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Are skill-based casino games a reliable way to supplement income?

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There is no doubt that the global iGaming industry is in a great place right now and has seen rapid expansion all over the world in the last few years, especially in the UK. While the many excellent casino platforms online are a big reason behind this, so too are the game companies involved in the industry.

Of course, the promotions offered by iGaming platforms also helps attract players and the best casino bonuses UK sites offer are truly impressive. Whether it is the Welcome Package new players get or reloads for existing customers, the bonuses given out are a big factor in the rise of internet casino sites.

Although everyone in countries like the UK plays casino games for fun, some will also play to make a little extra cash to supplement their main income. If you choose to do this, the game(s) you decide to try are important. It is generally accepted that skill-based games are worth focusing on, as you have more control of whether you win or lose your bet.

Due to this level of control, it is true to say that skill-based casino titles can be a good way to win extra money each month. If you put in enough practise and play regularly, it is also true to say that they can be a reliable way to generate additional funds as well.

Skill-based gambling games that pay real money

Britain’s obsession with video games is well-known but skill-based gambling games are also popular around the land. But which are some of the most popular that pay real money? Although there are lots of different skill-based games to play in the UK for real cash, the below remain some of the best-loved:

  • Blackjack
  • Skill-based slots
  • Poker
  • Craps
  • Live Games

You will easily find all of the above at any decent iGaming platform and they can all potentially offer a reliable way to supplement your income.

Which is the best casino game to win money?

It is widely accepted that blackjack is the best because it has the lowest house edge usually (around 0.5% at most internet casinos). This basically means the casino has less of an advantage over players and you have a bigger chance of winning money. If you also use blackjack crib cards you can find for free online to help, then you can tip the odds further in your favour.

Craps can also offer a low house edge on certain bets and this makes it another game worth focusing on. If you stick to ‘Don’t come/Don’t pass’ bets for example, the house edge is just 1.4% at most internet casinos. Although you might not see this dice-game as overly skilled, the decision making involved when betting enables it to qualify.

Skill-based slots also deserve a mention in terms of being good games to potentially win money from. These slots are often more interactive than standard ones and enable players to make in-game decisions which then affect the outcome of the game. If you stick to ones that offer high RTP figures, the odds are further tipped in your favour.

Poker does not have a house edge as such because you play against other players, rather than the casino. If you are very good at it though, it can be a decent choice to make some extra cash regularly with.

Online gambling sites in the UK

There is no doubt that the UK is one of the biggest markets in the online casino industry. Much of this comes down to the superb features top-class iGaming platforms in the UK offer to players. From awesome bonuses to outstanding site design, unrivalled customer support, high-end security and game from the best developers around, UK internet casinos are some of the most innovative. When you also think of how cryptocurrency could impact the gaming sector and how internet casinos might use other future advances to offer more, it gets very exciting.

Of course, to access all these benefits you need to find the best place to play at. A good way to make this simpler and faster is using online casino review sites. These handy sites bring together the best UK casinos to consider and run the rule over them for you.

Skill-based casino games can make you money

The simple fact is that skill-based casino games can be a reliable way to make extra cash. This of course does not mean they are guaranteed to or that you will make millions! If you get good enough at the game(s) you play though and play regularly, you can make enough each month to give your main income a nice boost.

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Scientific Games Campaigns for Seventh Holiday Season to Promote Responsible Gifting of Lottery Games

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Company Raises Awareness for NCPG’s Annual Gift Responsibly Message

Scientific Games continues to promote responsible gaming worldwide, joining the National Council on Problem Gambling’s annual Gift Responsibly holiday campaign for the seventh consecutive year. Through this initiative, the world’s largest provider of lottery games underscores the NCPG’s important message that lottery games are not intended for children. Scientific Games joins lotteries in Argentina, Austria, Bulgaria, Canada, Ireland, the United Kingdom and U.S. in the 2024 Gift Responsibly campaign, helping raise awareness about the risks of gifting lottery games to minors during the holidays.

Jim Schultz, Executive Vice President, Global Legal & Public Policy, said, “Scientific Games is committed to educating all stakeholders about what it means to practice Healthy Play. This includes empowering consumers with the knowledge to make informed choices by keeping lottery games out of children’s hands through our ongoing support of NCPG’s Gift Responsibly campaign. Lottery games make great gifts for adults, but not for kids. Through the continued efforts of our VP of Responsible Gaming Carla Schaefer, it’s all part of our goal to help educate.”

Scientific Games champions responsible gaming education year-round through its award-winning Healthy Play program. The program equips lotteries with science-based tools, insights and best practices to inform all stakeholders about the healthy enjoyment of lottery games, including understanding appropriate age guidelines for lottery play.

As the first lottery supplier to support the NCPG’s Gift Responsibly campaign, and one of the first suppliers to attain global certification as a Responsible Gaming Supplier from the World Lottery Association, Scientific Games is at the forefront of the industry’s responsible gaming efforts. Since then, the Healthy Play program has been recognized with multiple Communitas Awards, including the 2023 Award for Excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility, further solidifying the company’s continuing role as a steward of responsible gaming.

Scientific Games is the world’s largest creator, producer and manager of lottery instant games and a leader in lottery technology, sports betting systems, digital lottery games, mobile apps, and player loyalty programs.

Healthy Play™ is a trademark of Scientific Games. ©2023 Scientific Games, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

 

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Red Bull Media House Announces Global Premiere of Counter-Strike Documentary ‘Memories of CS:GO – The Final Years’

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  • Emmy Award-winning Red Bull Media House-produced Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) documentary is set to premiere on 4 December
  • ‘Memories of CS:GO – The Final Years’ features personal insights from legendary talent, including Casper “cadiaN” Møller, Nicolai “dev1ce” Reedtz, Alexandre “gAuLeS” Borba and more
  • Fans can tune in via Red Bull Gaming’s YouTube channel

Red Bull’s deep dive into the glory years of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) continues with the announcement of ‘Memories of CS:GO – The Final Years’, a brand new documentary set to premiere globally on 4 December 2024.

Produced by Emmy Award-winning Red Bull Media House, the new feature-length film closely follows 2024’s ‘Memories of CS:GO – The Early Years’, which charted the origins of one of the world’s most influential games from its grassroots beginnings to its evolution as a global esports phenomenon. Continuing the saga, ‘Memories of CS:GO – The Final Years’ chronicles an emotional journey from the perspective of its key protagonists, recalling the thrilling rise of Team Liquid as Team Astralis’ reign falls, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, all the way to Team Vitality’s victory at the last-ever CS:GO Major.

Hosted by Freya “Freya” Spiers, the brand new 90-minute film features personal accounts from iconic figures including Astralis’ trio of Nicolai “dev1ce” Reedtz, Casper “cadiaN” Møller, Peter “dupreeh” Rasmussen, as well as Team Liquid’s Jonathan “Elige” Jablonowski and Jordan “n0thing” Gilbert. As it explores fierce rivalries, pivotal roster changes that changed the course of CS:GO history, and the perseverance, teamwork and passion that forged the game’s legends, ‘Memories of CS:GO – The Final Years’ also delves into the fierce dedication of the Brazilian community with Alexandre “gAuLeS” Borba and Wilton “zews” Prado, looking back at Brazil’s first-ever Major.

‘Memories of CS:GO – The Final Years’ is a sweeping tale of toil, triumph, and teamwork that offers an insightful look into the remarkable trajectory of CS:GO and the unwavering support and dedication of its community. It’s scheduled to premiere December 4, 2024 via Red Bull Gaming’s YouTube channel.

Event Details:

  • What: Premiere of “Memories of CS:GO – The Final Years”
  • When: December 4th, 2024
  • Where to watch: Red Bull Gaming’s YouTube Channel

 

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Guilhoto to lead GIANTX in the LEC

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The Portuguese head coach signs a two-year deal to guide GIANTX in Europe’s top esports league and aim for the Worlds. Guilhoto embarks on his third tenure with the organization and returns to the LEC after reaching two finals.

Nico Perez and Emi complete the coaching staff

André Guilhoto will be the head coach of GIANTX in the League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC), Europe’s premier esports league. Guilhoto returns to the organization to replace Christophe ‘Kaas’ van Oudheusden and lead its League of Legends international project. His goal is to qualify the team for the Worlds. He has signed a two-year contract for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.

Guilhoto (Portugal, 1994) returns to both GIANTX and the LEC. Between 2018 and 2020, he coached several teams in the European league, including reaching two finals with Schalke 04 and Origen. He entered the European scene after winning the Spanish league with GIANTX, then known as Giants Gaming.

After his time in the LEC, he coached in North America with Immortals and Team Liquid. In 2023, he returned to Málaga to work with Giants, which later merged with British club Excel to form GIANTX. In 2024, he coached in the Superliga with CASE Esports and Team Heretics, where he won the Spanish championship.

Guilhoto is one of the most experienced head coaches in the scene and a well-known figure within the Spanish-speaking League of Legends community. GIANTX announced his return with a video confirming his new role as head coach.

GIANTX looks to Guilhoto to improve its results in the LEC. The team finished eighth in the winter and spring splits and reached the summer season finals, but missed out on qualifying for the Worlds. The organization aims to achieve this goal with Guilhoto leading the coaching staff.

Joining Guilhoto in Berlin, the home of the LEC, are assistant coach Nico Perez (France, 1998) and strategic coach Emanuel Ursachi ‘Emi’ (Romania, 1995). Nico spent the last year with GIANTX, first as head coach in the Superliga and then as assistant coach in the LEC. Emi, now in his second tenure with the company, will serve as the strategic coach.

The LEC season begins on January 18, 2025. GIANTX will announce the roster under Guilhoto’s leadership in the coming days.

 

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