Wheel of Fortune Casino to debut in
New Jersey this year
JERSEY
CITY, N.J. , June 21,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM, a leading sports betting
and iGaming operator, announced today an agreement with Sony
Pictures Television and International Game Technology PLC ("IGT")
(NYSE: IGT) to launch Wheel of Fortune Casino, set to become the
first full brand-led online casino in North America. Wheel of Fortune, an
iconic American gameshow, is preparing for its milestone 40th
season. More than 250 versions of Wheel of Fortune slot games have
been introduced over the last 25 years and this online launch of
Wheel of Fortune Casino will represent the latest gaming extension
for the brand.
"Wheel of Fortune is watched nightly by millions of people and
BetMGM is honored to partner with Sony Pictures Television and IGT
to bring this online casino experience to life," said Matt Prevost, Chief Revenue Officer,
BetMGM. "Once live, Wheel of Fortune Casino will offer players
the excitement of their favorite gameshow and real money wagering
in the palm of their hand."
Suzanne Prete, Executive Vice
President of Game Shows, Sony Pictures Television, said, "We are
delighted to be partnering with BetMGM for the launch of Wheel of
Fortune's very first online casino. With Wheel of Fortune
celebrating its 40th season this year, we are pleased to continue
offering players additional, new ways to play the games they know
and love."
Launching first in New Jersey,
Wheel of Fortune Casino will house America's Game®-branded slot
titles produced by global gaming leader IGT, along with many other
themed games and features.
Enrico Drago, CEO Digital &
Betting, IGT, said, "We're excited to celebrate the evolution of
the IGT Wheel of Fortune slot brand with BetMGM and Sony Pictures
Television through the launch of Wheel of Fortune Casino. The Wheel
of Fortune brand has been synonymous with slot gaming for more than
25 years, and this unprecedented brand-led online casino, driven by
BetMGM's compelling platform and promotional capabilities, is
well-positioned to engage and entertain new and long-time players.
As part of our ongoing PlayDigital strategy, we will continue to
look for new and exciting ways to leverage our third party and
home-grown brands with our operating partners."
As BetMGM continues to expand into new markets, responsible
gaming education remains a key focus. BetMGM is proud to provide
resources to help customers play responsibly including GameSense,
an industry leading program, developed and licensed to MGM Resorts
by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. Through the GameSense
integration within BetMGM's mobile and desktop platforms, customers
can directly access responsible gaming tools.
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About BetMGM
BetMGM is a market-leading sports betting and gaming entertainment
company, pioneering the online gaming industry. Born out of a
partnership between MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) and
Entain Plc (LSE: ENT), BetMGM has exclusive access to all of MGM's
U.S. land-based and online sports betting, major tournament poker,
and online gaming businesses. Utilizing Entain's US-licensed, state
of the art technology, BetMGM offers sports betting and online
gaming via market-leading brands including BetMGM, Borgata Casino,
Party Casino and Party Poker. Founded in 2018, BetMGM is
headquartered in New Jersey. For
more information, visit http://www.betmgminc.com/.
About Wheel of Fortune
Trademarked as America's Game™, Wheel of Fortune has
earned seven Emmy Awards including a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding
Game/Audience Participation Show. Wheel of Fortune is produced by
Sony Pictures Television, a Sony Pictures Entertainment Company. It
is distributed domestically by CBS Media Ventures and
internationally by Paramount Global Content Distribution, both
divisions of Paramount.
About Sony Pictures Television
Sony Pictures
Television (SPT) is one of the television industry's leading
content providers, producing, distributing and carrying programming
worldwide in every genre and for every platform. In addition to
managing one of the industry's largest libraries of award-winning
feature films, television shows and formats, SPT is home to a
thriving global content business, operating a robust portfolio of
wholly-owned and joint-venture production companies across the
U.S., Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific, as well as linear and digital
channels around the world. SPT is a Sony Pictures Entertainment
Company, a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in
gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences
for players across all channels and regulated segments, from
Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital.
Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment
in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and
leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming
experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a
well-established local presence and relationships with governments
and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and
create value by adhering to the highest standards of service,
integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500
employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
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