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Bally Technologies scores a hit the bonus-packed “Cash Wizard” by Frank Legato He looks like one of those “Have A Nice Day” happy-face circles, only wearing a wizard costume. He’s a happy sort of fellow, and that’s the point. He’s the “Cash Wizard,” and he appears very frequently in the Bally Technologies game of […]
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Our annual survey of best in the slot-playing world, as selected by our readers Our Favorite Games This year’s survey certainly confirms the strength of International Game Technology in the classic reel-spinning categories, with a surprise at the very top of the reel-spinning categories of our survey—a resurgence of the world’s oldest slot-maker, Bally. […]
Our annual survey of best in the slot-playing world, as selected by our readers by Frank Legato One of the most prominent trends these days among the companies that produce slot machines is player research. Bally, IGT, WMS, Aristocrat and all the other slot makers are increasingly relying on player focus groups to tell […]
How much does the royal flush impact your game’s payback schedule? The answer might surprise you. By Jerry “Stickman” Stich Wins and losses do not come in a nice, steady stream. The edge of the game isn’t applied in a constant slope; instead, it’s a roller coaster ride. Most serious video poker players know how […]
Vegas handicapping seminar reveals timeless tips and new, high-tech tactics By Buzz Daly In the technological wonderland that envelops the world of sports betting, TMI—or “Too Much Information” — is an occupational hazard. When you add the glut of deliberately misleading tout missives filled with manipulative story lines, bettors can really get dismayed in […]
Gambling needs regulation to survive and thrive By Basil Nestor There are lessons we can learn from Full Tilt’s monumental mistakes. Their spectacular crash and burn offers poignant teaching moments for the casino industry, examples for legislators and regulators, and profound strategic lessons for all players. Over the past few months, we’ve learned […]
Leroy’s Sportsbook, the largest independent sportsbook operator in Nevada, and Computerized Bookmaking Systems, Inc., a leading provider of race and sports technology, recently announced that Leroy’s has received approval from the Nevada Gaming Control Board to start offering its own app for smartphones. This represents a milestone in sports betting history, and marks the first […]
Rivalries, revenge and Turkey Day upsets add emotion to the equation by Jim Feist November football presents some unique situations for sports bettors. It’s the middle of the NFL campaign, where a lack of depth or road travel can begin to wear teams down, and in college football it’s a time for revenge and […]
15 rules and rituals they don’t teach you in the books by Rob Wiser I remember my first visit to Atlantic City, many years ago. It was on the Boardwalk that I stepped inside a casino for the first time, packing a pocketful of cash with visions of beating the house. Blackjack was the […]