Silver Strike slots have a cult following, and fans of the machine report experiencing heart palpitations upon discovering the machines been removed from the casino floor at downtown’s Four Queens. Four Queens is one of just two casinos (the other is Plaza) in Las Vegas with the slot that dispenses collectible tokens. The good news is Four Queens will bring back the Silver Strike machines, although their return is veiled in secrecy. If you don’t know what Silver Strike is, you may not be Vegas enough. If you thought we were kidding about Silver Strike machines having a cult following, please r ..read more

It’s a casino trend that could affect your financial wellbeing, so we’re all over it. Some casinos are discreetly shortening the window of time before a TITO (ticket in, ticket out) voucher can be cashed. If your slot ticket expires, you could be SOL, and that would be FUBAR as a reminder of your Las Vegas YOLO experience. In human English, you need to pay attention to TITO voucher expiration dates! Don’t be frustrated, A.I. gambler. You serve an illustrative purpose only. Traditionally, gamblers have been given 90 to 180 days (about six months) to redeem their slot tickets. These expiration d ..read more

Our friends at Fontainebleau are making some changes to their loyalty club. Shocker, not in a good way. The struggling but drop-dead gorgeous resort sent Fontainebleau Rewards members an e-mail that started with the phrase, “For added simplicity and transparency…” It’s well known anything that follows that phrase tends to be bad news. For example, “For added simplicity and transparency, while you only have a tumor in one testicle, we’re removing both, just to be on the safe side.” Genus: Opuntia snarkycium. Anyway, here’s the rest of the message from Fontainebleau: “For added simplicity and tr ..read more

The law of unintended consequences is in full effect at Ellis Island Casino & Hotel, formerly the Ellis Island Casino, Hotel & Brewery. The off-Strip casino recently demolished its brewery building. Ellis Island closed its on-site brewery in 2022. The demolition has improved the flow of positive chi at the casino, resulting in a huge windfall for gamblers. We are not a high roller, but everyone feels like one at Ellis Island. We first caught wind of Ellis Island’s demolition plans on March 4, 2024. Preparations were being made to bring down the structure that sits on the west side of t ..read more

The world’s largest gathering of people trying to read each others minds, the World Series of Poker (WSOP), happens May 28 to July 17, 2024. This is the 55th annual World Series of Poker, a collection of contests known for grown men getting excited to win jewelry. Yes, it’s mostly men. The participation of women in the WSOP hovers at around 4%, mainly because women have better things to do. The 2024 WSOP will be held at Horseshoe and Paris on the Las Vegas Strip. Unlike the other “World Series,” this one actually has contestants from around the world. There are so many different events at the ..read more

Granted, that headline makes this story sound like a much bigger deal than it is. Do you know the Internet at all? It’s true. For more than a year, we’ve been trying to find the source of a strange sound in casinos. A whistle. It’s possible we are the only person excited to have unraveled this enigma wrapped in a curiosity hidden behind a cloak of WTF, but, trust us, this isn’t the first time we’ve done something to satisfy ourself, so let’s dive in! Granted, we probably need an A.I. intervention. You’re not our mom! Unless you actually are our mom. Hey, Mom! Sorry we don’t call more. Photo ca ..read more

When Fontainebleau opened on Dec. 13, 2023, the casino teased players with loyalty club tier matching, but quickly stopped the program. Fontainebleau has reversed course again and is offering guests the chance to level up with its “Elevate Your Tier” promotion, through June 2, 2024. We told you tier matching would be back. You don’t listen. We are happy to be able to share a story about Fontainebleau that doesn’t feature something bursting into flames. In case you’re not familiar with tier matching, players will receive a free tier status upgrade at Fontainebleau by presenting a valid loyalty ..read more

Suncoast may not be a regular spot for Las Vegas visitors, but locals like it, and the casino is making some moves. Suncoast is about 10 minutes west of the Las Vegas Strip and is owned by Boyd Gaming, the company that also runs Aliante, Orleans, Gold Coast, Sam’s Town, The Cal, Main Street and others. Boyd has big hopes for Suncoast, and is investing in the casino with the not-so-secret goal of stealing customers from another locals-focused company, Station Casinos. Here’s a look at the new William B’s Steakhouse, along with some other Suncoast scoop. William B’s speaks our love language: Car ..read more

Venetian’s Grazie Rewards will get a rebrand in March 2024 to Venetian Rewards. According to Venetian, “The new program will have more tangible benefits, more transparent earning and more ways to earn Rewards Points.” Some of our favorite earnings are the transparent ones. All the beauty of Venice without all the smells. If you’re familiar with the process of rebranding and revamping loyalty clubs, it will come as no surprise such changes are never, ever good for players. We have, however, decided to be more upbeat and positive in 2024, so we’re going to put a muzzle on the reality checks and ..read more

Fontainebleau has released details about its loyalty club program, Fontainebleau Rewards. The new Las Vegas resort opens Dec. 13, 2023 at 11:45 p.m. Don’t ask. Here’s everything you need to know about Fontainebleau Rewards, including “Bleau Points,” a name which is both glorious and awkward, just the way we like our Las Vegas. Fontainebleau is pronounced “fountain-blue,” so stop your infantile tittering. Infantile Tittering was the name of our band in high school. Fontainebleau Rewards is described as a “tiered, inclusive loyalty program,” which is utterly adorable, as long as you don’t unders ..read more