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Here Comes the Hot Stepper: AGS Unveils its First Mechanical Stepper and More at IGA 2024

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April 3, 2024

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AGS, a global gaming supplier of high-performing slot, table, and interactive products, steps into a new vertical as it unveils its first mechanical reel cabinet among a diverse lineup of new products at the 2024 Indian Gaming Association (“IGA”) trade show in Anaheim, CA.

AGS is set to sizzle with a stunning array of new products, from mesmerizing slot hardware and cutting-edge core and premium games to its ultra-reliable card shufflers, award-winning table progressives, and growing library of online games.

Where Nostalgia and Modern Technology Collide

At IGA in booth 460, AGS transcends time with the highly anticipated launch of its classic Revel cabinet. Featuring traditional stepper elements reminiscent of gaming’s golden age, Revel transports players back in time with its authentic jackpot bell, mechanical arm-pull, and champagne gold accents. The classic-meets-modern cabinet seamlessly interlaces approachable modern touches such as game-state controlled reel LED lights and a vivid 4K high-definition video paytable display, all framed by AGS’ iconic twinkling eclipse lighting. The combination of these features sets the framework for AGS to offer unmatched three-reel games, including the first four mechanical stepper games premiering at IGA: Triple Treasure, Liberty Diamond, Flaming Reels, and Diamond Reels.

Heavy-Hitters Stepping Up to the Plate

But that’s not all – AGS will reveal new core and premium games to support its recently launched Spectra UR49 and Spectra UR43 Premium form factors, including the Triple Coin Treasures Gold brand extension from the award-winning Triple Coin Treasures® games and the trending Bacon Riches games displayed on the chart-topping Spectra UR43 portrait cabinet.

The Crescendo of Online Gaming

AGSi, AGS’ Interactive division, is making waves in the online gaming world, earning the number two spot in the most recent Eilers-Fantini Online Game Performance Report and picking up momentum leading into IGA with its successful cross-channel debut of Rakin’ Bacon Odyssey® in New Jersey and its expansion with multiple operator partners in West Virginia. AGSi continues executing on its game roadmap with new high-performing real-money online games released into the market–most recently earning five spots per the March ‘24 Eilers-Fantini Online Game Performance 25 New Top Game Ranks: Platinum 8X8X8X (#2), AGSi’s interactive-first game Double Shamrock (#14), Rakin’ Bacon Deluxe® Golden Blessings® (#16), Gold Inferno® (#21), and Mine Blast (#25).

Bringing Industry-Leading Innovations to the Table

AGS’ single-deck shuffler, Pax S® will be on display at IGA. Its unmatched reliability provides operators with more optionality, and its hassle-free setup has made it possible to quickly go live in over 65 casinos across 20 states and provinces since first launching in 2022. In addition, AGS’ award-winning side bet progressive system Bonus Spin Xtreme continues to create celebratory jackpots by linking all table games on a floor and recently awarded its highest progressive jackpot to date of over $1.5 million. The Tables division continues to innovate on the popular progressive system and will showcase an added high-hand option to operators looking to award players for high-ranking hands.

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GGPoker sets $300m guarantee for 2026 GG World Festival series

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1 hour ago

April 16, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Online poker festival runs May 3 to June 9 and includes a $3m leaderboard plus three $10m guaranteed flagship events.

GGPoker has announced the return of its GG World Festival tournament series, set to run from May 3 through June 9, 2026. The operator said the schedule will offer $300,000,000 in guaranteed prizes across the series, up from the $250m guarantee it offered last year.

The festival is split into four buy-in tiers: Low ($3–$25), Medium ($26–$150), High ($151–$1,050) and Super ($1,051+). GGPoker said the series will include hundreds of tournaments over five weeks.

GGPoker is also bringing back its festival leaderboard with $3,000,000 in additional prizes across the four tiers: $300K (Low), $700K (Medium), $1M (High) and $1M (Super).

Three events will anchor the schedule, each with a $10,000,000 guarantee: the $525 World Bounty Festival (Day 2) on May 18, the $10,000 GGMillion$ Main Event (Day 2) on May 25, and the $1,500 GG World Championship (Day 2) on June 1.

“Last year we set the bar at $250 million, and the community response was legendary,” said Daniel Negreanu, GGPoker Global Ambassador. “But at GGPoker, we don’t just want to meet expectations; we want to smash them over and over again. This year, we’re going to $300 million. Whether you’re playing a $3 Low Tier tournament or the $10K GGMillion$ Main Event, you’re part of the biggest thing to ever happen in online poker. This is the stage where legends are made.”

Relevant data as follows:

GG World Festival page on GGPoker: https://ggpoker.com/tournaments/ggpoker-world-festival Primary source for dates, schedule structure and guarantees referenced in the article.
GGPoker tournaments hub: https://ggpoker.com/tournaments/ Supporting context on GGPoker’s tournament offerings and satellite qualifiers mentioned in the release.
GGPoker homepage: https://ggpoker.com/ Company reference link for readers seeking broader operator information.

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GGPoker Shatters Records with Monumental $300M-Guaranteed GG World Festival

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April 16, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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The world’s biggest online poker series returns with a history-making prize pool, $3M leaderboard, and three $10M flagship events

GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, today announces the return of the GG World Festival, the richest tournament series in the history of online poker. Running from May 3 through June 9, this year’s festival features a staggering $300,000,000 in guaranteed prizes, the largest total guarantee ever offered in a single online series, eclipsing last year’s record-setting $250M prize pool.

The 2026 edition of the GG World Festival has been designed by poker players, for poker players, with hundreds of individual tournaments running over five action-packed weeks. To ensure players of all bankrolls can participate in the record-breaking action, the schedule is divided into four buy-in tiers:

Low Tier: $3 – $25 buy-in
Medium Tier: $26 – $150 buy-in
High Tier: $151 – $1,050 buy-in
Super Tier: $1,051+ buy-in

In addition to the massive tournament guarantees, the GG World Festival Leaderboard returns with $3,000,000 in extra prizes, rewarding the most consistent performers across all four tiers throughout the series ($300K in prizes for the Low Tier Leaderboard, $700K for the Medium Tier Leaderboard, $1M in prizes for the High Tier Leaderboard and $1M in prizes for the Super Tier Leaderboard).

2026 Festival Highlights

The series is anchored by three marquee events, each boasting a $10,000,000 prize guarantee:

May 18 – $525 World Bounty Festival [Day 2] – $10M GTD: The fan-favorite format where any knockout could lead to a massive, life-changing mystery bounty
May 25 – $10,000 GGMillion$ Main Event [Day 2] – $10M GTD: The premier high-stakes showdown, attracting the world’s elite players and “Super Tier” specialists
June 1 – $1,500 GG World Championship [Day 2] – $10M GTD: The ultimate test of skill, crowning the 2026 champion with a massive eight-figure prize pool

“Last year we set the bar at $250 million, and the community response was legendary,” said Daniel Negreanu, GGPoker Global Ambassador. “But at GGPoker, we don’t just want to meet expectations; we want to smash them over and over again. This year, we’re going to $300 million. Whether you’re playing a $3 Low Tier tournament or the $10K GGMillion$ Main Event, you’re part of the biggest thing to ever happen in online poker. This is the stage where legends are made.”

Players can qualify for festival events through an extensive schedule of satellites and promotions at GGPoker. New players can also jump into the action with the GGPoker Welcome Bonus and the Honeymoon for Newcomers promotion.

For more information about this year’s GG World Festival, please visit: ggpoker.com/tournaments/ggpoker-world-festival

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Plaza adds Monday Night RAW ticket raffle to WrestleMania 42 viewing party

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23 hours ago

April 15, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Downtown Las Vegas casino also brings in WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam for a live Q&A on April 18.

Plaza Hotel & Casino will host WrestleMania 42 viewing parties on April 18 and April 19 in its showroom in downtown Las Vegas, adding a ticket giveaway for WWE Monday Night RAW on the second night.

The casino said all guests attending the Sunday, April 19 viewing party can enter a free raffle to win two tickets to Monday Night RAW on Monday, April 20 at T-Mobile Arena, seated in one of the venue’s premier Loge Boxes.

On Saturday, April 18, the Plaza will feature WWE Hall of Fame wrestler Rob Van Dam (RVD) as a special guest. The property said RVD—also billed as “Mr. Monday Night”—will lead a live Q&A at 1:30 p.m. ahead of the WrestleMania 42 start time at 3 p.m., and will be available for autographs and photo ops.

Both events are 21+ and run in the Plaza showroom, with doors opening at 1 p.m. and the viewing party starting at 3 p.m. The Plaza said it will offer drink specials and buckets of beer priced at $30 for domestic brands and $35 for imported.

Tickets with seat selection are priced at $40 per person (plus fees and taxes), according to the casino, with details and purchasing available via the Plaza’s website.

Relevant data as follows:

Plaza Hotel & Casino WrestleMania viewing party details: https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/entertainment/wrestlemania-viewing-party/ Primary source for ticketing, schedule, and pricing referenced in the article.
WWE Monday Night RAW: https://www.wwe.com/shows/raw Official WWE show page to support the RAW reference and event context.
T-Mobile Arena events calendar: https://www.t-mobilearena.com/events Venue source to corroborate event location and provide broader event context.
Plaza Hotel & Casino: https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/ Company homepage for readers seeking more information on the property hosting the viewing parties.

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