In accordance with one or more embodiments, a method for facilitating play of a gaming device is presented, in which the method comprises enabling a reverse payout mode of play of the gaming device and displaying an indication that play of the gaming device is to be provided in accordance with the reverse payout mode of play. In some embodiments, the indication may include a display on an overlay device. In some embodiments, the indication may include a display on or over at least one reel (electronic, mechanical, or otherwise) of a slot machine.