Limiting Wins

[RobWin]

Just one thing I'd point out here Rob, the effort required to go to a B&M and sit down and play is more than online. It's easy just to flop around online casinos whereas at a B&M the physical act of movement is counteracted by the omni-present lure of MacDonalds

Maybe I am comparing two different things here.........I guess I should compare my free $125.00 coupon to my earned comp points online....but even some comp points online have wagering requirements attached to them also before you can just cash them out and leave...so I am still not quite convenced of the difference.

[Simmo!]

Maybe I am comparing two different things here.........I guess I should compare my free $125.00 coupon to my earned comp points online....but even some comp points online have wagering requirements attached to them also before you can just cash them out and leave...so I am still not quite convenced of the difference.

Sorry, what I mean is that Harrahs can be pretty sure that most people who bring in their coupons will stay at their B&M for a while rather than walk around others, so its a more effective way of bringing in the punters than perhaps a similar online promo where it is easier just to wander in, do the wagering, wander off. At a B&M, if you making a trip of it, you're more likely to make more of it I'd have thought.

[AussieDave]

This is why I hate the whole signup bonus thing...it just causes problems for everyone apart from the few who know how to use them...

so true!

But assuming the T&C's are very clear regards limits, then hey it's a freebie, if you don't like it don't take it

Exactly...

RTG casino's generally have a notorious past for saying one thing in the their promos and meaning another in their T&C's. (that's not a personal dig btw, just a general observation).

I few years back I spoke with Michael Staw (for those who don't know he's the CEO of RTG) on this exact topic. It's my understanding that (least back then 2003) more than a few RTG casino owners are not very savvy when it comes to writing their T&C's, which turns into a nightmare when they push out over the top bonuses too.

Most gamblers are not legal eagles (I'm not), hence trying to make head & tail of T&C's becomes a linguistic exercise in mental torture. Something I don't feel is needed. Why on earth don't make T&C's plain and simple is a question that baffles me. Or is it intended to confuse the sh#t out of people and that's where you make your killing!

In regards to this whole bonus ( progressive slots) issue I tend to side with Vesuvio's views.

As to limiting payouts - why not simply exclude progressive slots from bonus play, if that's a problem? Though I wouldn't be suprised if it works out as financially beneficial to you without limits. Allowing them and restricting payouts is encouraging players to throw away their money at an enormous house edge. I know that's what you want, but it's a bit below the belt.

[RobWin]

Sorry, what I mean is that Harrahs can be pretty sure that most people who bring in their coupons will stay at their B&M for a while rather than walk around others, so its a more effective way of bringing in the punters than perhaps a similar online promo where it is easier just to wander in, do the wagering, wander off. At a B&M, if you making a trip of it, you're more likely to make more of it I'd have thought.

Yes, I see your point here Simmo

[Rettahs]

phynqster, I do have to ask what casino you are working for now since it doesn't seem to be listed in your profile. I have a lot more thoughts about the posts in here but I am very curious as to which casino you work for before I make my comments. Not that I am in fear of any backlash but I just like to know who I am talking with :-).

[Simmo!]

phynqster, I do have to ask what casino you are working for now since it doesn't seem to be listed in your profile. I have a lot more thoughts about the posts in here but I am very curious as to which casino you work for before I make my comments. Not that I am in fear of any backlash but I just like to know who I am talking with :-).

here's a clue Rettahs http://www.casinomeister.com/forums/...330-shark.html

[1819]

i think the big issue here is offering a bonus to get people to deposit. maybe online casinos should stop this practice and focus on rewarding the people that do. cut down on bonus hunters by getting rid of the big bonus'. sure b&m casinos offer tons of money back with no strings attached but you have to have played first. i get tons of "free" stuff from b&m's including alot of cash but that is a reward for dropping tons of money in their properties. offering a nice deposit bonus with decent playthrough and no max cashout along with good comp points with no restrictions is most appealing. there are a few online places this way and those are the ones who get my money. i dont even look at the offer that's "too good to be true" 400% bonus and such. i put that up there with the guy selling rolex's on the boardwalk for 100 bucks. keep walking. peace...