Writer: Buddy Frank

With the year’s end fast approaching, it’s a great time to consider where we’ve been and where we’re heading. Here’s a conversation between... more

Stefan Al 254 pp.; The MIT Press, 2017 As an operator, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve wondered what the architect was thinking (or... more

David Johnston 302 pages Doubleday, 1992 I generally don’t like to discuss Las Vegas. That’s not for any lack of excellent operators or... more

Without a doubt, the opening question when any two gaming pros gather for the next few weeks will be: “What did you think about G2E?” My... more

One noticeable trend at G2E 2019 is the lack of new licensed brand introductions. That’s not to say that there are not dozens of featured... more

At G2E, the Big Three attract most of the attention, have probably the most crowded booths, and get a lot of press. Of course, Aristocrat,... more

It’s been a good year to be Aristocrat. Their games have dominated the top ten spots in both national performance indexes... more

When the discussion drifts to important developments in slot technology, the leading candidates are usually unsurprising: virtual reels,... more

Times, and situations, change, and G2E is no exception. You’ve always needed good shoes, but today the essentials for G2E include the right... more

Here’s an update to last year’s CDC Gaming article that dealt with some pro tips for attending G2E. Several items are repeats, but with... more