Gambling in the USA
Here Comes the Hot Stepper: AGS Unveils its First Mechanical Stepper and More at IGA 2024
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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Clark County
Clark County residents can bring a friend for free to next week’s Super Bingo $160,000 tournament at the Plaza Hotel & Casino, May 6-8
Home to downtown Las Vegas’ only bingo room, the Plaza Hotel & Casino is offering Clark County, Nevada residents who register to play in next week’s Super Bingo tournament the opportunity to bring a friend for free.
Happening Monday, May 6 through Wednesday, May 8 in the Plaza’s expansive ballroom, Super Bingo is expected to draw nearly 1,000 people from the local Las Vegas valley and across the country and Canada for the opportunity to win big playing fun-filled games of bingo over two days, with a $50,000 super coverall both days while socializing with like-minded bingo players.
Bingo-only registration is $160 per person, and Clark County residents who register can bring a friend for free. Registration is available online at https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/bingo/super-bingo-registration/. Hotel-and-bingo packages start at $300 for a four-night stay with no resort fee.
All Super Bingo players receive one 6-on paper pack for both days, two daubers, free drinks via an open bar at all sessions, boxed lunch both days, and $10 in free slot play after the first day’s session.
The Plaza’s Bingo room offers six daily bingo sessions at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. and is located on the 3rd floor. By parking on the third floor of the Plaza’s self-parking garage, guests have convenient and direct access to the Plaza’s bingo room and parking is validated for bingo players.
Gambling in the USA
Kambi Group plc extends Mohegan partnership with on-property sports betting agreement in Pennsylvania
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the world’s trusted sports betting partner, has agreed a long-term on-property sportsbook partnership with Mohegan to provide its award-winning sportsbook at two retail locations in the state of Pennsylvania.
The partnership will see Mohegan utilise Kambi’s cutting-edge retail sportsbook offering across more than 20 kiosks in sportsbook locations at Mohegan Pennsylvania and Mohegan Pennsylvania at Lehigh Valley Race and Sportsbook.
The deal further strengthens Kambi’s relationship with Mohegan, which already utilises Kambi’s suite of sports betting products at ilani in Washington, as well as online and on-property in the Canadian province of Ontario at Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara.
Kristian Nylén, Kambi CEO and Co-founder, said: “With several successful partnerships with Mohegan already in place, we are pleased to agree this new partnership as we continue to build on our strong relationship.
“This latest deal further reinforces Kambi’s position as the sportsbook provider of choice for tribes across North America, and we look forward to our ongoing collaboration with Mohegan.”
Tony Carlucci, President & GM of Mohegan Pennsylvania, said: “Mohegan Pennsylvania is excited to continue utilising the same Kambi technology platform that existed under our Kindred partnership, which will help to create a seamless process as the Sportsbook at Mohegan Pennsylvania fully rebrands later this Spring.”
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