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John G. Brokopp Gaming Guru - Page 25  New Game Capitalizes on WSOP Popularity16 August 2006
A new game with a popular theme that resonates boldly with gamblers and at the same time introduces the bonus round concept to video poker play is now available.
World Series of Poker (WSOP) branded machines featuring a "Final Table Bonus" that WMS Gaming rolled out at last year's ... (read more)
Top Ten Tips for Recreational Gamblers9 August 2006
Want to have more fun on your casino outings? Better yet, would you like to increase your chances of having profitable sessions? Here are 10 simple rules to follow:
Adhere to the principles of sound money management. Don't allow your money to lose its value the minute you set foot in the casino. ... (read more)
More Protocol Guidelines for Casino Play2 August 2006
Being knowledgeable about the rules of the games in casinos doesn't always mean a player is familiar with proper protocol. Good manners can be just as important as good strategy when it comes to making a gambling outing an enjoyable experience. Today, slot and blackjack play receive the black tie treatment. ... (read more)
Playing Etiquette Applies to Casino Gambling26 July 2006
You wouldn't drive off the tee while another foursome was still on the fairway, nor would you make your approach on the bowling lane at the same time the player to your right was lining up a shot.
Proper playing protocol counts in casino gambling, too. Knowing how to play the games isn't enough. There are ... (read more)
Mosaic at Harrah's Joliet Raises the Bar for Casino Dining19 July 2006
Rest assured that the Greater Chicago gambling market has come of age when a master chef of the stature of Rick Bayless appears as part of the grand opening celebration for a new casino restaurant.
But then, Mosaic at Harrah's Joliet Casino & Hotel is not just another restaurant. It's a delightfully ... (read more)
Insider Answers Questions about Video Slots12 July 2006
The entertainment value that gamblers derive from playing video slots makes this genre of games extremely popular. The fact you can invest dollars per spin on penny and nickel games also makes them an expensive betting proposition.
Short of having access to proprietary information ... (read more)
Resorts Senior VP & GM Looks Back on First Year5 July 2006
The casino destination in East Chicago, Indiana, celebrated its first anniversary under the Resorts International brand in April. The property's senior vice-president and general manager, Joseph DeRosa, took time from his busy schedule to sit down with The Thrifty Gambler and talk about some of ... (read more)
More to Video Slots Than Meets the Eye28 June 2006
This columnist should be last in line to send up caution flags about playing multi-line video slots. On a recent trip to Las Vegas while playing a WMS Gaming "Pyramid of Kings" cascading reels penny machine at Sam's Town, I lined up the jackpot symbols and collected $2,500 on a line pay for a ... (read more)
A Lesson from the Dark Side of Craps21 June 2006
The vast majority of gamblers who play craps bet that the dice will pass. In other words, they hope that the shooter will make the point before rolling a seven.
But there is another dimension to the game known as betting the "Don't", sometimes referred to as the "dark side" of this fascinating table game. ... (read more)
Conservative Play Can Backfire14 June 2006
Being a fiscal conservative when it comes to playing casino games has always served me well, but there are rare occasions when it can backfire.
Here's what being a conservative player means to me: If I buy into a table game with $100, my first goal is to win $50. If I pass that hurdle, I'll play with my $50 profit and push my original investment aside. ... (read more)
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