I have played the slot machine, and it was hilarious how fast it used up the money I had put into it - I had a genuine laugh. I heard that the machines outside

I have played the slot machine, and it was hilarious how fast it used up the money I had put into it - I had a genuine laugh. I heard that the machines outside of main casinos in Vegas have much higher payout rates, so that you can take more time to lose your money. Makes sense, someone has to pay for the Eiffel Tower model. My question/comment was about the overall cultural perception of gambling. I just found it strange in America - a small instance of a "culture shock".