Unlicensed “skill games” continue to spread across Pennsylvania. Since they exist in gray legal areas, the games have caused numerous issues with a number of stakeholders, including: law enforcement, PA casinos who say are siphoning business without paying the proper taxes, and local businesses that depend on them for revenue.
In May, there were two separate instances where PA county courts ruled that the “skill games” were wrongfully seized during raids and must be returned.
They look and play a lot like slot machines. Skill games can usually be found at convenience stores, VFWs and bars. The main point of contention is that winning at a slot machine is based on luck and skill games say that for players to win, some skill or ability is required.
