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Video poker myths persist, but the odds tell a different story By Jerry “Stickman” Stich Few casino myths have more staying power than the belief that video poker machines are somehow “fixed.” Many players are convinced casinos manipulate the games so certain winning hands rarely materialize. Among the most common complaints are: “Whenever I’m […]
Many players say they “just” play slots. But without slot players today’s casinos wouldn’t exist By Frank Scoblete Hamlet said it best: “There is nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so.” (Thank you William Shakespeare!) The above is probably correct in just about any circumstances except perhaps a brick falling on […]
The biggest slot wins ever By Sean Chaffin After a stunning jackpot was won in June in Las Vegas, this edition of “Spinning Reels” not only takes a deep look at that win, but also some of the largest slot scores in history. For those who dream of a life-changing payout, this month’s look […]
Must-See Attractions For Your Next Las Vegas Vacation Las Vegas may be known for luxury resorts, celebrity chef restaurants and high-limit gaming, but some of the city’s most memorable attractions are surprisingly affordable—and many are completely free. Whether you’re visiting for a long weekend or an extended stay, these attractions offer plenty of entertainment […]
Bonus Spin Xtreme FlexBet doubles progressive triggers and offers multi-denomination choice By Frank Legato For the past few years, table game players at hundreds of casinos across the U.S. have had the option to make a progressive side bet to potentially trigger a wheel bonus that can land a slot-style progressive jackpot. Called Bonus […]
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has held that “skill games” are slot machines, subject to the same rules as casino slots By Frank Legato Last month in this space, I highlighted the situation involving so-called skill games—slot- like machines that their operators and manufacturers claim are legal because a dubious skill element can help players […]
How much should you tip a blackjack dealer? By Al O’Grady In a previous article, I discussed tipping the dealer and made the case for why players should tip when they win. Let’s assume we’re all in agreement on that point. The next question is: How much is appropriate? There’s no single right answer. […]
Strictly Slots Magazine June 2026 THE BEST OF RACINOS 2026 The Gold Standard in Racino Gaming and Hospitality IN THE ZONE Incredible Technologies powers the “win zone” with Treasure Burst Lamp of Luxury and unleashes dragons in Combo Craze By Frank Legato NEW LOOK, BIGGER STAKES Big changes to Northfield Park Racino including rebrand, new […]
Casino Player Magazine June 2026 THE GREENS ARE CALLING Play, Stay and Tee Off at These Casino Gems THE ULTIMATE SUMMER GETAWAY Where Poolside Parties, Headliner Shows and Luxury Stays Come Together By Karrie L. Zukowski A JACKPOT OF SLOT KNOWLEDGE A Conversation with Jolson Yee of Fontainebleau Las Vegas By Steve Kieva NEW LOOK, […]
Crypto Platforms Are Closing the Game-Library Gap With Traditional Online Casino Games in 2026 For most of the last decade, the easiest way to describe the difference between a big regulated online casino and a crypto-first site was to count the games. The regulated lobby had the names people recognized, the studio-quality live tables, and […]