Slot machines have been around for centuries, though the original mechanics have long been swapped out for digital components. Despite their history, slot machines did not become a popular form of gambling in Albania until the early 2000s. Players typically found them in casino-like environments, though bingo-style venues also featured them.
At this time, there were no available online slot machines in Albania, so players were limited to the physical type. That all changed in 2006, when the internet began to become available in the country and allow players to access the games from desktop computers or laptops. The number of registered online players has risen exponentially since then, even with a few legal set-backs here and there.