Casino / bonus mechanics

What is game weighting?

Game weighting tells you how much a bet contributes toward a wagering requirement. It is one of the easiest bonus terms to miss, and one of the fastest ways to misunderstand the true effort behind a bonus.

The simple definition

If a slot counts 100% toward wagering, every 10 units staked adds 10 units toward the target. If a table game counts 10%, that same 10-unit stake adds only 1 unit toward the target.

Quick comparison

Game type Stake Weighting Counts toward wagering
Slot 20 units 100% 20 units
Roulette 20 units 10% 2 units

Why this changes bonus value

A bonus can look attractive on the surface but become much harder to clear if the games you actually want to play contribute only partly. That is why game weighting belongs right next to wagering requirements, RTP, and max cashout in the main group of casino bonus terms.