Gaming Gurus: Strategy Expert Article Archive - Page 471

All-New Experience Awaits Guests at Empress

When Empress Casino Joliet returns to action on June 25 for the first time since the March 20 fire that destroyed the pavilion but left the barge undamaged, guests will be greeted by a casino destination that has been totally transformed. Not only has the casino been refurbished, complete with a 240-seat buffet, new high-limit gaming area, and state-of-the-art VIP lounge, the minute you make the turn into the property you'll notice changes for the better. "You'll still see the old marquee, but that'll be replaced with a new one as soon as we decide what the new build-out of this property is going to be," said Frank Quigley, vice-president and general manager, who was making reference to plans for the reconstruction of the pavilion. "There has been significant enhancement to the décor with a brand new landscaped island as you turn in, and all the old time 'dice', 'cards', and 'triple sevens' displays have been replaced with flower beds...read more

The ABCs of slot machines

Looking at gambling by the number is the usual way of going about things — house edges, payback percentages, odds. Let's do it by the letters for a change, with some ABCs of slot machines. A is for Adaptive Gaming, the WMS Gaming line that starts with Star Trek...read more

Can a penny machine pay off better than a quarter machine?

In the old days, it was public knowledge that dollar slots paid better than quarters and quarters paid better than nickels. Where do the multi-denomination machines fit in? My boyfriend and I like the Life of Luxury machines. We typically play 40 or 60 nickels...read more

Casinos ban dice setting

Dear Frank: Lately, I've begun to notice some animosity against dice setters. The SunCoast as much as told me I couldn't play craps there . . . accused me of not hitting the back wall, which was patently untrue. They're a lot more fun when you're losing...read more

Frank Scoblete presents: A question about odds follow-up by Skinny

The poster I wrote about last month had a follow-up question. Here is that question along with my response. Hi Skinny, Thanks for responding. The response was very well written. I figured the HA would still take over on the dp/dc and you would still lose 1.36% regardless of the five count...read more

Blackjack card counting 101 - part 2

In my previous article, I discussed the mechanics of card counting. In this article, I'll review additional important concepts that card counters need to understand to be successful. Bankroll Fluctuation Accurate card counting will give you about a 1 percent long-term edge over the casino in most games...read more

Iskoe's teaser, totals study; Lawrence's FB playbook hot

Two of the most popular proposition bets for football handicappers are teasers and totals, and each year Andy Iskoe of Logical Approach produces the finest computer analysis ever for these props, showing how each NFL team and all teams do, year by year, for three years or six years...read more

Controlled shooting's critics

By now most craps players have heard of the Golden Touch Craps dice control classes where we teach players how to develop a controlled dice throw geared to giving them influence over the dice and an edge over the house. While some craps players think that controlled shooting is the same as "dice setting," nothing could be further from the truth...read more

World Casino Championships adds a 10th tournament!

Frank Scoblete's World Casino Championships to be held at the Clarion Hotel and Suites in Las Vegas on August 14, 15 and 16 has added a 10th tournament to its schedule. There are now tournaments in craps, slots, blackjack, baccarat and pai gow poker, plus a 10th one. According to best-selling author Frank Scoblete, "This 10th tournament is going to be a mystery until we reveal it at the World Casino Championships...read more

Legal Betting on Sports Is a Longshot

In spite of the talk among gaming and sports enthusiasts that surfaces every now and then, the possibility of legalized betting on college and professional games at some point in the future is a real long shot. The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 banned sports betting in the United States...read more