Not everyone has the means to visit a brick-and-mortar casino and enjoy a few spins on fruit machines. Local venues are either too far away from prospective players or just lack the same glitz and glamour that Las Vegas offers.
Fortunately, that’s where casino-themed pokies come into play. They offer New Zealanders a way to experience the thrill of playing in a real venue at a cost of a single spin. Games using this theme will either have the casino’s interior as a backdrop or the world-famous Las Vegas Strip. The latter seems to be more popular, not that we’re complaining. Any excuse to admire the gambling mecca is good in our books.
As for symbols, they tend to vary between games. However, the icons in most casino-themed slots typically overlap with those featured in wealth-themed pokies. Expect many wads of cash, fast cars, and expensive watches on your screen. Playing card royals usually make an appearance, cleverly drawn to look like cards you’d see on a blackjack table.