A guaranteed payout can be difficult to release, even when another hold offers a stronger average result. This archived NSU discussion sits at the intersection of game mathematics and player instinct, asking how a certain small award compares with a less certain draw.
The wider question
A useful hand comparison starts with the exact variant and its complete payout schedule. A familiar game name is not enough to identify every rule. When reading a historical strategy discussion, keep its assumptions attached to the example; a different schedule or extra feature may call for a different comparison.
This is an original editorial reading note on the topic of a John Robison column, not a reproduction of the full article. The date above belongs to the original publication. Read the linked column for the author’s complete account and conclusions.
Ask the Slot Expert: Giving up a sure thing playing NSU
John Robison · Dec 11, 2024
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