Live dealer has finally arrived in Pennsylvania.
Live Dealer Games. DraftKings is also home to live dealer games. For those who have not encountered these types of games before, they require a bit of explanation. One of the main goals of any online casino game developer is to simulate the experience of being in a live casino as closely as possible. Live dealer games are a tremendous advance.
Evolution Gaming is holding a two-day soft launch for online live dealer games. Two iGaming operators will be the first to have live dealer. To start, the offerings will include blackjack and roulette at the following Pennsylvania online casinos:
- DraftKings and Evolution Gaming Ink Live Dealer Casino Deal Renowned live casino solution developer, Evolution Gaming are expanding their reach within the United States through a new partnership deal with DraftKings, one of the leading daily fantasy sports providers in the country.
- The launch of live dealer games is just the latest example of how DraftKings is fully invested in the NJ online casino and sports betting market. This is the same company that launched its NJ sports betting app first, beating out the rest of the competition, including more established players like MGM and Caesars Entertainment.
- BetRivers (on both BetRivers and PlaySugarHouse)
- DraftKings Casino (through its partnership with Hollywood Casino)
. Draftkings Exclusive Live Dealer Responsible Gaming From the nanosecond you open your account to the moment your adrenaline spikes if you win, our number one priority is making sure you're playing safely, securely, and responsibly. Tags: DraftKings, Evolution Gaming, Live dealer, New Jersey Online Gambling Live casino specialists Evolution Gaming have agreed to help expand the online gambling offering of DraftKings.
A rep from Hollywood Casino said it also planned to soft launch live dealer on Thursday, Oct. 22.
Live dealer arrives in PA
Soft launch dates and times for live dealer for BetRivers and DraftKings are:
- Oct 21: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Oct. 22: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Draftkings Live Scoring
All online casino games in Pennsylvania are regulated by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). Games must also adhere to approved rules, side wagers and payout tables. The arrival of live dealer is similar from technical standpoint, but of course, with real-life dealers involved, it requires additional work to reach approval.
PGCB Director of Communications Doug Harbach commented:
'Testing and regulating live dealer studio games is similar [to] other online casino games from a technology standpoint and is actually similar in many aspects to table games in land-based casinos except there is no cash or gaming chips and, of course, players are not physically present.
'Since there is a human element in this online gaming, the PGCB must license studio staff who operate the games as we would dealers in a land-based casino. Also, similar to table games setups at land-based casinos, we have to ensure adequate security and surveillance in the studio that allows us to monitor the live dealer and help us ensure the operator conducts table game operations in accordance with PGCB regulations.'
BetRivers live dealer
Live dealer games at BetRivers/PlaySugarHouse are available on mobile, tablet or desktop. The library features low- and high-stakes blackjack games (with side bets such as 21 +3 and Bet Behind).
- Blackjack
- Roulette
- Infinite Blackjack
- First-Person Roulette
- First-Person Lightning Roulette
- First-Person Blackjack
BetRivers/PlaySugarHouse continues to lead in the new world of iGaming in Pennsylvania. It was the first to launch an online casino in the state in May 2019.
Richard Schwartz, president of Rush Street Interactive, commented on live dealer's popularity:
'Many online players prefer live dealer options because they watch the action as it happens … A live dealer game is the closest you can get online to playing in a land-based casino, and we're thrilled to be the first to offer players in Pennsylvania the opportunity to virtually sit and play on Evolution's world-renowned live tables. The Evolution-hosted Live Dealer Casino has proven very popular with players at PlaySugarHouse.com in New Jersey. We are confident players in Pennsylvania will love these live action table games too. Extending our partnership with Evolution into PA supports our mission to continually offer our loyal online players the best mix of innovative and entertaining games available.'
Evolution excited about PA
Evolution Gaming received its conditional license from the PGCB as an interactive gaming manufacturer in January 2020. It currently operates live dealer games in New Jersey.
Evolution Gaming planted its flag first in New Jersey when it started offering games in the US.
Johan Nordstrom, chief executive officer, Malta, and chief commercial officer at Evolution, commented:
'RSI is well established as the number one online gaming operator in Pennsylvania, and we are thrilled to partner with the acclaimed online gaming leader and are confident that the Evolution-hosted live dealer casino will be a big hit in this market. On top of an exceptional range of world-class live game-show-style games, classic casino games and exclusive content, we have extensive experience with multiple state-of-the-art live casino studios worldwide. At the player interface level, our blackjack is the fastest, slickest online live blackjack available anywhere, so players get more game rounds and exciting play in every gaming session.'
DraftKings live dealer
Players in PA can access DraftKings casino through the standalone casino app, the DraftKings sportsbook app or via desktop.
DraftKings live dealer selections in PA so far are:
- Blackjack 1: Min bet $25/Max bet $5,000
- Blackjack 2: Min bet $50/Max bet $5,000
- Infinite Blackjack: Min bet $1/Max bet $5,000
- Roulette: Min bet $1/Max bet $2,000
What to expect for live dealer games at PA online casinos
The popularity of such games is hardly surprising, as they take the comfort and convenience of playing from home and combine it with socially interactive elements. Live dealers will be dealing real cards inside an approved studio while you make decisions on your hand from home.
The Evolution studio is located in Philadelphia and will eventually serve a number of PA's online casinos.
Here's a look at what is currently on offer for live dealer games at NJ online casinos, hinting at what's ahead for PA iGaming players. In addition to blackjack and roulette, NJ also has Slingshot Roulette, baccarat, three-card poker and Ultimate Texas Hold'em poker.
Our innovative app puts all the excitement of the casino floor right in the palm of your hand.
DraftKings Casino brings you all your favorite games — sans floral carpet vertigo. Innovative red, white, and blue built app. Licensed and regulated. More safe and secure than armor-plated money trucks. Exclusive DraftKings games you won't find anywhere else on the planet. And dishin' out more scratch than poison ivy. It's easy to dive in — 24/7/365.
DraftKings Casino is available in these states: New Jersey, Michigan, West Virginia and Pennsylvania
How To Play
- Jump in by signing up online or downloading our DraftKings Casino app.
- Play our full deck of top casino games.
- Start rollin' in the dough.
Draftkings Live Dealer Pennsylvania
This app is the best layout of all the casino apps I play, the games are always updated, and the customer service is top-notch.
— CaptainThanos
Game Types
All your favorite Casino games catapulted to the 21st century. An innovative king crab buffet of options — with DraftKings exclusives mixed in. Stack your chips on Basketball Roulette. Get dealt in for Football Blackjack. Spin the reels on 88 Fortunes or Cleopatra slots. Missing the human interaction? Check out Live Dealer to play with other DraftKings players and an actual dealer.
Table Games
No more wandering around looking for your limit. No more crowding around waiting for space to open up. There's always a seat for you at our table games.
Slots
An all-star on our Casino roster. Tons of options from new releases to the classics. We're adding new slots all the time.
Live Dealer
Pop a squat at a Live Dealer table and enjoy some human interaction. Play a variety of games with other DraftKings players and an actual dealer.
Ways to Play
Not your grandfather's casino. Grab your phone, get the app, and lay it on the line in any state where we operate.
Fire up your comp and start firing in wagers. Play for cash prizes from any state we're legal.
Our Games
DraftKings Casino players have the choice of over 300 games — the classics everyone loves and these DraftKings exclusives, built by us and only found here.
CURRENT OFFER
Draftkings Live Scoring
All online casino games in Pennsylvania are regulated by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). Games must also adhere to approved rules, side wagers and payout tables. The arrival of live dealer is similar from technical standpoint, but of course, with real-life dealers involved, it requires additional work to reach approval.
PGCB Director of Communications Doug Harbach commented:
'Testing and regulating live dealer studio games is similar [to] other online casino games from a technology standpoint and is actually similar in many aspects to table games in land-based casinos except there is no cash or gaming chips and, of course, players are not physically present.
'Since there is a human element in this online gaming, the PGCB must license studio staff who operate the games as we would dealers in a land-based casino. Also, similar to table games setups at land-based casinos, we have to ensure adequate security and surveillance in the studio that allows us to monitor the live dealer and help us ensure the operator conducts table game operations in accordance with PGCB regulations.'
BetRivers live dealer
Live dealer games at BetRivers/PlaySugarHouse are available on mobile, tablet or desktop. The library features low- and high-stakes blackjack games (with side bets such as 21 +3 and Bet Behind).
- Blackjack
- Roulette
- Infinite Blackjack
- First-Person Roulette
- First-Person Lightning Roulette
- First-Person Blackjack
BetRivers/PlaySugarHouse continues to lead in the new world of iGaming in Pennsylvania. It was the first to launch an online casino in the state in May 2019.
Richard Schwartz, president of Rush Street Interactive, commented on live dealer's popularity:
'Many online players prefer live dealer options because they watch the action as it happens … A live dealer game is the closest you can get online to playing in a land-based casino, and we're thrilled to be the first to offer players in Pennsylvania the opportunity to virtually sit and play on Evolution's world-renowned live tables. The Evolution-hosted Live Dealer Casino has proven very popular with players at PlaySugarHouse.com in New Jersey. We are confident players in Pennsylvania will love these live action table games too. Extending our partnership with Evolution into PA supports our mission to continually offer our loyal online players the best mix of innovative and entertaining games available.'
Evolution excited about PA
Evolution Gaming received its conditional license from the PGCB as an interactive gaming manufacturer in January 2020. It currently operates live dealer games in New Jersey.
Evolution Gaming planted its flag first in New Jersey when it started offering games in the US.
Johan Nordstrom, chief executive officer, Malta, and chief commercial officer at Evolution, commented:
'RSI is well established as the number one online gaming operator in Pennsylvania, and we are thrilled to partner with the acclaimed online gaming leader and are confident that the Evolution-hosted live dealer casino will be a big hit in this market. On top of an exceptional range of world-class live game-show-style games, classic casino games and exclusive content, we have extensive experience with multiple state-of-the-art live casino studios worldwide. At the player interface level, our blackjack is the fastest, slickest online live blackjack available anywhere, so players get more game rounds and exciting play in every gaming session.'
DraftKings live dealer
Players in PA can access DraftKings casino through the standalone casino app, the DraftKings sportsbook app or via desktop.
DraftKings live dealer selections in PA so far are:
- Blackjack 1: Min bet $25/Max bet $5,000
- Blackjack 2: Min bet $50/Max bet $5,000
- Infinite Blackjack: Min bet $1/Max bet $5,000
- Roulette: Min bet $1/Max bet $2,000
What to expect for live dealer games at PA online casinos
The popularity of such games is hardly surprising, as they take the comfort and convenience of playing from home and combine it with socially interactive elements. Live dealers will be dealing real cards inside an approved studio while you make decisions on your hand from home.
The Evolution studio is located in Philadelphia and will eventually serve a number of PA's online casinos.
Here's a look at what is currently on offer for live dealer games at NJ online casinos, hinting at what's ahead for PA iGaming players. In addition to blackjack and roulette, NJ also has Slingshot Roulette, baccarat, three-card poker and Ultimate Texas Hold'em poker.
Our innovative app puts all the excitement of the casino floor right in the palm of your hand.
DraftKings Casino brings you all your favorite games — sans floral carpet vertigo. Innovative red, white, and blue built app. Licensed and regulated. More safe and secure than armor-plated money trucks. Exclusive DraftKings games you won't find anywhere else on the planet. And dishin' out more scratch than poison ivy. It's easy to dive in — 24/7/365.
DraftKings Casino is available in these states: New Jersey, Michigan, West Virginia and Pennsylvania
How To Play
- Jump in by signing up online or downloading our DraftKings Casino app.
- Play our full deck of top casino games.
- Start rollin' in the dough.
Draftkings Live Dealer Pennsylvania
This app is the best layout of all the casino apps I play, the games are always updated, and the customer service is top-notch.
— CaptainThanos
Game Types
All your favorite Casino games catapulted to the 21st century. An innovative king crab buffet of options — with DraftKings exclusives mixed in. Stack your chips on Basketball Roulette. Get dealt in for Football Blackjack. Spin the reels on 88 Fortunes or Cleopatra slots. Missing the human interaction? Check out Live Dealer to play with other DraftKings players and an actual dealer.
Table Games
No more wandering around looking for your limit. No more crowding around waiting for space to open up. There's always a seat for you at our table games.
Slots
An all-star on our Casino roster. Tons of options from new releases to the classics. We're adding new slots all the time.
Live Dealer
Pop a squat at a Live Dealer table and enjoy some human interaction. Play a variety of games with other DraftKings players and an actual dealer.
Ways to Play
Not your grandfather's casino. Grab your phone, get the app, and lay it on the line in any state where we operate.
Fire up your comp and start firing in wagers. Play for cash prizes from any state we're legal.
Our Games
DraftKings Casino players have the choice of over 300 games — the classics everyone loves and these DraftKings exclusives, built by us and only found here.
CURRENT OFFER
Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. 21+. NJ/MI/PA/WV only. *A patron's first deposit on DraftKings Casino only (min. $5) made between 12/15/20 – 1/31/21 qualifies the patron to receive up to $1,500 in bonus funds that can only be used on DraftKings Casino. Bonus amount is equal to that of the first deposit amount, not to exceed $1,500 (the patron must deposit $1,500 to be eligible to receive the maximum possible bonus amount of $1,500). Bonus funds will be applied automatically to patron's account following their first deposit. Original deposit amount plus the bonus amount are subject to a 10x play-through requirement. All casino games eligible at different contribution rate. (e.g., a $1,500 deposit requires a customer to play through a minimum of $30,000 to maximum of $300,000 based on the casino products played to release any winnings and bonus credits. A $10 bet will contribute towards the wager requirement at the following contribution rates: $10 at 100%, $2 at 20%; and $1 at 10%.). If the play-through requirement has not been met within 30 days, any winnings, bonus funds and wagered portion of the original deposit will expire and be forfeited. Limit one (1) deposit bonus per patron. Deposits made on DraftKings Sportsbook/DFS are ineligible. Casino credits eligible on select games and can only be used on DraftKings and expire on 2/7/21. Opt-in required. Offers expire 1/31/21 at 11:59pm.
Safe and responsible play — the cornerstone of our commitment to our players. Making sure you're playing safely, securely and responsibly is our number one priority. We're proud to offer you resources and tools for safe, responsible, and entertaining play.
