From Reel Races To Slot Masters
Slot tournaments have become a feature at a number of slots and casino sites. One of the earliest to offer this kind of promotion was 888 Games who ran Reel Races. In more recent times games like Slot Masters (or Slot Rivals) have appeared on sites such as Foxy Bingo and Virgin Games. Today Slot Masters is only available on the Bally's platform whilst Foxy, Gala and Ladbrokes have their own versions and own slot tournaments. Taking tournaments that step further are newcomers Slots Temple who use the format to attract players by offering prizes. Some of their games are free to play too. Slot Tournaments are a way of making online slots more exciting as you take on fellow players on the same games.
How To Play Slot Tournaments?
Playing in a slot tournament is easy. You usually have to opt-in and then are given a fixed number of spins for a particular slot. All other players will have the same. The aim of most slot tournaments is simply to score the most points or get the biggest win in a fixed time and/or number of spins. Points are scored for getting winning lines but instead of pounds you're awarded points. Bonus features usually apply so it's possible to win free spins and have extra chances to build your score. At the end of the round your score is logged into the leaderboard. The player who finishes at the top of the leaderboard wins the top prize. Prizes tend to be cash, free spins or bonus money. Occasionally tangible prizes such as holidays may be offered in network or slot provider promotions but these tend to be rare.
Are They Free To Play?
Some slot tournaments or slot races are free to play. Free to play tournaments can be found at all the sites featured below. However in some cases you may need to be a depositor. Prizes in free tournaments tend to be smaller than those in paid entry tournaments. For example Foxy Bingo have recently launched Foxy Dollars and players can participate in free slot tournaments to win more Foxy Dollars. The best free site for prizes is probably Slots Temple as they offer the chance to win real cash prizes with no deposit required.
Where To Find Slots Tournaments

Jackpotjoy - Ballys
Play £10 For 30 Free Spins Or £50 Free Bingo Tickets
New UK Customers Only. New members only, must opt in. Min £10 deposit & wager (excl. sports betting). 30 day expiry from deposit. Free Spins: on Double Bubble. 1p coin size, max lines. Game availability & restrictions apply. BeGambleAware.org. 18+. Terms Apply #AD

Grosvenor Casino - Playtech
Deposit £20 Play With £50
New UK Customers Only. New customers only. Min deposit £20. Max bonus £30, bonus amount non-withdrawable, playable on selected games only. 5x wagering for £30 bonus. Expires within 30 days. Max win £2,000. 18+. Terms Apply #AD

Slots Temple - Digital Division Limited
Free Slots Tournaments Real Cash Prizes
New UK Customers Only. Some slot tournaments are 100% free to enter. Others require tickets or a buy-in. You will need to register an account and pass age verification before playing. 18+. Terms Apply #AD

Foxy Bingo - Entain
Spend £10 Get £40 Bonus & 40 Spins
New UK Customers Only. New customers only. Spend £10 to get £40 Bingo Bonus (4x wagering) + 40 Free Spins (value £0.10 each, selected games). Claim & use within 7 days. Restrictions and T&Cs apply. 18+. Terms Apply #AD

Virgin Games - Ballys
Play £10 For 30 Free Spins Or £50 Free Bingo Tickets
New UK Customers Only. New members only, must opt in. Min £10 deposit & wager. 30 day expiry from deposit. Free Spins: on Double Bubble. 1p coin size, max lines. Bingo: Advertised ticket value based on £1 tickets. Game availability & restrictions apply. BeGambleAware.org. 18+. #AD

Gala Bingo - Entain
Spend £10 For £10 Bonus & 100 Spins
New UK Customers Only. Min Deposit £10. Spend £10 on Slots to get 100 Free Spins (£0.10 each, valid for 7 days, valid on selected games). Spend £10 on Bingo to get a £10 Bingo Bonus (2 x wag, valid for 7 days). Player restrictions and T&Cs apply. 18+. Terms Apply #AD

Coral Casino - Entain
Deposit £10 For £50 Bonus
New UK Customers Only. Certain deposit types excluded. Deposit min £10 = £50 Casino Bonus (claim within 48hrs). Bonus subject to 40 x wagering and valid for 30 days. Game restrictions apply. Country restrictions. 18+. Terms Apply #AD

Ladbrokes Casino - Entain
Stake £10 For £30 Welcome Bonus
New UK Customers Only. New Casino players only. Deposit required. Play £10+ on qualifying games. 40x wager reqs (Bonus only) on selected games. Accept Bonus within 14 days. Bonus valid for 30 days. Certain deposit types excluded. Player restrictions and T&Cs apply. 18+. #AD