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March 28, 2008 - Wager Works Software has released a new online casino game to the tune of "You ain't nothing but a hound dog". And you better get your blue suede shoes on before you try spinning the reels on this unique slot. How unique, you ask? Do I really need to say? Well, just in case you haven't seen the ghost of Elvis at your neighborhood 7 Eleven, uh yes, Wager Works' latest slot is themed on the rock-star legend himself.

In reality, the game is actually not that unique. Called "Elvis" (go figure), the new online slot is based on the brick 'n mortar casino prototype. For those of you who are unfamiliar with Wager Works, they are owned by International Gaming Technology, which is the largest casino slot machine manufacturer in the world. Not only does this give Wager Works the rights to make online counterparts of all of IGT's uniquely branded games, like Elvis, it gives Wager Works games immediate brand recognition.

The online version of Elvis has been a long time in the making. It was initially scheduled for release last year, but developers wanted to make sure there were absolutely no glitches in the reels or in the accompanying songs played by the King himself. Furthermore, there are multiple bonus features, including an interactive bonus, multi-strike elements paying up to 4x winnings. A lot of work to say the least, the wait has apparently been worth it.

The two bonus rounds for Elvis are called "Fan-O-Meter" and "Photo Memories". "Fan-O-Meter" is engaged when three corresponding symbols show up adjacent to the first three reels of a payline. The interactive aspect is in choosing a television, after which a clip is played showing Elvis do his thing in front of adoring fans. The "Photo Memories" bonus round consists of spinning a record to receive various awards, including multiple spin winnings.

Ironically, if you reside in the U.S., you'll have to settle for the land-based predecessor of the Elvis online casino video slot. Wager Works currently does not allow U.S. players to gamble at its online casinos, which include Virgin Casino and Paddy Power. In fact, Elvis is only available at Virgin Casino and Paddy Power.

Originally published: March, 2008  Categories: Online Casino | Casino Games