Game Weighting
Game weighting determines what percentage of bets on each casino game type counts toward fulfilling a bonus wagering requirement.
What it means in practice
Game weighting is the mechanism online casinos use to control which games contribute -- and by how much -- toward clearing a wagering requirement. A 100% weighting means every dollar wagered on that game counts fully, while a 10% weighting means only ten cents of every dollar wagered counts. Slots typically carry 100% weighting, while table games like blackjack and roulette often carry 10-20% because their lower house edge makes it easier for players to clear bonuses profitably.
For casino operators, game weighting is a critical risk management tool. Without it, players could accept a deposit bonus and clear the wagering requirement entirely on low-edge games like blackjack, turning bonus promotions into a consistent loss for the operator. By assigning lower weights to games with lower house edges, operators ensure that bonus economics remain sustainable while still allowing players to enjoy their preferred games. The specific weighting schedule varies by operator and often differs between no-deposit bonuses and match bonuses.
From an affiliate perspective, game weighting rules directly affect player satisfaction and retention. Players who are unaware of weighting restrictions may feel misled when their table game bets contribute minimally to wagering progress. Affiliates who clearly explain game weighting in their reviews and bonus comparisons build trust and reduce churn among referred players, which benefits both CPA conversion quality and long-term RevShare earnings through improved player retention rates.
How Game Weighting works across industries
See how game weighting is applied in the verticals Track360 supports, from qualification logic and payout structure to the operational context behind each model.
How Track360 handles this
Track360 enables operators to track which games affiliate-referred players engage with post-deposit, providing data that helps evaluate how game weighting policies affect bonus cost and player behavior across different affiliate sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about game weighting, how it works in affiliate programs, and where it shows up across Track360's supported verticals.
Game weighting determines how much of your wagers on each game type count toward clearing a bonus wagering requirement. For example, if slots have 100% weighting and blackjack has 10% weighting, a $10 blackjack bet only contributes $1 toward the requirement.
Related Terms
Wagering Requirement
A multiplier condition that determines how many times a player must wager bonus funds before those funds become withdrawable. Wagering requirements directly affect operator bonus costs and affiliate RevShare earnings.
House Edge
House edge is the mathematical advantage a casino holds over players on each game, expressed as a percentage of each wager the operator expects to retain over time.
Deposit Bonus
A promotional incentive offered by an iGaming operator to new or existing players, typically matching a percentage of their deposit amount as bonus funds with wagering requirements.
Casino Bonus
A casino bonus is a promotional incentive offered by online casinos to attract new players or retain existing ones. Common types include welcome bonuses, deposit match bonuses, no-deposit bonuses, and reload bonuses. Bonuses typically come with wagering requirements that must be met before winnings can be withdrawn.
Slot RTP (Return to Player)
RTP (Return to Player) is the theoretical percentage of total wagered money that a slot machine or casino game is designed to pay back to players over time. An RTP of 96% means that, on average, the game returns $96 for every $100 wagered, with the remaining $4 representing the house edge.
No Deposit Bonus
A no deposit bonus is a promotional offer where new players receive bonus funds or free spins upon registration without needing to deposit money first.
Player Retention Rate
Player retention rate measures the percentage of acquired players who remain active over a defined period, directly affecting RevShare affiliate earnings.
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