Slot Trumps reveals the impact of restrictive regulation on the German online casino market. Germany has the second-lowest average bet size and the lowest among European countries.
The strict limitations in Germany on online slots result in a €1 maximum stake limit, pushing average stakes down to €0.52. This is approximately 50% below the global average across EveryMatrix’s SlotMatrix network.
The limitations also include restrictions on gameplay. Players can only play one game at a time, with fixed spin speeds and wait times between spins. These factors contribute to an average bet per session of 59, the highest volatility recorded by Slot Trumps.
In comparison, in Greece where low stake limits affect play, average bets per session are 30% higher. Romania, which doesn’t impose such restrictions, sees average bets per session 50% higher as a result.
In Germany, free spins are the most common bonus feature in online slots, found in 85% of SlotMatrix’s top 20 games. This is due to their ability to extend gameplay without additional spending, which may help mitigate the low stakes and slow game rounds.
When it comes to themes, German players prefer classic options such as animals, fruits, and fantasy themes. Animal-themed games, in particular, are the most popular, accounting for 24.7% of games.
For a more detailed breakdown, you can access the full Slot Trumps Germany dashboard here.
