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US – Foxwoods moves into skill-based with GameCo

By - 23 May 2017

GameCo, creator of the world’s first skill-based, video game gambling machines (VGM), has recently deployed six video game gambling machines (VGM) at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket.

The placement of games at Foxwoods Resort Casino marks GameCo’s move into its second gaming jurisdiction in the US as well as the company’s introduction to tribal gaming for its innovative skill-based gaming offerings.

The VGMs installed at Foxwoods Resort Casino feature GameCo’s initial titles, Pharaoh’s Secret Temple and Nothin’ but Net on two triple-unit VGM carousels in high traffic, prominent locations in the Fox Tower casino. In “Pharaoh’s Secret Temple,” a Match3 game, players embark on an adventure to unlock the riches of the Pharaoh’s Secret Temple by matching gems to collect rare treasures before their time is up. Appealing to casual gamers and current slot players, this casual video game features awesome boosts, power-up prizes, charms, and Egyptian-themed traps. “Nothin’ but Net” lets players hit the basketball courts with 16 shots to win big cash. Players’ virtual skill in making layups, jump shots, free throws, and half court bombs is challenged in this fast-paced game, which also includes bonus money balls.

“Skill-based slot machine technology is the next generation of gaming, and we welcome this addition to our already industry-leading resort casino experience,” stated Felix Rappaport, Foxwoods Resort Casino President & CEO. “This partnership with GameCo is just another example of our commitment to provide our loyal guests new and exciting reasons to visit Foxwoods.”

“We are very pleased to be expanding the world’s first skill-based gaming offerings to the Connecticut market with Foxwoods Resort Casino as they have embraced the opportunity to bring a new type of gaming entertainment to their guests,” said Blaine Graboyes, co-founder and CEO of GameCo. “As casino gaming continues to evolve and appeal to a new generation of players, we are focused on strategically aligning with casino partners such as Foxwoods who share our vision of combining the entertainment, engagement, and excitement of video games, esports, and gambling to create a new type of destination for current and future casino customers. In addition to current slot players, the target demographic for our innovative VGMs includes approximately 23 million Gamers who are over 21, represent the top percentile of household income, play video games, and are already visiting casinos.”

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