by Darby Harris
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino recently announced the launch of FunPlay, a suite of casino-style games — with no real money ever wagered — playable for free to anyone visiting the property's Web site, www.doverdowns.com.
"This is the year of the Internet for us," said Dover Downs Chief Operating Officer Ed Sutor. "FunPlay is an exciting new way for players to learn how to play slots and other games at home, or to simply enjoy them for free anytime and as often as they choose."
Waltham, Mass.-based GameLogic provides the FunPlay system using the company’s Virtual Play™ platform. The multi-channel platform offers various regulatory-compliant, multimedia features for casino and lotteries.
"According to the New York Times, more than 65 million Americans are playing games regularly on the Internet," said GameLogic CEO Steven N. Kane. "And thoughtful lotteries and casinos like Dover Downs Hotel & Casino are recognizing the importance of extending their brands and relationships beyond the four walls of the casino, and of answering the overwhelming desire of their patrons for safe, secure Internet entertainment."
Dover Downs' version of FunPlay works with both dial-up and broadband Internet connections. When users click on the site's FunPlay link, they are invited to enter their player's card number, pre-register for an account or play as a guest. Accounts would need to be activated at the property, thereafter allowing members to earn rewards redeemable for hotel rooms, comped food, show tickets and other items.
The FunPlay system features table games like blackjack, craps and roulette; video poker, including Deuces Wild and Tens or Better; slots like Fountains of Cash, Pyramid Payout and Lucky Lady Liberty; and other games.