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Unleashing the Thrill: The Best Online Versions of Legendary Las Vegas Casino Games

November 29, 2023

Introduction: Las Vegas, the ultimate playground for gamblers, is renowned for its vibrant casinos and electrifying atmosphere. However, with the advent of online gaming platforms, the essence of Las Vegas has transcended geographical boundaries. Now, enthusiasts can experience the adrenaline rush of legendary casino games from the comfort of their homes. The article explores some of the best games new online casinos on Zamsino that capture the spirit of Las Vegas.

Blackjack: The Digital 21

Online blackjack mirrors the excitement of its brick-and-mortar counterpart. With intuitive interfaces, realistic graphics and immersive sound effects, players can enjoy the strategic thrill of reaching 21 without leaving their homes. The best platforms also offer live dealer options, providing an authentic Vegas experience with real-time interaction.

Slot Machines: Reel Excitement Online

The iconic slot machines of Las Vegas have found a new home on the internet. Online slots come in diverse themes, offering players a myriad of choices. From classic fruit machines to cutting-edge video slots with interactive bonus rounds, these digital counterparts maintain the allure of the Las Vegas slot experience.

Roulette: Spinning the Digital Wheel

The online roulette wheel spins just as fast and mesmerizingly as its physical counterpart in Vegas. Virtual roulette games replicate the thrill of watching the ball dance around the wheel, offering various betting options. Live dealer roulette further elevates the experience, bringing the charm of a real casino into players’ homes.

Poker: Virtual Tables, Real Stakes

Online poker rooms have become hubs for poker enthusiasts, where they can play against opponents from around the world. The digital versions of poker games offer various formats, from Texas Hold’em to Omaha, catering to players of all skill levels. Tournaments, cash games and even satellite events for major poker competitions provide a diverse and engaging experience. You don’t need to visit Vegas to experience the best poker has to offer.

Craps: Online Dice Action

Craps enthusiasts can rejoice as the online versions of this dice game bring the energy and excitement of the Vegas tables to screens worldwide. Virtual craps tables simulate the dice rolls and betting strategies, allowing players to enjoy the social aspect of the game while honing their skills.

Conclusion

The allure of Las Vegas casino games is no longer confined to the famous Strip and hotels like The Mirage; it has found a digital home accessible to players globally. With advancements in technology, online platforms have successfully replicated the magic of legendary casino games. Whether it’s the strategic brilliance of blackjack, the spinning wheel of roulette or the camaraderie of poker, the best online versions ensure that the thrill of Las Vegas is just a click away. So, buckle up and embark on a digital journey through the neon-lit world of online casino gaming.

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Las Vegas WSOP Super Stars in Poker

November 26, 2018

WSOPPokerVegas baby! This is where poker champions congregate to challenge each other’s skills, set out to impress, and most of all, the biggest reason they are there is for the big bucks. The main event in the poker industry, all across the world is commonly known as WSOP. The World Series of Poker is held once a year in Las Vegas and reels in the best poker players, creating celebrity poker player stars in the process.

On the flip side of the coin, the year 2018 proved to be a successful year for some new players in the industry who now have become more noticed by bigger players. We can only expect to see their faces in 2019, but only time will tell.

The Main Super Star in Poker 2018 – John Cynn

Inarguably, if you win the WSOP, and no matter the year, your name is as good as a celebrity’s name on one of the stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame strip. This was the case for 2018 World Series of Poker champion John Cynn. The 33 year old from the US has previously cashed in 13 times at WSOP events and walked away as the winner of 2018.

Over a period of 10 hours, the superstar beat his opponent Tony Miles, a massive accomplishment for the rising poker player. The entire ordeal was well worth the $8.8 million pot won by Cynn.

The Main Super Star in Poker 2017- Scott Blumstein

In 2017, WSOP proved to be an impressive year for Scott Blumstein who won the main event walking way with a whopping $8.15 million in total winnings. What set this poker superstar apart from the rest is his career driven win of the WSOP bracelet, a highly valued prize every professional poker player covets.

The Main Super Star in Poker 2016 – Qui Nguyen

History was made after an 8 hour gruelling battle of poker games were won by Qui Ngyuen, where he walked away from Las Vegas as the 2016 WSOP main event champion. The poker champion won his first ever WSOP bracelet and a massive $8 million in payouts.

Daniel Negreanu

One of the biggest names in professional poker is Negreanu’s. The superstar made his claim to fame way back in 1997 at the tender age of 21 when he won at the World Poker Finals at Foxwoods. Most famous players know the prodigy as ‘Kid Poker’ due to his young age and extensive poker skills. In 2004, Daniel was named Toyota Player of the year at WSOP after winning a branded bracelet and cashing in on 5 events.

The Canadian player now resides in Las Vegas and had a hand in the recent notorious NHL teaming with leading poker brand for sponsorship, the same one famous for sponsoring players in the World Series of Poker.

Phil Hellmuth

One of the oldest shining stars in the history of professional poker is 54 year old Hellmuth who is renowned for his temperamental outbursts, most likely all a part of the show. The amazing player has set himself apart from the rest by winning 15 Word Series of Poker bracelets and is the Main Event winner of the 1989 WSOP, the winner of the 2012 WSOPE (Europe) and in 2007 he was inaugurated into the Poker Hall of Fame. The iconic player is undoubtedly a super star in his career, one of the best.

Phil Ivey

Phil Ivey, or Phil Envy, an American professional poker star that won 10 WSOP bracelets, 1 World Poker Tour and appeared at 9 WPT final tables. The iconic player was once regarded as the world’s best poker professional, beating a straight with a full house hand. He was even elected to the Poker Hall of Fame. Renowned professional players regard Phil as a legendary mentor, making him a lifelong famous poker idol.

Satellites are set up for player’s competing for a seat at the table of WSOP. Renowned online poker sites set these satellites up to award the winner with a seat at the table in Las Vegas. Whether it’s online poker, video poker or a seat at the poker table at your best friends place, the thrill remains the same and this is how poker stars are born.

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Legendary Poker Rooms and Hands at Las Vegas Casinos

April 21, 2017

Vegas-Binionstable-WSOPWhen you think about the history of poker, an image of the Wild West and the river boats of the Mississippi might come to mind, not to mention Las Vegas’ most famous casinos!

We could say that most of the best hands of poker have been played at the Rio All Suite Hotel and Casino since it became the official venue of the World Series of Poker in 2005. Among these, the most memorable hand might be when Jonathan Duhamel collected close to nine million dollars at the Main Event after beating John Racener. However, other legendary casinos of Las Vegas have also seen great players at their tables make poker history.

The Bellagio, which is frequently visited by stars like Johnny Chan, Ted Forrest or Daniel Negreanu, who was even awarded the title of Greatest Ever Poker Hand in 2013, has hosted some memorable games and is often nicknamed “the office or home base” by the world’s top players who spend much of their time there when they visit Las Vegas.

Some of the city’s highest stakes are played during the Big Game, which is held at the renowned Bellagio’s Bobby’s Room, named after Bobby Baldwin. World Poker Tour events have also been hosted here and perhaps the most famous of these was when Tom Marchese won the $100k High Roller for $1.3 million in 2012. In fact, this New Jersey player has earned close to $12 million playing this game in Las Vegas. Carlos Mortensen has also played some legendary hands at this emblematic hotel on the strip during WPT editions. The Bellagio also welcomes amateur players, so if you visit it and feel like playing make sure you know the poker rules first and check out its website, where you will find a guide explaining all you need to know about its casino.

Of course that the former Binion’s Horseshoe, the Binion’s Gambling Hall & Hotel has to be included among legendary rooms and poker games. Formerly run by the unforgettable Benny Binion, it is the place where the first World Series of Poker was ever played almost half a century ago, with Carl Cannon, Crandell Addington, “Amarillo Slim” Preston, Doyle Brunson, Sailor Roberts, Puggy Pearson and Johnny Moss making it to the final table. This event alone makes the Binion’s poker room noteworthy so make sure that if you’re around Vegas you pay a visit to this spot. Although little is left of the original room, you can still take your picture with the famous 1 million dollar display that the Binion’s is also known for.

The Aria Poker Room is another more recent yet well-known spot that is often visited by top players. It has an exclusive space inspired by Phil Ivey – it is called the Ivey – which hosts $300/$600 mixed games. In spite of not being as historic as other casinos in the city, it currently hosts some of the most emblematic daily poker tournaments in Vegas, some of which will probably be remembered in the future as the best poker hands of this decade.

In addition these legendary venues, The Wynn, whose room opened with Negreanu as its poker ambassador, Caesar’s Palace, Venetian – which offers an ample selection of low limit games – and The Mirage are also among the venues that have hosted great poker games throughout their history and that are well worth a visit.

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A Look At The Best Texas Hold’em Odds In Vegas

October 28, 2016

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Look At The Best Texas Hold’em Odds In Vegas

Vegas is a great place to visit almost any time of year, as it boasts pleasant weather and good flight deals all year round. However with September to November being one of the peak times for visitors to head to Vegas, (alongside March to May), it’s almost certain that the casinos are going to be rammed this time of year. You can take a virtual stroll down the Las Vegas Boulevard without even having to be there, but finding the right games with the best odds isn’t always that easy. That’s where we come in. If you’re a Texas Hold’em fan then you’re going to want to find the casinos that have the best odds, particularly if you’re a newbie to the casinos. You’ll be surprised at just how different online poker is to live poker, so starting off your Las Vegas Texas Hold’em run in the right casino with the best odds is important.

Texas Hold’em In The Casino

Unlike some of the other games you may find in the casino, like Blackjack and even Craps, the odds of Texas Hold’em are somewhat stacked against you as opposed to playing real poker in a casino. Minimum bets for Texas Hold’em tend to be a lot higher than at most tables so if you’re not very good at playing then you’re likely to lose a lot of money quite quickly at one of these tables. This applies to almost all of the casinos that you may find in Vegas. Whether you’re playing against the dealer or the rest of the table, the odds are relatively stacked against you. When it comes to Texas Hold’em you’re probably going to come up against a lot of experienced players, and because of this it is important to prepare yourself so you don’t end up losing a lot more money than expected. Whether you practice your game play with online games or you study Texas Hold’em Strategy with guides like the Ladbrokes Hold’em Poker Strategy guide, there are many ways that you can prepare – and in order to put the odds more in your favour (hypothetically) preparing is the best way.

Odds Of Texas Hold’em Hands

There are a few different odds of the poker hands that you should know when it comes to playing Texas Hold’em. For example, the chances of you getting a top starting hand (such as double aces, A-K suited etc.) is really small, with the percentage being around 2.1%. If you plan on holding out for this type of hand then you’re probably going to lose a lot of money. Using your common sense can be important when it comes to Texas Hold’em, because you’re not always going to get the best hands as you go. For example, two suited cards shouldn’t always be played just because they’re suited as this only improves your hand by about 2.5%. Another thing to consider is pocket jacks. While they look good the chances of a higher card is 52% so you may not always get the result that you want when you rely on pocket jacks.

Different Tables

While all different casinos will have various minimum and maximum bets, there are a few different variants of Texas Hold’em poker that you may want to consider before you decide where you want to go, as this can ultimately affect your odds of winning. For example, Ultimate Texas Hold’em (played in Bally’s) has an average house edge of 2.185%, Heads Up Hold‘em has a house edge of around 2.36% and regular Texas Hold’em has a house edge of around 2.04%. Although it may not seem that much of a difference, you’ll be surprised at how the different variants can affect your winnings.

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