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Casinos in Pennsylvania Can Now Return to Full Capacity

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Memorial Day 2021 might be a big day for casinos in Pennsylvania. Operators within this jurisdiction were beset by the state’s orders issued on Memorial Day 2020.

The casinos were forced to shut down operations in a bid to contain the spread of the notorious coronavirus. However, according to statements made by Governor Wolf, the PA state government will be lifting all Covid-19 related restrictions apart from mask-wearing.

Governor Tom Wolf recently made a statement that PA casinos can resume 100% operations on Memorial Day. With the ban on restaurants and bars being lifted, the industry expects to witness a significant turnabout.

Review the map of Pennsylvania casinos found here. Then you could decide whether to promote the companies now that they’re back in business.

Philly Set to Review State Plan
After the Governor’s statement concerning the lift of Covid-19 bans in the state, Philadelphia Health Commissioner Thomas Farley didn’t confirm whether the City of Philadelphia would follow suit. But, according to him, the Commission will have to review the state plan before giving a green light.

These statements from Farley triggered a violent reaction from the City’s council members. The furious council members argued that they are counting on the Farley’s reopening the City because Live Casino Philadelphia and Rivers Casino Philadelphia are within the City’s boundaries. As such, they are bound by the Commission’s rules.

There Lacks Absolute Certainty
You will realize that the operative word in these statements is “can.” Following last year’s closure of casinos in Pennsylvania for a hundred days, the PA Gaming Board released Covid-19 protocols for reopening.

However, with Wolf allowing these casinos to resume 100% operation, it remains unclear what the operators will do in light of added safety and health measures the gaming board put in place.

With many residents getting vaccinated and brick-and-mortar casinos resuming operation at 100% capacity, they have already begun hiring personnel. Valley Forge Casino was the first to hold a job fair. Other casinos in Pennsylvania have followed suit, with most posting job advertisements on social media.

Pennsylvania Casino Revenue Plunged in 2020
In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, PA casinos witnessed a total of 1,500 closure days, about a third of the number of days they would have run normally cumulatively. With revenue from land-based casinos plummeting by about half, casino revenues in PA were bound to drop.

The State Gaming Control Board reported that fantasy sports operators and all the land-based casinos in the state generated a total of $2.65 billion last year, a significant (22%) drop from 2019’s year’s $3 billion collected from 12 casinos.

Land-Based Casinos Rebuild
At this point, it is worth noting that Pennsylvania is the second-largest gaming and gambling industry in the U.S after Nevada. The margin between these two states has grown wider since casinos in Nevada were legally allowed to offer full-scale iGaming services during the pandemic.

With the closure of brick-and-mortar wagering houses, gamblers turned to online casinos. These virtual casinos collected a gross iGaming revenue of slightly above half a billion dollars in 2020. However, since interactive iGaming platforms went live in mid-2019, there was no year-to-year comparison.

Wolf’s closure of brick-and-mortar casinos began in March last year, and gradual reopening commenced in June. By that time, the gaming revenue had dropped significantly. Table games and slots from developers like Relax Gaming generated a revenue of $1.86 billion last year. That was a 43% drop ($1.4 billion) from $3.26 billion gross gaming revenue recorded in 2019.

In light of the current developments, PA land-based casinos are getting ready to get back into business at full capacity. Pennsylvania National Gaming, the oldest operator in PA, will be launching two more venues, one in Morgantown and the other in York, later this year. According to the casino’s Q1 2021 report, it is currently experiencing high demand across the nationwide portfolio.

PA Residents Expected to Keep their Masks On
Wolf made it clear that lifting the bans did not mean that residents can return to the streets without wearing masks. Despite being vaccinated already, residents are expected to wear their mask when walking into land-based casinos.

The Governor says that he will lift the mandatory mask wearing order after 70% of the adults in the state has been vaccinated. According to the state Department of Health, about 50.1% of the adults had received at least one dose of the Covid-19 jab by May 6. In addition, 32.2% of the adults are fully vaccinated by taking a single dose of Johnson & Johnson or two Pfizer or Moderna vaccines doses.

The state department of health continues to make progress in the fight against Covid-19. With the evolving CDC guidance and more residents getting vaccinated, the state is committed to seeing its reopening efforts come to fruition.

However, the health agency is still calling upon Pennsylvanians to take all the necessary steps required to eradicate Covid-19, which means masking, social distancing, sanitizing, frequent hand washing and receiving vaccines.

Some Casinos are Enduring Better than Others
While not a single PA casino has managed to match pre-Covid revenue performance, the experience is different for each operator. In March, for instance, the statewide plunge in table and slots revenue from 2019 for casinos that had been in operation for at least two years was 21.5%, but Meadows went down 35.8%, Wind Creek 32,8%, and Mohegan Sun 13.9%.

McCraken and Frabbiele, two casinos on the opposite sides of Pennsylvania, both reported that part of their problems had to do with being in close proximity with other states that had adopted less restrictive measures. Meadows is also facing new competition from Live! Pittsburgh, a young but promising casino.

With the state allowing PA casinos to drop the 6-foot social distancing order and the resumption of full operation on May 31, operators within the state are filled with hope. According to state statistics, about 5,000 slot machines were not in operation as of March 2021 compared with March 2019.

The number of table game players had also been reduced from six to three. Casino executives suggest that cautious players be allowed to sit at a reserved table with three seats while others play on 6-player tables.
To surmise, PA casino operators need to be fully aware that the post-Covid world remains undefined.

George Miller (Gyorgy Molnar) started his career in content marketing and has started working as an Editor/Content Manager for our company in 2016. George has acquired many experiences when it comes to interviews and newsworthy content becoming Head of Content in 2017. He is responsible for the news being shared on multiple websites that are part of the European Gaming Media Network.

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Casino Kings Knocks Out Partnership with Boxing Powerhouse BoxNation

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Two titans of entertainment are joining forces! UK-licensed casino and sportsbook, Casino Kings, and the legendary boxing platform, BoxNation, have announced a dynamic new partnership, set to deliver a knockout blow of exclusive content, promotions and responsible betting experiences for fans. Becoming their official boxing betting partner, Casino Kings is stepping into the ring with one of the most respected names in the fight game, promising fans a ringside seat to even better betting.

This isn’t just a bell ringing for another sponsorship deal; it’s a knockout partnership designed to bring you closer to the action than ever before. Casino Kings branding will be engrained into the boxing industry, prominent across BoxNation’s popular YouTube channel through branding and content, where the biggest names and personalities in boxing step into the spotlight for exclusive interviews.

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Given BoxNation’s powerful presence in the boxing arena and Casino Kings’ reputation as a premier UK online casino and sports betting platform, this partnership is bound to be a knockout you won’t want to miss.

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Week 17/2025 slot games releases

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming

PG Soft has let its creative juices flow with its brand new title, Doomsday Rampage. As doomsday descends to plunge the world into chaos, players must navigate their way through a ruined city in search of three missing power clamps that hold the key to humanity’s last hope. Doomsday Rampage is a 5-reel, 1-row video slot featuring a three-level multiplier wheel with multipliers up to x100.

 

Spinomenal has released its tropical-themed game Majestic Lemur as part of its Wildlife series. The 5×3 reel frame is set against a picturesque beach backdrop, with clear blue waters, palm trees, wooden huts, and distant misty mountains. A light-hearted tropical soundtrack gives the game an exotic feel as players hunt for payouts.

 

Relax Gaming is pulling off the ultimate heist for cash in its heart-racing new release Cash in Transit. This highly volatile 5×4 slot sees players join a cunning gang of thieves in the City of London, attempting to commit the ultimate crime and get away with prizes worth up to 10,000x. The action begins when three or more Bonus Symbols land, unlocking the game’s Bonus Reels.

 

Evoplay has launched Lava Burst, a high-volatility slot packed with exciting features to boost player engagement. Played on a 4×3 grid, the game’s core mechanics are the Bonus Game and Ultra Bonus Game. Both begin with three spins, and each new symbol that lands reset the counter. The round continues until all 12 positions are filled or no spins remain.

 

Galaxsys is pleased to introduce Funny Faces: Hoglet Moglet, a cheerful and dynamic slot game designed to bring smiles and entertaining gameplay to players. Packed with playful animations, quirky characters, and unique bonuses, this new title adds a fresh and fun spin to the company’s ever-growing slot portfolio.

 

BGaming is serving up a delectable treat with the launch of the brand new Sugar Mix slot. Matching the ever-present demand for creative sweet-themed slot action, Sugar Mix invites players into a charming pastry shop where the shopkeeper guides them on a quest for big wins and exciting bonus action. Sugar Mix immerses players in a colorful world of sugary delight, while an exciting Free Spins bonus round, complete with the dynamic Swap feature, keeps players on the edge of their seats for every spin.

 

Yugo Workshop is back with another thrilling slot release! Wild Island marks the studio’s third launch this year under the Million Stars Partner Program, following the successful debuts of Thorfinn’s Journey and Vault Rush. This latest title delivers a paradise setting with a fiery twist, packed with high-energy gameplay, immersive visuals, and fiery features.  As players spin the reels of this high-volatility 5×3 video slot with 20 paylines, they’ll uncover the island’s hidden dangers and lucrative rewards, all leading to an explosive finale when the volcano awakens.

 

Inspired Entertainment, Inc., is delighted to announce the launches of Piggy Winner and Gold Mine Fortune in the United Kingdom, Gibraltar and Malta iGaming jurisdictions. Piggy Winner™ is a fun, pig-themed slot game that builds on the success of Inspired’s ever popular Golden Winner™, combining the playful visuals of two popular slots, Big Piggy Bank™ and Prize Piggy Win & Spin™, into a vibrant slot experience. Gold Mine Fortune™ is a gold miner-themed slot game inviting players on a high-stakes mining adventure with its ‘three bags’ mechanic, represented above the reels by the red Wild, golden Prize Pot, and blue Multiplier minecarts.

 

Play’n GO reintroduce their iconic explorer in Rich Wilde and the Tome of Dead, a grid slot where forbidden knowledge, ancient deities, and raw chaos collide. Rich Wilde returns to face his most perilous discovery yet. Uncovering a cursed tome deep within the sands of myth, Wilde inadvertently releases Ammit – the Devourer of the Dead. This 5×5 cascading grid slot challenges players to manipulate arcane power to seal the beast away.

 

Stakelogic is proud to unveil its latest game release, Wild Canyon. This high-volatility adventure takes players to the rugged landscape of the Wild West, where an outlaw Chameleon rules the reels with attitude and generous payouts. In this 40-payline slot, players encounter a colour-shifting Chameleon outlaw who struts above the reels, blending in with the desert dusk.

 

Red Rake Gaming introduces Sugar Burst, a thrilling 6×6 video slot that turns every spin into a true celebration of flavours, colours, and rewards. This new release takes players to a world filled with candy, cakes, and waffles, where every spin can trigger a delicious avalanche of wins. With its Xtreme Cascading system, all matching symbols disappear after a winning combination, creating new cascades and even more chances to win.

 

Players can charge into action and lock in mighty wins in Blazin’ Buffalo Extreme Hold & Win, the latest slot from in-demand studio, Rival. This game is all about explosive action, with players caught up in a stampede across an arid frontier where they join the magnificent beasts to chase down blazin’ wins. They are helped along the way by different Wilds, a Hold & Win feature, Jackpots and the chance to win up to 20,000x the bet.

 

Get ready to experience a carnival colour in Supa Crew – the dazzling new addition to the Elysium Studios – Driven by Swintt line-up that sees players team up with a dynamic group of graffiti artists to grab their spray cans and paint the town any shade they please! Set in a fantasy kingdom filled with mushrooms, cats and other cute creatures, Supa Crew is a five-reel, 10-payline slot where wins are paid for adjacent matching symbols regardless of the reels they appear on.

 

Blueprint Gaming™ is ready to treat players to another thrilling underwater adventure via its latest release, Fishin’ Frenzy Even Bigger Fish 2™, where new and improved collect modifiers, free spins and the Rapid Fire Jackpots™ system boost chances of fishtastic returns. The 6×4, 4,096 way-to-win slot sees the collect modifiers more than double from the series’ predecessor, with Bait ‘N’ Catch, Win Stepper, Catch Match and Super Catch offering an array of features including increased cash symbols, wilds, multipliers and free spins.

 

Playson takes to the heavens in its latest release King of the Sky: Hit the Bonus™, where an exciting series-first sees the title’s Eagle’s Bonus awarding wins via both paylines and bonus symbols. A cloudy backdrop immerses players in the thick of the action with a majestic eagle guiding gameplay. The Golden Bonus Game is elevated via random Multipliers and Boost symbols which collects the value of all other icons on the grid, whilst four in-game jackpots increase the chance of soaring wins reaching 1,000x.

 

Inspired Entertainment, Inc. is excited to announce the release of Gate of Horus™, now available to the UK LBO, B3 market. From the creators of the popular Rise of Samurai slot™, Inspired’s Bell-Fruit Games studio presents Gate of Horus a captivating new Egyptian-themed slot. Packed with engaging features, players can enjoy an expanding symbol that unlocks additional win lines, Free Spins, a dynamic dual-wheel gamble, and Fortune Spins for even greater opportunities to win.

 

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LuckyStreak unveils optimised Mobile Live European Roulette

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New ultra-slick interface brings mobile-first, immersive play with seamless multi-camera views, stat tracking, multi-tabling and social features

LuckyStreak, the Riga-based live games provider, has launched its new Mobile Live European Roulette game, delivering a stunning player experience with sleek mobile-first interface, smooth gameplay and a host of powerful new features.

Following the recent upgrades to its Blackjack and Baccarat offerings, the relaunch of this mobile-friendly format cements LuckyStreak’s position at the forefront of live casino innovation. The new Mobile Live European Roulette has been specifically designed for mobile gaming – playable in both portrait and landscape orientations with a bold interface.

New features include a streamlined UI and thumb-friendly controls for quick chip selection, bet placement and game interaction. Players can toggle easily between classic and racecourse betting layouts, track hot and cold numbers, review winning stats and save their favourite bets for speedy reuse.

A refined automatic camera system ensures players never miss a moment of action, smoothly transitioning between views to give a clear view of the entire game. Players can also customise their table presence with a fun selection of avatars and dive into the social element with in-game chat, emojis and a fully-integrated jackpot tournaments tool.

LuckyStreak’s new Mobile Live European Roulette game is now in-play and available to all operators and players. This launch demonstrates LuckyStreak’s ability to keep pace with some of the industry’s most popular live dealer suppliers and adapt to ever-evolving technological advancements.

Erez Cywier, CTO and co-founder at LuckyStreak, said: “This version of our Mobile Live European Roulette reflects everything we’ve learned from past relaunches and customer feedback. The new interface is sleek, intuitive, and designed for seamless play—without compromising the features our players love.

“We’re not trying to shout louder than the competition — we are proving that we belong in the top tier. With Mobile Live Roulette, we’ve once again delivered a product that not only matches, but in many ways surpasses, the best in the market in terms of usability.”

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