What are 3D slot games?

If you've visited at least one online casino, you'll probably already have a good idea about 3D games and what they involve. In truth, these are arguably among the best online slot games you can play today.

Standard online games are in 2D form. This means they don't 'stand out' on the screen. 3D games do - in fact, they use advanced technology to ensure the gaming experience you get is better than ever before.

How does the 3D element work?

Typically you'll see a cut scene playing before the game itself loads. This gives you some background for the plot or theme, and you can become immersed in the 3D experience almost straightaway.

In many games, the main character will stand to one side of the game while you spin the reels. They will react according to what happens and whether you get a winning line or not.

If a bonus round is triggered, the screen will change and you'll play a special round. This also tends to take full advantage of the 3D element of the game. You might also see something change if you trigger something else in the game, such as a series of free spins. It all depends on the individual game.

Examples of some 3D slot games you can find online

There are plenty of them! For instance, A Night in Paris pits a thief against a security guard, as the guard tries to stop valuables going missing from a museum. Black Gold, meanwhile, is all about oil and cowboys! You can drill for oil in the bonus round and go into nighttime mode when playing the free spins round.

Elsewhere, Genie's Fortune has camels, monkeys and even snakes appearing in baskets. As you can imagine, the latter looks really good in 3D!

Better animation, more immersive gameplay and superb sound

You get an all-round better experience when you play in 3D! Since the creators of these 3D games want players to have the best possible experience, they go all out to ensure every element is outstanding. The detail in each game is highly impressive. You won't find the standard K, Q, J, A and 10 symbols you'd often find in the more basic 2D games - not in these examples.

Every game begins with a theme. Not much is different there when compared to the standard online slots. However, the 3D element allows the theme to be used in more detail. For example, when you get a winning combination, a small screen will generally appear, showing a mini animation involving the winning symbols. A good example occurs in Barbary Coast, a pirate-themed game. Get three or more compasses on a payline and you'll see one of them close to reveal the logo of the game on the front. The animated sequences are a great way to immerse you more fully in the game.

Play your choice of 3D slots today!

If you haven't yet had a go at a 3D slot game, make today the day you do. You can play many of them in free play mode at some online casinos. This gives you the chance to try them out to see what you think before you play with real money.

Whatever you do, don't miss out on the best online slot-playing experience around today!