ODDS ON / VEGAS TECHNOLOGIES
Introduction
Odds On now uses the name Vegas Technologies. I continue to refer to the software as Odds On because that is the name most players are familiar with. I consider the software to be above average for a smaller group. Graphics, game selection, and general quality are good. Several new games have been added recently, including a normal house edge blackjack game (the original blackjack had a 0.73% house edge). Video poker is a weak point. >4 play video poker is still not available for most games. Some players praise the unique bonus slots with this software, while others find them disappointing. Several games have a noticeable Microgaming influence. For example, video poker and keno payouts match Microgaming. It is rumored that Odds On acquired Microgaming source code several years ago, and since then the two softwares have diverged. Software errors may occur including rare pai gow "house way" mistakes, rare mulligan poker scoring mistakes, and errors in tracking bonus wagering. In April 2006, the Odds On video poker double function was shown to have a incorrect win/loss rate. Odds On claims this was a software error and reimbursed players, after it was brought to their attention.
Game Selection & House Edge
The table below lists the available games and corresponding house edge.
| Game | House Edge |
|
Per
Initial Bet |
Per
Unit Wagered |
|
| 10 High Hold 'Em: Initial Bet | 4.07%? |
4.07%? |
| Baccarat: Banker | 1.06% |
1.06% |
| Bingo Bucks | 6.3% |
6.3% |
| Blackjack: European / Progressive | 0.73% |
0.66% |
| Blackjack: Perfect Pairs | 0.35% |
0.31% |
| Blackjack: Vegas Strip | 0.41% |
0.36% |
| Casino Hold'em | 2.16% |
0.82% |
| Craps: Pass, 1x Odds | 1.41% |
0.85% |
| Craps: Don't Pass, 1x Odds | 1.36% |
0.82% |
| Dazzling Dice | 6.64% |
6.64% |
| Caribbean Stud Poker / Island Stud Poker | 5.01% |
2.47% |
| Keno | 5
to 25% |
5
to 25% |
| Let Them Ride | 3.51% |
2.85% |
| Mulligan Poker | 3.15% |
2.17% |
| Pai Gow | ~2.7% |
~2.7% |
| Poker Dice | 8.82% |
8.82% |
| Poker Slots | 6.58% |
6.58% |
| Red Dog | 3.16% |
2.67% |
| Roulette: European | 2.70% |
2.70% |
| Roulette: American | 5.26% |
5.26% |
| Slots (usually ~50 games) | ??? |
??? |
| Tri-Card Poker: Ante & Play | 3.37% |
2.01% |
| Tri-Card Poker: Pair Plus | 2.32% |
2.32% |
| Video Poker: Aces & Faces (1-4 hands) | 0.74% |
0.74% |
| Video Poker: Deuces & Joker (1-4 hands) | 0.93% |
0.93% |
| Video Poker: Deuces Wild (1-10 hands) | 3.24% |
3.24% |
| Video Poker: Double Joker (1-4 hands) | 1.90% |
1.90% |
| Video Poker: Jacks or Better (1-4 hands) | 0.46% |
0.46% |
| Video Poker: Joker Poker (1-4 hands) | 1.40% |
1.40% |
| Video Poker: Tens or Better (1-4 hands) | 0.86% |
0.86% |
| War | 2.42% |
2.28% |
Bonuses
Odds on bonuses are all similar. They are cashable 100% match bonuses with a wagering requirement. You can withdraw your winnings from non-bonus wagers before completing the playthrough. You must complete the playthrough to withdraw the bonus. Blackjack, video poker, and nearly all table games are not allowed.
United States Residents
Odds On casinos continue to allow players from the United States. The one exception I am aware is the now closed casino Stanley VIP.
Casino List
Casinos using Odds On software are listed below. Click on a column header to sort by that measure.
| Casino | Group | Bonus EV | Max Bonus | Bonus % | Wager | Game | USA? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Poker Casino | EH New Ventures | Negative | $77 | 100% | 32xB | Slots | Yes | Only one per group |
| Caribbean Gold | EH New Ventures | Negative | $150 | 100% | 32xB | Slots | Yes | Only one per group |
| English Harbour | EH New Ventures | Negative | $450 | 150% | 33xB | Slots | Yes | Only one per group |
| Golden Casino | Casino Blasters - linked | Negative | $555 | 100% | 20xB | Slots | Yes | See Summary & Warning, No Moneybookers |
| Hetman Casino | Hot Pepper | +$35 | $50 | 100% | 40xB | Tens or Better Video Poker |
Yes | |
| Hot Pepper Casino | Hot Pepper | Negative | $225 | 150% | 72xB | Slots | Yes | |
| Millionaire Casino | EH New Ventures | Negative | $500 | 100% | 40xB | Slots | Yes | Only one per group |
| Nine.com | Leisure & Gaming? | None | None | None | None | None | Yes | Sign-up bonus has been (temporarily?) removed |
| Silver Dollar | EH New Ventures | Negative | $100 | 100% | 32xB | Slots | Yes | Only one per group, 110% bonus may be available |
| Super Slots | EH New Ventures | Negative | $300 | 100% | 40xB | Slots | Yes | Only one per group |
Table Definitions Group -- Casinos often are linked together in e group. These groups are listed in the table. I recommend not simultaneously playing two sign up bonuses from the same group. Wait until payment is received, then play at the next casino. Bonus EV -- EV stands for Expected Value. Bonus EV indicates the average expected gain of the bonus with the following strategy -- Playthrough the bonus on the listed game with unlimited banrkoll Max Bonus -- Max bonus indicates the maximum bonus that can be received. Bonus % -- Bonus % indicates the ratio between the bonus and your deposit. If a $300 bonus is given on a $100 deposit, the bonus % is 300%. Wager -- Wager indicates the wagering requirement for the bonus. All wagering requirements are expressed in terms of the bonus. Game -- Game indicates the recommended game to play the bonus. USA? --"No" means the casino allows no players from the United States. "No New " means the casino allows existing players, but does not permit new registrations. "Yes" means the casino allows players from anywhere in the United States. "Some" means the casino allows players from some US states, but not others. Microgaming casinos typically allow players in 39 US states. They do not permit players from 11 states where gambling is legislated illegal or where there have been related court cases -- Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, Wisconsin, New York and New Jersey. Notes -- Notes indicates other important things to take note of, such as associated warnings. |
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