The Parx Shippensburg Casino in Pennsylvania, USA, is about to undergo a significant upgrade since its opening, with live dealer table games entering regulatory testing and pre-launch phases, with a grand opening weekend event scheduled for February 6. This addition will fill a gap since the casino's opening in 2023, providing a more social and interactive experience for players. Relevant casino upgrade compliance cases can be referenced on the PASA official website.
Pre-launch Preparation: Regulatory Testing + Community Warm-up Steadily Progressing
The casino has completed multiple stages of preparation for the launch of live dealer games, with clear timelines:
Regulatory Testing: The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) is scheduled to conduct tests from January 27 to 28, with a soft launch starting on January 30, pending final approval;
Ceremonial Debut: On January 27 at noon, Shippensburg Mayor Sean Rogers will make a symbolic blackjack bet to officially mark the debut of live dealer games, with local officials, community partners, and industry representatives invited to observe;
Official Opening: Starting February 6, a grand opening weekend event will be held, featuring a series of promotional activities to welcome players.
Core Setup: 12 Live Tables + Diverse Games for Maximum Interaction
This upgrade has clear plans for the venue, games, and experience, specifically aimed at enhancing player engagement:
Venue and Facilities: The renovated gaming area will feature 12 live tables, 72 seats, with a total casino area of 73,000 square feet, maintaining a smoke-free environment;
Game Types: Includes classic table games such as blackjack, roulette, Ultimate Texas Hold'em, and Three Card Poker, each table equipped with a dedicated dealer;
Experience Upgrade: Compared to the previous 48 electronic table game terminals, the traditional live table layout enhances direct interaction between players and dealers, creating a more social gaming atmosphere.
Community Engagement: Charitable Donations + Economic Empowerment Supporting Regional Development
The casino deeply integrates this business upgrade with local development, balancing entertainment attributes and social value:
Charitable Support: During the regulatory testing period (noon to 8 PM), table game revenues will be donated to the local senior center Branch Creek Place, supporting meal delivery services and related elderly care projects;
Economic Value: Casino General Manager John Marshall states that the expansion not only adds fun for visitors but also "genuinely creates new jobs and increases state tax revenue," continuously supporting the long-term development of Shippensburg and Cumberland County;
Infrastructure: Located next to Interstate 81, the casino, in addition to the new live tables, is equipped with about 500 slot machines, dining venues, entertainment spaces, and sports betting booths, catering to diverse player needs.
Ultimately, whether live dealer games become a permanent feature of the casino will depend on the final approval results after PGCB testing.
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