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Plinko is one of the hottest arcade games at crypto casinos. It's the modern digital take of the game that was first seen on "The Price is Right" all the way back in 1983. Of course, that itself was inspired by the popular pachinko machines in Japan.

The concept is super simple. A ball rolls down a maze of pins, and what you win will depend on which box it will land in.

We will of course talk more about how to play Plinko in detail on this page, but that's basically all there is to it!

Beyond the easy gameplay, one of the reasons why so many love to play Plinko online is the wins it can involve.

Depending on which crypto casino you are playing at, you can win up to $200,000. If the $200,000 jackpot is the one you are after, then try the Plinko Original version at Stake Casino. Bet sizes also start small, making Plinko a great choice for those with a small budget.

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Besides the Stake Original, Plinko online is largely offered by three developers. The Plinko developed by BGaming has a max payout at $100,000. The version developed by Spribe "only" has a max payout of $55,500 but this version offers a lower minimum bet that's friendlier to beginners. In 2023, Hacksaw Gaming also released their own version, boasting by far the largest multiplier at 3,843.3x.

Tip: Here is a demo version that lets you play Plinko for free.

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How to Play Plinko

When you open the Plinko game, you will see there is a pyramid of pins. At the top of the pyramid is where a launched ball will fall through. The ball will then fall down the maze with its trajectory deflected by the pins, and will eventually land in a coloured box. That box will determine your payout.

To play, start by placing your bet. It depends somewhat on the casino, but largely speaking the bet size ranges from $0.01 to $200,000,000 a go. Then set the number of pins you want in your Plinko game, which is determined by the number of lines of pins in the pyramid.

• In the BGaming, Hacksaw and Stake Original Plinko game, it goes from 8 to 16 lines.
• In the Spribe version, you will be given 3 choices: 12, 14 or 16 lines.

*Due to the different cryptocurrencies, the min bet at Stake Casino can theoretically even be less than 1 cent per round.

The more lines there are, the more pins there will be. More pins will make it harder to win, but you will also be looking at a higher payout.

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The Spribe Plinko game also lets you choose which coloured box and corresponding multiplier it will land in. Red has the greatest range with both the lowest and highest multipliers, whereas the Green multipliers are lower but your odds of walking out with a win are higher. Remember, you need a multiplier above 1 for it to be a profit!

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The Plinko version at Stake Casino is unique, albeit sometimes confusing. Where Stake Original games stand out is the possibility for both extremely high and low stakes. In some cases bet sizes can be less than 1 cent. At the same time, the upper limit of $ 2,500 is high with a potential multi-million payout with just one lucky hit. Plinko at Stake can be played in different cryptocurrencies.

This particular version of Plinko became famous through the streamer Trainwrecks, who won several million dollars playing the game at Stake Casino.

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Plinko, like other crypto arcade games, are straightforward and direct. The game has a couple of features to give players more control, but there are no bonus rounds.

1. Auto Mode
2. Risk Level
3. Provably Fair game

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Auto Mode

With the Plinko Auto mode, you will see a stream of balls falling down, and every single one of them is a bet. It's very different from the auto mode in slots.

The Spribe version will let you choose which colour balls you want. You can have one or all three colours. Remember, it doesn't just make it prettier. Red has the highest payout but also have potentially higher losses. It's kind of the equivalent of a choosing a high volatility slot where you are rewarded for risk taking. To stop Auto mode, just press on the "Stop Auto Betting" button.

The auto mode in both the Hacksaw and BGaming Plinko games lets you specify how many bets, ie. balls, you would like. It has a minimum of 10 bets and can go up to 1,000. To stop it at any time, press the "Stop" button. The Hacksaw version also lets you set loss limits and win limits while in auto mode to help you keep things under control.

Risk Level

The Stake, BGaming and Hacksaw Plinko games will let you adjust the Risk Level, which is divided into Low, Normal and High. The higher the risk level, the higher the payout.

In the Spribe Plinko game, there isn't a risk setting per se. But since the colours come with different multipliers, these are the equivalent of the risk level. Green is lowest risk, Yellow is medium, and Red is the highest. Just like with the other versions, the higher the risk, the bigger the payout.

Provably Fair game

Plinko is a Provably Fair game. These games give players a piece of code called a hash with which they can verify the game's fairness on the blockchain. The Hacksaw Plinko game however is designed to be played at regular online casinos too, without cryptocurrencies and off the blockchain. This means that it doesn't have the Provably Fair algorithm. Nonetheless, the game is still fair since Hacksaw is a reputable and licensed developer.

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Plinko Mobile App

Of course you can play the popular gambling game on mobile too. There's no need to download an app either, as Plinko is available as an HTML5 version at crypto casinos. Simply pop over to the casino's site on your phone or tablet's browser, log in, and start playing!

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1. Where can I play Plinko for free?
2. What is the best strategy for playing Plinko?
3. Which is the best version of Plinko?
4. Do I have to play Plinko with Bitcoin?

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1.) Where can I play Plinko for free?

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You can try both the BGaming and Spribe versions of Plinko for free in demo mode at the crypto casinos listed on this page. You may have to sign up for an account first, but that doesn't cost anything. Some of them have even made the process even faster by letting you register with your Facebook or another social media account.

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2.) What is the best strategy for playing Plinko?

There really isn't a best strategy for Plinko per se. Some players prefer playing at a higher risk level for higher payouts, while others prefer it low but steady. It's similar to people's preferences for high volatility slots or low variance games.

The key advantage with Plinko is that you get to adjust the volatility within the game itself. Tinker around and see what you like best.

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3.) Which is the best version of Plinko?

Again, this boils down to personal preferences.

Personally, we like the Stake Plinko game the best. That's because it allows for both small and super high bets. The maximum payout is also the highest at $2.5 million. But you do need cryptocurrencies to play at Stake, and it's also only available at Stake Casino.

Otherwise, the Spribe Plinko lets you place smaller bet sizes compared to the BGaming version, making it friendlier to budget players, although you're looking at a smaller maximum payout is at $55,500.

The Hacksaw and BGaming versions also give you more choices in terms of how many lines of pins you have. This translates into more finesse and control over the game.

The 3,843.3x massive multiplier in the Hacksaw Plinko is of course a standout, although this does come with a higher risk level. This may not be everyone, but if you're looking for something more extreme, we can definitely see this calling your name.

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4.) Do I have to play Plinko with Bitcoin?

No. While Plinko used to be only available at crypto casinos, many online casinos have added a version of the game that is not played on the blockchain, such as the Hacksaw take on the game.

Plus, you will find that most crypto casinos will accept a variety of cryptocurrencies well beyond Bitcoin.

For example, Litecoin, Ethereum are also widely accepted. Some sites will also let you play with fiat like Canadian dollars, USD and Euros.

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Plinko is a fabulous game that we think you will love. It's really easy to play and it's a great alternative to slots.

Once you get the feel for it, there are enough options to make it more challenging with bigger payouts in store.

This crypto arcade game is also gorgeous eye candy, and if you decide to turn up the volume, you can even hear the balls falling down.

Whether it's the Stake Originals, BGaming, Spribe or Hacksaw version of the game you decide to play, we're sure you'll enjoy it as much as we do. It's a must try!

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