Methodology for updating ratings: how and when we change TOPs

Introduction

Rankings of the best online slots are a live tool that changes with the industry. New releases, updates of old games, changes in the interests of players - all this affects the position in the TOP. To keep collections useful and relevant for Australian users, we use a clear methodology for evaluating and revising lists.

When ratings are updated

1. Regular scheduled revisions
- A complete ratings update is conducted quarterly to take into account seasonal releases and statistics over the past months.

2. Unscheduled updates
- If a bright hit or game with unique mechanics comes out, we add it to the rating outside the schedule.

3. Reacting to Slot Updates
- With major changes in RTP, mechanic or visual, we revise the place of the game in the TOP.

4. Based on major events
- Tournaments, high-profile streams, marketing campaigns and studio releases can dramatically raise the popularity of a title.

Update evaluation criteria

Popularity with players in Australia - the frequency of mentions in the community, streams and reviews.
Game statistics - frequency of bonuses, average winnings, distribution by sessions.
Visual and sound - relevance of graphics, quality of animations and sound design.
Mechanics and gameplay - the presence of unique or improved functions, the convenience of the interface.
Provider reliability - studio reputation, license, game stability.
The ratio of RTP and volatility is the optimal balance for different styles of play.

Process of testing new products

1. Initial familiarization - study of characteristics and rules.
2. Practice session - several game cycles to test the mechanics.
3. Collecting feedback from players - monitoring reviews in social networks and forums.
4. Comparison with analogues - an assessment of whether the novelty has competitive advantages.

How slots end up in the TOP

The novelty must pass at least a month of open test among real players.
Objective data on the frequency of winnings and the behavior of the game over a long distance must be collected.
To make it to the TOP in the Best Slots in Australia category, a title must be highly rated by both beginners and advanced users.

Why we are changing slot positions

The online gaming market is dynamic, and even iconic titles lose popularity over time.
Some games get updates that improve their positions, while others get the opposite.
The emergence of competitors with more recent mechanics or generous bonuses affects the distribution of places in the ratings.

Conclusion

Updating ratings is not a random process, but a structured and regular approach to selecting the best slots. For Australian players, this ensures that the TOPs reflect current trends and real audience preferences. Thanks to the assessment methodology, only those games that really deserve attention remain in the collections.