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John G. Brokopp Gaming Guru - Page 57  Time Is Money When You Play Craps1 March 2000
The game of craps is arguably the most volatile of all casino games. Small fortunes can be won in a relatively short period of time by high rollers when the dice are hot. Even players with modest bankrolls and conservative methods of play can take handsome advantage of a fortuitous roll. On the flip ... (read more)
Brokopp Brims Craps Crew's Coffers22 February 2000
How's this for an oddity? Not long ago, after buying into a five-dollar craps game aboard the Northern Star at Harrah's Joliet for a hundred dollars and playing for nearly two hours, I found myself only a few bucks ahead but very happy for not having lost. I had played even for most of the session and ... (read more)
Vegas Cheat Erodes Public Confidence in Slot Machines15 February 2000
In spite of all the security precautions taken by casinos to ensure the integrity of their games, in spite of the video surveillance cameras that monitor every inch of the gaming floors, in spite of the personnel that scrutinize everyone and everything that goes on, somebody found a way to beat the system. ... (read more)
Casino Gaming Quiz & Answers8 February 2000
Got your casino gambling thinking caps on? Take this casino gaming quiz. Here we go: On a Red, White, & Blue Sevens slot machine, which of the following left-to-right series of symbols on a 3-reel machine is a loser? Blank - Blank - Blank Red Seven - Double White Bars - Blue Seven Red Seven - White ... (read more)
Game Plan for a Valentine's Weekend Casino Date1 February 2000
Do you have plans to take your Valentine on a date to a riverboat casino destination this Valentine's weekend? It certainly could be an exciting way to spend some time with that special someone. After all, not too many years ago the only way to experience Las Vegas style action was Las Vegas itself! Today there are nine locations in the Chicago-area from which to choose. ... (read more)
Casino Gaming Quiz25 January 2000
Got your casino gambling thinking caps on? Take this casino gaming quiz. Here we go: On a Red, White, & Blue Sevens slot machine, which of the following left-to-right series of symbols on a 3-reel machine is a loser? Blank - Blank - Blank Red Seven - Double White Bars - Blue Seven Red Seven - White ... (read more)
A Slot Machine By Any Other Name....11 January 2000
Have you noticed the difference in the way slot machines are marketed? Gone is the emphasis on traditional reel slots with game formats that vary in appearance but are pretty much standard in substance. The popular trend now is video display terminals, games within games, multiple-coin spin formats, and most predominant of all, licensing agreements with game manufacturers and television shows. ... (read more)
New Year's Resolutions27 December 1999
With New Year's just a few days away, it's time to think about starting a fresh slate of casino gaming adventures. With that in mind, I Resolve To… Stick to my budget for each gaming session Be happy with a modest profit DON'T put it all back in the machine Tell the craps dealer "Take Me Down" ... (read more)
Taking Blackjack To Its Highest Plateau16 December 1999
As we have discovered, casino executives have gone to extraordinary measures to stifle blackjack players from beating them at their own game. They're not worried about people who don't know how to play the game (but still do). Such folks are welcomed to the tables with open arms. They don't even concern themselves with basic strategy players. ... (read more)
Casinos Listen To Constructive Criticism2 December 1999
If you've ever figured that voicing your opinion to management about an unpleasant experience falls on deaf ears, a conversation with Patt Medchill, senior vice-president of casino operations and marketing for the Hollywood Casino in Aurora, Ill., will restore your confidence in quality customer service. ... (read more)
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