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John G. Brokopp Gaming Guru - Page 11  Developing "Incredible" Slot Machines13 May 2009
Any one who has ever been to a lounge, pub or arcade has probably seen or even played the popular video games Golden Tee Golf, Silver Strike Bowling, and Target Toss Pro (Bags and Lawn Darts).
What you may not have observed is that all of those titles were created by a ... (read more)
Blackjack Player an Ace at Tracking Cards and Running Track6 May 2009
It really wasn't that long ago that Ryan Board, a native of Crown Point, Indiana who now makes his home in downstate Illinois, was making a name for himself as a star athlete in track and field at North Central College in Naperville.
He was an all-American in the 10,000 meter run ... (read more)
Grand Victoria's New Poker Room Is a Hit29 April 2009
The new live poker room at the Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin has only been open for seven weeks, but already the addition has earned the support and favor of players from around the Chicago area.
It debuted on Feb. 18 with three tables in a dedicated area on the lower level of the casino. ... (read more)
Devestated by Loss, Empress GM Looks to the Future22 April 2009
That fateful Friday, March 20 fire was still fresh in the mind of Empress Casino Joliet, Illinois general manager Frank Quigley when I sat down to speak with him about what's going to happen at the property in the wake of the total destruction of the pavilion.
"Once the firefighters saw that the pavilion ... (read more)
Versatile Actor/Comedian Brad Garrett's Poker Face15 April 2009
When Brad Garrett brings his stand-up comedy routine to the stage, he brings his poker face along for the ride.
Garrett is a tremendous fan of the game and has been since his early 20's. You may have seen him on TV in one of his many celebrity poker tournament appearances, but he has also been ... (read more)
Random Thoughts about Playing Video Poker8 April 2009
Video poker is generally perceived as a "beatable" casino game over the long run if expert strategy is used playing an optimum pay table.
The very nature of the game makes this possible, given the fact cards are randomly dealt from a virtual deck. There are precise mathematical ... (read more)
Smart Play Makes Casino Outings More Fun1 April 2009
All games should be played using the best strategies to help you come out a winner. This is especially true for casino games because of the fact your hard-earned money is at stake.
Here are a few pointers for beginners and casual casino-goers to keep in mind the next time they tackle the slots or give the ... (read more)
16 Isn't So Sweet at the Blackjack Table25 March 2009
There's something about being dealt a hard (no ace) two-card 16 (10/6, 9/7) that makes me feel uneasy at the blackjack table. It's the hand I'm most uncomfortable with, no matter what the dealer is showing for an up-card.
Basic strategy dictates that you stand when the dealer's card is a deuce through 6, and hit when it's a 7 or higher. ... (read more)
Traditional Blackjack Under Siege in Las Vegas18 March 2009
If you enjoy playing blackjack the good old-fashioned way, here's a letter from a reader who sounds a word of warning:
I was chagrined over Super Bowl weekend in Vegas to see how many blackjack tables in town now either have those awful continuous-shuffling machines, or only pay 6 to 5 for a blackjack. ... (read more)
Two Rules to Follow Lead the Way to Smart Gambling11 March 2009
Have you ever fallen into the trap of playing a slot machine longer than you had intended? In all likelihood, it happened because you were waiting for "just one more bonus round" on one of the video games that have taken over casino floors nationwide.
There's no doubt about it; interactive bonus and free spin rounds are the new carrot-on-a-stick for slot players. ... (read more)
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