSlots fall under the category of ‘Provably Fair’ and utilize the technology that allows players to verify the fairness of every single game result. This makes our brand stand out: many casinos may boast that they are a Provably Fair casino, but the vast majority only apply the concept to a small, select number of their range of games. Every single game at CryptoSlots is PF, and our system is also unusual in that we guarantee at least one winning spin within the random set of possible results. As brilliant as this concept is, some brands also fail miserably when it comes to explaining what it is and why it is so important for players. At CryptoSlots, we try to make it easy to understand and easy for players to use it for themselves to prove fairness.
So, what is it all about? None of us like to feel cheated. Yet when we play at online casinos, we only see what is displayed on our screen and have no idea how it works from the other side. How can you be sure that the cards have been properly shuffled without seeing the complete deck? Is there a chance that a casino will pay out less if you increase your bets? This is where PF comes into play. The technology allows all players to confirm the fairness of any game result, be it the draw of a card or the spin of a slot.
Back in the day, kings would stamp their precious scrolls with a royal seal to ensure that it reached the receiver untouched. If the recipient sees that the seal is intact, it guarantees the authenticity of said document – nobody broke the seal and tampered with the contents.
What does this have to do with Provably Fair? PF is essentially a mathematical method used to ensure that no one, neither the player nor the casino, can tamper with the game result. The player is presented with a concealed set of possible game outcomes, called a server hash, before each spin. The server hash acts as the seal. The player then steps into the game, by selecting a simple value that will influence the final result of the game, called the client seed. The final result is called the server seed, i.e. the scroll with the message. When the game ends, the player can check to see that the end result matches with the initial set of possible game outcomes, to prove that the game outcome was random and fair.
Errr, don’t worry everyone. My further answers would be much shorter. I promise ;)
Q: Is it specific to Bitcoin or does the system work for various virtual currencies?
A: It was originally introduced by a cryptocasino, in order to verify the authenticity of a card deck shuffle, but PF is not tied to Bitcoin or any other cryptocurrency. The concept bears some similarity to the way Bitcoin transactions can easily be verified in that it is recorded on a public ledger, the blockchain. Provably Fair was inspired by blockchain technology but it is considered a separate layer of player protection and can be easily utilized by any online casino, whether it deals with cryptocurrencies or not.
Q: When it comes to casino games for virtual currency users, the Provably Fair system takes the place of RNG, right?
A: This is where our take on PF strikes a difference. Some other brands may be using PF system instead of RNG, which appears logical at first, but the game results generated this way on slot games are, in our opinion, boring as hell. It often produces either many consecutive non-winning spins, or there is little difference in the winning spins, e.g. many with low return on bets. To prevent this, we keep RNG in place to generate a set of game results, and we use PF to guarantee that the outcomes have not been tampered with. In this way, our game results undoubtedly give a more exciting variety of outcomes.
Q: Is the system applied to games other than slots?
A: Yes. PF originally started as a means by which online players could verify that a deck of cards was not tampered with after shuffling in a poker game. It ensured that the player could decide where to cut the deck, using the client seed, not the casino. In general, it can apply to almost any game of change. At CryptoSlots, we offer PF video poker as well as PF slot games. The concept works in a slightly different fashion, basically offering the player a guarantee that the deck of cards was not tampered with once shuffled. To go into detail, before the cards are dealt they are randomly shuffled using an algorithm based on a random number generator. This then allows the player to step in and select where to cut the deck of cards. At the moment we offer video poker and slots but more PF game types are on the horizon, so keep returning to CryptoSlots and watch this space!
Q: Is there a requirement for the system to be fully compliant, certified and accepted by regulators?
A: When implemented properly, PF works as sort of a ‘certificate of trust’ on its own. It proves that the casino doesn’t tamper with its game results, and hence diminishes the need for auditing, certification, and regulation authorities like eCOGRA. Players are independently able to verify the fairness of every single bet they make. PF is still, however, only one part of the whole formula. It obviously cannot guarantee the legitimacy of any particular online casino, or prove its ability to payout to any big winners.
Q: How important is it for all operators to ensure bets are provably fair?
A: As I have just mentioned, operators can greatly benefit from introducing the PF scheme. It not only gives players a guarantee that the house plays by the rules, offering an extra layer of transparency, but it also reduces the need for various auditing, certification, etc. And as a cherry on top, employing PF also clearly shows that the operator has embraced the future and is capable of exploring new ways on its journey to provide players with the best possible experience. For players, PF may not provide an absolute guarantee that a casino is 100% honest, it cannot, for example, guarantee that players will receive their winnings. But it certainly indicates that the casino understands and honors the importance of fairness. This is especially true if all games fall under the category of PF, as at CryptoSlots.
Q: For players concerned with the possibility of cheating the system, how does Slotland Entertainment monitor and/or ensure this doesn’t happen?
A: While the core PF system may appear to be bullet-proof, on the casino’s side there are still some issues that it cannot solve, i.e. bonus abuse, multiple accounts, etc. So, we do still undertake the usual checks and monitoring the system is a must. The bottom line is that, at CryptoSlots, we want there to be trust between us and the players. We ensure that all members can expect fairness and variety each and every time they play.
So, I look forward to seeing you at the games!
Slotland.WinADay
1 year ago
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Glad you found my explanation helpful, RoshawnNeal ;)
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RoshawnNeal
1 year ago
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It took me a while learning how to check the seeding. But I did learn and now I check it every now and again. Thank you for this awesome breakdown of the PF system.
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Slotland.WinADay
5 years ago
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Sorry for missing out on the additional questions, asnwering these now -- @AxelWolf: Technically it would certainly be possible to only use provably-fair games across all our brands, but a lot of existing/legacy games would have to be (re)coded from a scratch. So my answer would be: Not viable for sake of being an extra...
Sorry for missing out on the additional questions, asnwering these now -- @AxelWolf: Technically it would certainly be possible to only use provably-fair games across all our brands, but a lot of existing/legacy games would have to be (re)coded from a scratch. So my answer would be: Not viable for sake of being an extra resource-heavy task, and also coz there simply wasn't any sign of PF concept back in 1998 when we started to build our games. To answer your other question: The number of games on the offer may seem smaller at first, but (unlike virtually all other casinos) we purposefuly feature only 100% unique games built directly in-house. This also means you can't play our games at like 200+ other casinos ;) @ChiricoSales: Good question which we've even asked ourselves as well! Apart from being around for two decades+ and not having intention to use dirty tricks like some crypto quasi-gambling sites built with questionable intentions, we tried to think differently when creating CryptoSlots. Hence our take on PF-concept is special also coz with every spin we GUARANTEE that at least one possible spin outcome (generated BEFORE you take a pick) is a winning one. Of course, this doesn't mean that you can't hit a series of non-winning spins either, but 24 no-wins in a row is a super-unprobable 'winning' pattern possibly associated with an extra volatile games that (in short) only pay out massive wins but take literally 'forever' to get there...
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AxelWolf
5 years ago
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Why isn't this system implemented OVER all of the Slotland casinos? Why are there far less games to choose from than your other casinos?
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ChiricoSales
5 years ago
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I would like this question answered if its not too too late. So you speak of multiple different outcomes being presented and the player randomly chooses one. If the system presents nothing but loosing spins technically its done its job right? I only say that because ive played that scam dice game on freebitcoin or whatever....
I would like this question answered if its not too too late. So you speak of multiple different outcomes being presented and the player randomly chooses one. If the system presents nothing but loosing spins technically its done its job right? I only say that because ive played that scam dice game on freebitcoin or whatever. On a 50/50 roll ive gotten like 24 wrong in a row which seems impossible. But when i check it the system shows it was not tampered it. So that means it was a loss no matter what. Im assuming the same could happen here on slots.
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Lokieluke
5 years ago
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Provable fairness. Jack's not just a pretty face. He is the God of almighty legendary-ness. We're not worthy, we're not worthy.
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dmnitdava
5 years ago
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I will have to take your word in this jack cause when I start try to wrap my brain around all this is starts to hurt lol anyways I already know that slotland and its casino are the best and most trustworthy casino I have every founder to play with /at online so / and I am glad that your games are fair for everyone I can’t...
I will have to take your word in this jack cause when I start try to wrap my brain around all this is starts to hurt lol anyways I already know that slotland and its casino are the best and most trustworthy casino I have every founder to play with /at online so / and I am glad that your games are fair for everyone I can’t wait to hit it big jackpot with you guys ;) that would seem fair to me lol or I can just keep on dreaming :)thanks for the this info Jack and Lcb
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6 years ago
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@Sylvanas: Hehe, thanks for the warm words, plus good question indeed, as I'd too expect literally anyone jumping on the wagon, making all their games provably fair. But I guess apart from a few mostly crypto-aimed casinos who might only have a few few PF games, it's not top priority of other traditional operators, relying...
@Sylvanas: Hehe, thanks for the warm words, plus good question indeed, as I'd too expect literally anyone jumping on the wagon, making all their games provably fair. But I guess apart from a few mostly crypto-aimed casinos who might only have a few few PF games, it's not top priority of other traditional operators, relying on other, mostly old-school, ways of providing a proof of integrity, e.g. infrequent or semi-frequent audits of core RNG while saying a single word about the rest of the code. @darkwin: I understand what you mean but that's not how PF is supposed to work, nor does the casino know the results of the game beforehand. E.g. in PF poker game (to use an easier example) casino FIRST shuffles the deck and SEALS it so the order of the cards cannot change. And it's the player who THEN selects where the deck is cut, which obviously the casino doesn't know beforehand, hence the freedom of choice is completely in player's hands ;)
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maiwen63
6 years ago
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Thank you Jack Jelinek for this interview. what I understood is that this system makes it impossible for the player or the casino to cheat during a game. its good, this system allows the casino to prove to the player that he has not changed the value given to a random sequence during the game. In reality some casinos claim...
Thank you Jack Jelinek for this interview. what I understood is that this system makes it impossible for the player or the casino to cheat during a game. its good, this system allows the casino to prove to the player that he has not changed the value given to a random sequence during the game. In reality some casinos claim to have provably equitable results but in reality only have provable results. the casino knows the results of the game, the player no.
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Sylvanas
6 years ago
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Of course it's Slotland to embrace this system, who else :) When is this going to become a thing across the board I ask, it's about time for provably fair to be mandatory in online casinos.
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2fast4u
6 years ago
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that makes sense, thanks Jack
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Slotland.WinADay
6 years ago
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Happy to add my 5c on the subject, MelissaN, and again, thanks for the opportunity, LCB ;) @2fast4u: Yes to the first bit, with PF basically working as 'seal' providing you with a guarantee that the content of the 'sealed document' (=an outcome of your current spin) wouldn't change during your spin. In terms of the...
Happy to add my 5c on the subject, MelissaN, and again, thanks for the opportunity, LCB ;) @2fast4u: Yes to the first bit, with PF basically working as 'seal' providing you with a guarantee that the content of the 'sealed document' (=an outcome of your current spin) wouldn't change during your spin. In terms of the second bit, i.e. using RNG and PF, I'm afraid my full response would be uber-long and super-boring. But in short, we would still use RNG to generate a set of game results, combining it with PF to guarantee that the outcomes have not been tampered with in the meanwhile. Any particular question, just hit me with a PM. Though I can't really guarantee it, I'll do my best to be as short and as easy to understand as possible ;)
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2fast4u
6 years ago
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ah ok so with PF i can go and compare the results after I made my bet. and if its a match then all is good. Am I reading this right Jack? Can u also further elaborate how can you use both RNG and PF. I thought one would exclude another?
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MelissaN
6 years ago
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It's a very great feature. I like the way Jack described how the system functions. Thank you, Jack, for a very educative interview. It's easier now to get a broader picture of what Provably Fair system means.
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