It's widely accepted among players that the optimal times to play slots are early morning or evening, with peak hours typically occurring between 8 pm and 2 am. Take some time to watch the particular machine to gauge when it is most likely to pay out.

The truth is, yes  casinos can control a slot machine or rig it only to give players small wins. Some casinos work with developers to create exclusive games. This gives them even more access to a game's code and RNG.