The Nevada Gaming Commission Plans to Discuss Videogaming.
Las Vegas casinos are recognizing the need for entertaining non-gambling related activities to attract a younger generation who prioritize dining and nightlife over traditional casino games. However, the Nevada Gaming Commission has proposed a new initiative to diversify gaming offerings as well. This initiative would involve allowing gambling on video games, essentially "skill gaming" for money.
At a legislative study committee earlier this week, the commission accepted recommendations from Dan Reaser, a Reno-based lawyer representing the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers. He suggested they investigate the impact of technology on gaming, including the potential introduction of skill-based games in casinos. Reaser's proposal stated that the commission should be given the authority to determine its own methods for expanding the gaming market, and to promote the use of innovative, alternative and advanced technologies in gaming devices.
The major challenge with integrating skill-based gaming in casinos is the legal requirement that the odds of winning be the same for all players. Part of Reaser's proposition would permit the commission to adjust the odds for frequent players, such as those playing on a slot machine, allowing experienced players to improve their chances of winning.
Technology's Role in Gaming
Christopher LaPorte is the man behind Insert Coins, a nightclub in downtown Las Vegas that combines videogames and gambling. He has had discussions with the casino industry about incorporating skill-game into gambling technology, and has submitted patents related to the blending of videogames and slot technology. According to LaPorte, the market for combining video games and gambling is massive as young people, who grew up playing video games, make up a significant portion of the demographic. Insert Coins has been a big success since it opened three and a half years ago and LaPorte hopes to expand in the near future.
In fact, he recently told vegasseven.com that he's in "very serious talks with a casino to open up the next Insert Coins, hopefully by the end of this year". The casino industry has evidently been observing their success.
Reaser's proposal will be put in front of the 2015 Legislature.
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