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John G. Brokopp Gaming Guru - Page 26  Craps Isn't as Complicated as It Looks7 June 2006
Have you ever watched a craps game during a casino outing and wished you knew how to play? The game can appear very intimidating and the layout can look very complicated, factors which prevent many people from getting up enough nerve to step up to the table and get into the game.
Craps really is not as complicated as it looks. ... (read more)
Taking Advantage of Key Blackjack Playing Situations24 May 2006
Those who play blackjack according to the principles of basic strategy maximize their potential to have a profitable session because they drastically reduce the house edge.
The more incorrect decisions you make and the more favorable situations you fail to capitalize on during the ... (read more)
Poor Blackjack Strategy Fattens Up Casino Profits17 May 2006
It's a well known fact in gambling circles that blackjack players who adhere to the principles of basic strategy can keep the house advantage on the game to under two percent, making it one of the best games to play.
Then how does one account for the fact that "hold" (casino win) on blackjack ... (read more)
More Mysteries with Multi-Denomination Slots10 May 2006
I've always found it curious that even though gamblers may wager in $2 increments on multi-denomination slot machines at some properties in Illinois, there is no summary of activity for $2 machines included in Illinois Gaming Board's monthly reports at any casino in the Chicago area.
The lone exception statewide is the Casino Queen in East St. ... (read more)
Multi-Denomination Slots Create Accounting Problems3 May 2006
The increasing popularity of multi-denomination slots is no doubt a convenience for players who no longer have to search for a machine that fits their gambling budget. At the touch of a button you can select the credit value you wish to play, be it nickel/dime/quarter, quarter/half-dollar/dollar, ... (read more)
White Linen and Green Felt Make a Perfect Pair19 April 2006
If the only dining experience you associate with a casino outing is a buffet, you're in for a pleasant surprise with a visit to any one of the fine dining restaurants at the casino destinations in the greater Chicago area.
Even if you're not inclined to gamble but still enjoy a wonderful meal in elegant surroundings at exceptional value, you simply just can't lose. ... (read more)
Stakes and Steaks Are Great in Northwest Indiana12 April 2006
The casino destinations in Northwest Indiana have a lot more to offer than just gambling. Each of them, over the course of a decade, has broadened their entertainment horizons, especially when it comes to dining.
The signature restaurants at the four properties are comparable to any fine dining ... (read more)
The Lowdown on New Jackpot Party Progressive Slots5 April 2006
WMS Gaming's new Jackpot Party multi-tier mystery progressive video game has become one of the most popular slots at casinos around the country, including properties in the Chicago area.
The main attraction is the bonus game, which players enter when the familiar "Jackpot Party" symbol appears at any time during the course of play on the fifth reel. ... (read more)
New Blue Chip Casino Deals Gamblers a Royal Flush29 March 2006
A visit to the new Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City is as close to a Las Vegas-style gambling experience that you will find in the greater Chicago area.
That's the impression this columnist came away with following the January 31 grand opening of the $170 million vessel, which ... (read more)
A Different Class of Gambling22 March 2006
If you ever play slot machines or video poker at a Native American casino, there's an important question you must have answered before you gamble your money: What "class" of electronic gaming devices (EGD) are being used at the property?
The question is important because of the ... (read more)
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