There’s a theory — maybe call it a conspiracy theory? — that the reason Nevada gaming win is up despite visitation being down is that the state’s slot machines are taking more money than they’re legally allowed.
But Nevada regulators say not only is that virtually impossible, but that casinos would be foolish to even attempt it.
By regulation, Nevada’s slot machines can hold a maximum 25 percent of the money put into them, meaning players could expect a return of 75 percent. In practice, the percentage split is closer to 93.5 percent-to-6.5 percent.
But a recent study by the UNLV Center for Gaming Research says over time slot machines have been increasingly tighter for the player.
