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Pennsylvania Slot Machine Revenue Increases in 2018/2019 Fiscal Year
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board today reported that slot machine revenue increased 1.1% during the recently completed 2018/2019 state fiscal year compared to the previous fiscal year.
The findings were part of a report posted on the Board’s web site that provides monthly revenue figures for all 12 Commonwealth casinos.
Slot machine revenue was up in 9 of the 12 months during the most recent fiscal year totaling $2,378,859,341 or $26.5 million higher than the $2,352,320,937 generated during the 2017/2018 fiscal year. Tax revenue produced by slot machine play during the 2018/2019 fiscal year totaled $1,237,085,077*.
The Board noted that these figures reflect only slot machine revenue and not total gaming revenue that includes table games. The Board will provide those figures later this month when it publishes its June 2019 and fiscal year 2018/2019 revenue report for table games.
To date, since the opening of the first casino in November of 2006, revenue from slot machine play has totaled $27 billion resulting in tax generation of $14.5 billion.
Below is a comparison of the statewide slot machine revenue for each fiscal year since casinos opened in Pennsylvania:
State Fiscal Years (July 1 – June 30) |
Gross Revenue from Slot Machines |
Tax Revenue from Slot Machines* |
2006/2007 |
$454,579,636 |
$250,018,898 |
2007/2008 |
$1,404,753,259 |
$772,614,293 |
2008/2009 |
$1,754,002,790 |
$964,701,535 |
2009/2010 |
$2,164,839,765 |
$1,190,592,417 |
2010/2011 |
$2,346,641,869 |
$1,283,992,674 |
2011/2012 |
$2,476,775,317 |
$1,345,087,522 |
2012/2013 |
$2,428,887,430 |
$1,308,622,258 |
2013/2014 |
$2,319,890,598 |
$1,241,218,137 |
2014/2015 |
$2,335,787,919 |
$1,247,016,899 |
2015/2016 |
$2,388,658,549 |
$1,276,133,621 |
2016/2017 |
$2,336,152,508 |
$1,236,670,146 |
2017/2018 |
$2,352,320,937 |
$1,192,851,503 |
2018/2019 |
$2,378,859,341 |
$1,237,085,077 |
* Tax revenue figures reflect amounts generated prior to any adjustments by the PA Department of Revenue. Tax revenue figures for FY 2017/2018 were affected by legal changes regarding the Local Share Assessment and by Act 42 of 2017. |
The Board is also providing year-over-year slot machine gross revenue comparisons for each casino for the 2018/2019 and 2017/2018 fiscal years:
Casino |
Gross Revenue from Slot Machines FY 2018/2019 |
Gross Revenue from Slot Machines FY 2017/2018 |
% Change |
Parx Casino |
$416,890,976 |
$400,733,138 |
4.03% |
Wind Creek Bethlehem (formerly Sands) |
$295,726,499 |
$302,054,464 |
-2.09% |
Rivers Casino |
$291,107,335 |
$274,238,465 |
6.15% |
The Meadows Casino |
$211,955,727 |
$209,520,273 |
1.16% |
Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course |
$205,718,923 |
$207,355,560 |
-0.79% |
Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino and Racetrack |
$196,207,089 |
$199,718,368 |
-1.76% |
Mohegan Sun Pocono |
$194,507,527 |
$202,793,257 |
-4.09% |
SugarHouse Casino |
$182,607,146 |
$178,910,959 |
2.07% |
Mount Airy Casino Resort |
$145,483,303 |
$146,997,589 |
-1.03% |
Presque Isle Downs and Casino |
$114,881,765 |
$114,436,868 |
0.39% |
Valley Forge Casino Resort |
$96,278,435 |
$86,686,698 |
11.06% |
Lady Luck Casino Nemacolin |
$27,494,616 |
$28,875,296 |
-4.78% |
Statewide Total |
$2,378,859,341 |
$2,352,320,937 |
1.13% |
Finally, the report on the Board’s web site also provides a statewide total and casino-by-casino monthly slot machine revenue for June 2019. During the month of June, the 12 casinos had a slight rise of .5% in gross revenue over June 2018.
Gross revenue for each of the casinos operating in June 2019 is as follows, with the percentage change from the previous June:
Casino |
Gross Revenue from Slot Machines June 2019 |
Gross Revenue from Slot Machines June 2018 |
% Change |
Parx Casino |
$34,632,235 |
$34,848,793 |
-0.62% |
Wind Creek Bethlehem (formerly Sands) |
$24,967,880 |
$24,656,720 |
1.26% |
Rivers Casino |
$24,059,071 |
$22,977,523 |
4.71% |
The Meadows Casino |
$17,613,994 |
$17,309,316 |
1.76% |
Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course |
$17,005,540 |
$17,401,373 |
-2.27% |
Mohegan Sun Pocono |
$16,240,403 |
$16,164,708 |
0.47% |
Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino and Racetrack |
$15,829,226 |
$16,677,142 |
-5.08% |
SugarHouse Casino |
$14,981,076 |
$14,706,899 |
1.86% |
Mount Airy Casino Resort |
$12,569,585 |
$12,853,288 |
-2.21% |
Presque Isle Downs and Casino |
$9,881,800 |
$10,269,029 |
-3.77% |
Valley Forge Casino Resort |
$8,463,665 |
$7,559,802 |
11.96% |
Lady Luck Casino Nemacolin |
$2,511,426 |
$2,339,080 |
7.37% |
Statewide Total |
$198,755,901 |
$197,763,672 |
0.50% |
The average number of operating slot machines during June of this year at the 12 casinos was 24,869 compared to 25,737 in June of last year.
About the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board:
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board is tasked to oversee all aspects of the state’s casino industry. In addition to slot machine and table games gambling, this now includes sports wagering offered through land-based sportsbooks at eight locations and through three online outlets. The oversight also includes other new gaming initiatives, expected to be launched in the coming months, which were created through Act 42 of 2017, an amendment to the Race Horse Development and Gaming Act.
The Commonwealth’s casino industry currently consists of 10 stand-alone and racetrack casinos in operation, along with the two smaller resort casinos. These facilities collectively employ over 16,000 people and annually generate approximately $1.4 billion in tax revenue from slot machine and table games play. The largest portion of that money is used for property tax reduction to Pennsylvania homeowners.
Additional information about both the PGCB’s gaming regulatory efforts and Pennsylvania’s gaming industry can be found at gamingcontrolboard.pa.gov. You can also follow the agency on Twitter by choosing @PAGamingControl.
Source: Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board
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Revo Casino and Social House in Conway Holds Grand Opening

Revo Casino and Social House in Conway, New Hampshire, has held its grand opening on Tuesday.
The Conway property is the latest addition to Revo’s growing presence in New Hampshire, joining locations in Dover, Lebanon, Manchester, and Keene.
Revo Casino and Social House’s new amenities include:
• Rebels: A bold dining experience with a full bar and great game-day energy. Revo’s signature restaurant serves up flavorful dishes like the Rebel Smash Burger, flatbread pizzas, and prime rib, making it the perfect spot to eat, drink and enjoy the action.
• Rebel Stage: Featuring live music every weekend.
• Revo Studio powered by iHeartMedia: An in-house broadcast center featuring live iHeart broadcasts. The studio also drives the Soundtrack of the Revolution, a curated music selection that sets the energy and vibe of the property.
Gaming Highlights: 75 thrilling casino machines, including Ultimate Fire Link Explosion, Huff N Even More Puff, and Devil’s Lock. Table games, including blackjack, roulette, and poker tables.
Speakers and guests at the event included Revo President Aaron Gomes, Executive Director of Mount Washington Valley Promotions Lisa DuFault, and the Mount Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce.
“It’s exciting to open Revo Casino and Social House and see the community’s enthusiasm for our gaming, entertainment and dining options. Beyond entertainment, Revo Casino and Social House will also support nonprofits across the Mount Washington Valley. We’re proud to be part of this community and contribute to its success,” said Gomes.
“This facility will make such an incredible difference for so many nonprofits in the Mount Washington Valley. The support that Revo Casino and Social House provides allows organizations like ours to better serve our communities and care for those in need. The impact is truly life changing,” said Lisa DuFault, Executive Director of Mount Washington Valley Promotions.
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Spinomenal, the leading iGaming content provider, has made its US debut after launching an exciting collaboration with a leading operator in the state of New Jersey, and is anticipating many more valuable collaborations with top tier online casinos.
Following impressive growth rates, Spinomenal is making a major move into the New Jersey iGaming market, marking a key step in its global expansion. By entering this crucial U.S. region, Spinomenal will bring its innovative games to a new audience, strengthening its presence and leadership in the iGaming industry.
Spinomenal’s specially selected titles will be going live via Pariplay’s Fusion aggregation platform in the New Jersey market. Some of the outstanding titles being made available for NJ players are Demi Gods II, Majestic Wild Buffalo and Kitsune’s Scrolls.
This marks a major milestone in Spinomenal’s strategic expansion plan, as this debut establishes the company’s initial presence within the New Jersey market, with further growth anticipated across the US iGaming ecosystem. This move underscores Spinomenal’s commitment to expanding its global footprint and further solidifying its position as a leader in the online casino industry.
Lior Shvartz, CEO for Spinomenal commented: “After a decade of establishing and positioning Spinomenal as a leading provider in the iGaming industry, we have now taken a big leap and will provide our exciting content to the esteemed New Jersey audience. We are highly optimistic about entering this prominent market, following the process of obtaining approval from the DGE.”
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