Are Progressive Slot Jackpots Truly Random?

Question

How do progressive jackpots work on slot machines, and are they random?

Answer 1

There are two types of progressive jackpots: standard and 'must-hit-by'. Standard progressives offer equal chances of winning the jackpot on each spin, regardless of the jackpot size. 'Must-hit-by' progressives have a predetermined point between the starting value and the maximum value at which the jackpot will be awarded. This point is randomly chosen by the RNG and is unknown to players and casino staff. Both types of progressives are governed by randomness, but the 'must-hit-by' gives a sense of when the jackpot is more likely to hit as it approaches the maximum value.