Gaming Gurus: Strategy Expert Article Archive - Page 841

A Shuffle through the Gaming Mailbag

Q. Now that Mayor Daley has changed positions again and says he wants a casino for Chicago, what do you think? Is a casino in Chicago owned by the city and state a good idea? A.A., via e-mail A...read more

Top Slot Reviews #5

We continue our Top 200 Slot reviews and descriptions with a salute to the Aussie slot maker--Aristocrat. Not only can we appreciate their presentation of colorful characters and graphics, but we also learn more about the land of OZ through the exploration of these versions...read more

Winning a Jackpot Dispute in Mississippi

Picture this: You put in three dollars into a progressive jackpot slot machine in Biloxi, Mississippi. You pull the handle and the reels spin. Suddenly they stop, with jackpot symbols lined up on the payline. Bells ring and lights flash...read more

The Midnight Skulker Reviews

One of the nice things about reviewing a textbook (as opposed to a work of fiction) is that I do not have to worry about revealing too much of the plot, thereby ruining the story for other readers. This review will therefore consist of five mini-reviews, one for each major part of the book, followed by an overall summary. Part 1: Getting Started This section is a detailed review of the bets offered on a standard bank craps table...read more

I've Got More Winners' Photos!

The Atlantis Casino Resort in Reno has joined into the fun this week. You can go see the latest winners, photos and all on the Reno Gaming Guide. You can also find photos of winners from the Silver Legacy too.....read more

Scobe's Quick Tips: #4 and #5

Scobe's Quick Tip #4: Don't be shy! If you have been playing a table game for an hour or so at red or green chip levels, most casinos will jump at the chance to reward your play with a free buffet or restaurant comp...read more

Cruise Ship Winnings - IRS

I'm a retired senior citizen. While on a 7 day cruise, I hit a $1600 jackpot on the cruise ship slot machine and they issued me a W-2G form. We were in neutral waters off the coast of Canada. The cruise ship is registered in the Bahamas and sails from Seattle...read more

The Mechanics of Playing Bingo

Last week I began a discussion of bingo and the new opportunities that exist for people to play the game online. As is the case with all games of chance, it's important to know what you're up against when you play. Bingo cards consist of 24 numbers and a "free spot" arranged in a square of five rows and five columns...read more

It could happen to you — and then again, probably not

Dear Mark,You always recommend making wagers that have less than a 2% house advantage. Okay, sound logic, but why is it that a gambler can still win, even on games like keno or those big slot jackpots when the Law of Averages says they won't? William R...read more

Are You Overestimating Your Chances of a Hit?

How often, at video poker, have you started with what you thought a strong four cards to a straight, flush, or straight flush, then got zonked? Probably enough to wonder whether something you said to a slot attendant had the casino tightening the payout screws. There are no such screws, of course...read more