Reel Deal Casino Gold Rush
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Product Summary
Brand: Phantom EFXPrimary Contributor: Windows
Format: CD
Release Date: 2007-08-28
Platform: Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Vista, Windows XP
Model: 10855
Publisher: Phantom EFX
Product features:
- All-in-one casino, race, and sports book PC game
- Animated horse and dog races based on real outcomes
- Three new Shuffle Master card games
- 11 all new slot machines
- New Tournament structure
Video Game Reviews of Reel Deal Casino Gold Rush
Customer Review: Cartoony
Summary: 3 Stars
The users manual states that the Reel Deal franchise is the most successful computer casino game series in the world. The only reason I can really see for this is that it adopts a populist approach that tries to be more fun and amusing rather than serious. The whole style is very cartoony, for example in offline play you'll be playing mainly against silly robot characters.
It's hard to believe that this game is from 2007; the graphics are crude in comparison to,say, the Hoyle series that it feels more like a 1997 game. I even have one of those "Valusoft" 505 games compendiums and the graphics are generally on a par with that.
Money too is confusing, and considering that casino games are based around the collection of (compputer) money this seems a flaw. Why make 2 different types of money, Dream world and Real World ? It's just confusing. And there have been many times when I have won large sums in (say) poker, only for it to somehow vanish when I start another game. If there is an explanation for thisit should really be much clearer. So far, I'm still perplexed about this vanishing money.
It's not all bad though.The highlight for me is definitely the video slot machines, very entertaining with colourful and well animated graphics and some exclellent music and sound effects.In particular there's an "Alice" video slot that seems to pay an homage to the sinister feel of an acclaimed video game, American McGees Alice.
There are some nice FMV animated sequences throughout too. For example on the craps table when you press the Roll button you are given a view from the felt of the table with the dice tumbling towards you. No effect on gameplay of course but amusing to look at.
The manual too explains the game rules quite clearly, and this will obviously be of help to more novice casino game players.
The rest though; well there are a few nice touches (for example the Old West theme shooting gallery),but overall apart from the video slots I wasn't tempted to play much further than a few sessions. The non- intimidating style of the game might appeal for those looking for a casual casino experience, but for a more realistic and authentic experience I think I'll stick with Hoyle's.
Description of Reel Deal Casino Gold Rush
Introducing the first all-in-one casino, race, and sports book PC game! With Reel Deal Casino "Gold Rush", not only do you get the widest variety of casino style games, but this year's multiplayer portion of the game features the first and only live feed sports book! Yes, that's right - you can bet on your favorite teams, and watch the live lines change as others bet on theirs. Watch animated horse and dog races based on real outcomes of the race! We've also added three new Shuffle Master Games to the line up - Ultimate Texas Hold ?Em, Bad Beat Texas Hold ?Em and Black Jack Press. Additionally, in keeping with our Old West theme, this year touts the addition of an Old West favorite card game called Faro. Also featured are 11 ALL NEW slot machines and an ALL NEW Tournament/Trial structure. Gaining reputation and passing Mini-Trials will lead you to the most exciting Grand Master tournament yet! ESRB Rated T for TeenCards & Casino Games
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