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Why are some slot sequels amazing (while others aren’t)?

Aug 21, 2022   |  
Whether you’re an online gamer or you prefer the traditional land-based casino, one thing stays an absolute: slots is one of the most popular games on the market. It’s...

The Most Popular Casino Games: A Guide for Beginners

Aug 07, 2022   |  
Gambling has become one of the most popular pastimes for people all over the world. As a form of recreation, it’s unbeatable: it hits all the targets. You have elements of...

Online Slots That Pay the Most

Oct 06, 2021   |  
Everyone that has ever had an interest in casino gambling knows that slots are the undisputed champions of profit generation on gaming floors. According to estimates, they pull in...

Phenomenal Live Monopoly (Is This Evolution Gaming's Best Online Casino Game Yet?)

Jul 14, 2021   |  
Where online casino gaming is concerned, Evolution has been at the top of market for quite some time now. Which is not at all surprising for those who know this company’s...

The Insider’s Guide to AllBet Gaming’s Bull Bull [Online Casino Strategy]

Jun 16, 2021   |  
Do you love online casino gambling with live dealers, but want to try out new game? If so, Bull Bull might be for you. This title is latest in the trend of games...

Gamification… what’s it all about?

Jan 09, 2020   |   Lars Jones
Online casino players will often run across the term "gamification" or "gamified" when reading about real money internet gaming sites. It's a strange word, and it hasn't been...

Gambling or Gaming, Does it Matter

Dec 02, 2019   |  
The differences between gambling and gaming are not always readily apparent. In some cases there may be no difference at all and in others, the differences are distinct and...

Blackjack and Winter

Dec 01, 2019   |  
Blackjack and Winter: Global Nature of Opportunities, Fun, Wins, and Knowledge [Happy Holidays] Chances are universal. They know no age, gender, race, they're geographically...

Bingo Guide - How to play Bingo

Jul 21, 2018   |  
HOW TO PLAY BINGO Playing Bingo online is actually very simple, and once you get the hang of it, it can be a whole lot fun, not to mention very exciting! In the game of Bingo a...

Bingo Guide - History of Bingo

Jul 21, 2018   |  
HISTORY OF BINGO - BINGO IN THE BEGINNING Information on game rules, history, strategy, tournaments and more. The ever popular game of Bingo's origins can be traced back as far...

Caribbean Stud Poker Rules

Jul 20, 2018   |  
Rules to Caribbean Stud Poker and How to play Caribbean Stud Poker Game Rules The play -- Caribbean Stud Poker. Caribbean Stud Poker is the copyrighted, trademarked, and...

History of Texas Hold'em

Jul 19, 2018   |   Jon Sofen
THE HISTORY OF TEXAS HOLD'EM To read a history of poker in general, click here: Poker History Texas hold 'em or Texas holdem is the most popular of community card poker games...

Online Poker Room Reviews and Information

Jul 19, 2018   |  
Online Poker Room Reviews and Information You will find information on game rules, history, strategy, tournaments and much more here on our online poker page. The most important...

Poker cruises / tournaments on cruise boats

Jul 19, 2018   |  
Poker on the high-seas or showdown in paradise - Take a poker cruise As the popularity of poker continues to grow, so does the quest for new and more exciting places to play the...

Poker Terms Dictionary

Jul 19, 2018   |   Jon Sofen
TERMS AND POKER LINGO You can get lost in the world of poker these days without a handy poker reference guide or dictionary - especially if you're new to the game and trying not...

Poker Game Varieties - Hold'em, Stud, Draw Poker

Jul 19, 2018   |  
COMPLETE GUIDE TO PLAYING POKER This page is the base for the rules associated with many variations of poker. Normally people consider five card draw the original poker. It is...

Poker - A brief history into the origins of the game

Jul 19, 2018   |   Jon Sofen
HISTORY OF POKER Click here for a specific History of Texas Holdem. Or read on for a general history of poker... Poker is one of the most popular of a class of card games with a...

Introduction To Rakeback

Jul 19, 2018   |   Jon Sofen
How to get more money playing poker using Rakeback How can rakeback make you a better poker player? Rakeback can’t tell you the right moves to make in a given poker...

Ranking Poker Hands

Jul 19, 2018   |   Jon Sofen
HOW TO RANK POKER HANDS The poker hands are the same in all poker games, so understanding the ranking is essential before you get started. Don’t worry though, they’re...

Lottery Dictionary

Jul 18, 2018   |  
Lottery Terms that start with "A" Additional Number - Powerball is a good example of a lottery game that features an additional number. This additional number allows lottery...

Pari-mutuel- what it is, and where to find it...

Jul 18, 2018   |   Tom Law
World pari-mutuel betting scene review The pari-mutuel system of betting is fast finding its place globally on the world map. Many enthusiasts across the world are turning...

Greyhound Racing : Wagering / Betting on Dog Races

Jul 18, 2018   |   Tom Law
GREYHOUND RACES AND RACING AROUND THE WORLD Greyhound racing has emerged as a popular form of sport today, with many people taking on to the thrill of pari-mutuel betting that...

How to Play Backgammon

Jul 17, 2018   |  
The rules of playing backgammon are relatively simple so learning how to play backgammon is a snap for most. While backgammon is an easy game to catch on to and play...

Online Backgammon Dictionary

Jul 17, 2018   |  
A.B.T. - A.B.T. is the abbreviation for the American Backgammon Tour which is a group of backgammon players and clubs that regularly hold tournaments. Ace Point - A backgammon...

Slots Dictionary: Definitions of slot machine related terminology & lingo

Jul 17, 2018   |  
Action- Slot action refers to all of the slot machine playing time accumulated by a slots gambler. This information is generally kept track of on the players slots club card...

History of slots and the slot machine

Jul 17, 2018   |  
The history of slots is interesting and here are a few facts about the game from the past. The game mainly gained popularity because it was simple to play without any rules to be...

Bingo Guide - online bingo, charity bingo, bingo halls, casino bingo +

Jul 15, 2018   |  
BINGO INFORMATION Information on game of bingo rules, bingo history, bingo tournaments, and more. PLAYING THE GAME OF BINGO Bingo is a very popular game played mostly at every...

History of craps

Jul 15, 2018   |  
There are various interesting theories and stories on how the game of craps evolved through history. The game of craps usually refers to street craps and bank craps. With the...

Craps Dictionary and Terminology

Jul 15, 2018   |  
This craps page will give you a rundown all the craps lingo and game related terms you might encounter at the craps table in a casino one night. Making sure you understand the...

Blackjack Rules and How to Play

Jul 15, 2018   |  
Blackjack is one of the favorite card games across the world and the rules of the game are simple too. They are easy to follow and the possibilities of winning are good. However...

History of Blackjack

Jul 15, 2018   |  
Blackjack is one very interesting form of gambling that is common to all Casinos today. The history of Blackjack is equally interesting. Blackjack emerged from the French Casinos...

Lottery - A Historic Perspective

Jul 15, 2018   |  
Lottery is the best and easiest way to win loads of cash prizes with less investment. This popular form of gambling has lured many gamblers to win hefty amounts by buying a simple...

How to Play Video Poker

Jul 14, 2018   |  
Video Poker games have been around for about a century now, but increasing the availability, speed and entertainment of the original Video Poker machine was the introduction of...

How to Play Roulette

Jul 14, 2018   |  
If you like games of chance, then you will love playing Roulette. Roulette is basically a spinning wheel that uses a ball to choose a number and if you are lucky you will make...

How to Play Pontoon

Jul 14, 2018   |  
Pontoon is a card game that was made popular in the UK and is now making its way to the U.S. It is a variant of the American game Blackjack and was originally based on the French...

How to Play Casino War

Jul 14, 2018   |  
Although slots and video games can be fun, playing card games allows you to get the edge over the house by learning just a basic strategies. If you are looking to take a break...

How to Play Blackjack Switch

Jul 14, 2018   |  
Blackjack Switch is an exciting variation on one of the most popular games in a casino, Blackjack. The blackjack table and rules are the same with only a few minor changes. With...

How to Play Blackjack

Jul 14, 2018   |  
Blackjack is by far one of the most popular casino card games because it allows knowledgeable players a chance to earn winnings much easier than a game of chance would allow. With...

How to Play Baccarat

Jul 14, 2018   |  
Baccarat is a casino game that was originally brought over from Italy and France in the late 1400’s. Part of the appeal of Baccarat is its simplicity. You have a choice to...

Rules to Caribbean Stud Poker and How to play Caribbean Stud

Jul 14, 2018   |  
The play -- Caribbean Stud Poker. Caribbean Stud Poker is the copyrighted, trademarked, and patented poker variation game, the rights to which on June 1, 1999 were owned by Mikohn...

Guide to Betting on Golf

Jul 13, 2018   |   Dave Schwab
Golf is one of the most popular sports in the world; it is estimated that this sport has roughly about 450 million fans around the globe, almost as many as baseball has. However,...

History of Roulette

Jul 13, 2018   |  
History of American Roulette & European Roulette Roulette is a casino and gambling game, and its name has been derived from a French word that means 'small wheel'. Here is an...

Maryland Scratch Games

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Maryland Instant Scratch Games Instant Scratch Games are where the fun is. They are exciting to play and even more thrilling to win. All you do is scratch and win. In Maryland...

Maryland Keno

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Maryland Keno is drawing more players daily because it's so easy and so much fun. Players can automatically win as much as one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000). Maryland Keno...

How To Play Three Card Poker

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Three card poker is a casino table game that is played against the dealer. It is played with a single deck and has two bets you can make on one hand. Since you can choose between...

How To Play Texas Holdem Bonus Poker

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Texas Holdem Bonus Poker is the casino's version of the classic poker game. Traditionally played against one or more other players, in the casino version, it is always played...

How to Play Texas Hold'em

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Texas Holdem has become the most popular form of poker played in casinos today. In this article you will find just an overview on how to play Texas Hold em, basic Texas Hold em...

How to Play Razz Poker

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Razz poker is a form of stud poker that is played ace to five low, meaning that it is played for a low hand rather than a high hand. Players are dealt 7 cards and must make the...

How To Play Pai Gow Poker

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Although there are a lot of other poker variants that originated outside of the US, there is only one that comes from China. It is called Pai Gow and is a fast-paced and fun...

How to Play Omaha Poker

Jul 13, 2018   |  
It goes without saying that Texas Hold ‘em is one of the most popular poker games in the world. There are a wide variety of other poker games though that can also be played...

How To Play Omaha 8 or Better

Jul 13, 2018   |  
This is a unique variation on Omaha poker. You will hear it called Omaha Hi/Lo, Omaha 08 or by its more popular title Omaha 8 or Better. If you know how to play Omaha poker then...

How To Play Let It Ride Poker

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Let It Ride poker is a fun casino poker game and the only one that will let you take back bets if you do not like your cards. Interestingly, this game was invented by Shuffle...

How to Play H.O.S.E. Poker

Jul 13, 2018   |  
H.O.S.E poker is a mixed poker game of four different variants of poker. All variants are played throughout the course of a game or tournament changing between variants during...

How to Play H.O.R.S.E

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Poker is a game that people get together and play all across the United States and Europe. There are many forms of poker, but mostly people love to get together and gamble with...

How To Play Five Card Draw

Jul 13, 2018   |  
5 Card Draw is the oldest form of true poker games, played notoriously throughout the ‘Old West’. Just about every poker variant in existence was derived from the game...

How to Play Caribbean Stud

Jul 13, 2018   |  
If you get tired of playing traditional poker games against other players, then maybe you should try your luck against the dealer. Caribbean poker is a casino card game that lets...

How To Play Badugi

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Badugi Poker is also known as Asian Poker. With this form of poker, you have to have the lowest Badugi. Originated in Korea, Badugi is played like Triple draw where the focus is...

How to Play 7 Card Stud Hi/Lo

Jul 13, 2018   |  
7 Card Stud Hi/Lo is an immensely popular variant of the original 7 Card Stud poker game, where there can actually be two winners splitting the pot – the Highest ranking...

How to Play 7 Card Stud

Jul 13, 2018   |  
7 Card Stud dates back to the days of the old west, often played by pioneers and outlaws in back alley bars and trading posts along the western trail of North America. 7 Card Stud...

How To Play 2-7 Triple Draw

Jul 13, 2018   |  
Since 2-7 Triple Draw starts out just like 2-7 Single Draw. The difference is an obvious one; in this variant you get three draws to get the lowest hand instead of one. 2-7...

How To Play 2-7 Single Draw

Jul 13, 2018   |  
In 2-7 single draw also known as lowball poker, you are dealt five cards face down, before placing your bets. The key difference between this lowball poker variant is that the Ace...

Casino Myths Undone

Sep 16, 2006   |   Frank Scoblete
Most people who are well read in casino gambling know that quite a few of the common myths gamblers have are mistaken. For example, slot machines do not have predetermined win...

Table Games: How Much Do You Need to Play? - Part 2

Aug 23, 2006   |   Frank Scoblete
Part 2 We continue with other Table Games, but first an introduction from Part 1. The math of gambling can tell us quite clearly what our average expected loss (or win) will be at...

Table Games: How Much Do You Need to Play? - Part 1

Jul 19, 2006   |   Frank Scoblete
The math of gambling can tell us quite clearly what our average expected loss (or win) will be at each and every game by plugging our betting levels into a very simple formula:...

Different Casinos, Different Rules

May 30, 2006   |   Frank Scoblete
The casino is like another country; it has its own rules, language and culture. Each table game is like a province in a country, with its own distinct dialects and mores. To not...

Playing Games With Superstitions

Mar 11, 2006   |   Mark Pilarski
Shooting Craps Dear Mark,When I shoot craps, I have the feeling that a hot roll will always be stopped by a change in the dealers, someone touching the dice, someone crowding the...

The Wheel Deal

Feb 21, 2006   |   Andrew MacDonald
Does it bother you that a significant part of the casino business is in decline and could take the careers of many executives down with it? Me too. A once-dominant aspect of a...

Table Rewards: Designing a Loyalty Program - part I

Feb 21, 2006   |   Andrew MacDonald
Recently I had the opportunity to build a table game loyalty program called Table Rewards. The basic idea behind any casino loyalty program is to make players feel good about...

Casino Player Rating Systems

Feb 21, 2006   |   Andrew MacDonald
Casino Player Rating Systems. by Andrew MacDonald Casino Player Rating Systems. From evolution to revolution. Years ago Casino Managers decided that they could stimulate play by...

Table Games emerges from the ashes!

Feb 21, 2006   |   Andrew MacDonald
The Empire Strikes Back. Table Games emerges from the ashes! Has it ever bothered you that a significant part of the casino business is in decline? Worried about being a dinosaur...

Table Games: Achieving double digit growth in a mature market?

Feb 21, 2006   |   Andrew MacDonald
For the first time in longer than I’d like to remember I have had the pleasure of managing a table game operation that is experiencing strong double-digit growth. Not by any...

Dealing with High Rollers

Feb 21, 2006   |   Andrew MacDonald
A roller coaster ride? How often in the last few years have we heard of a gaming company blaming lower than expected table game hold for its poor quarter or half year result?The...

New Table Games: Do we often kill what we try to create?

Feb 21, 2006   |   Andrew MacDonald
Introducing new table games onto the casino floor is one of the most perplexing tasks for any casino manager. Unless the game is well proven elsewhere, or there exists pent up...