Casino games were once a strange anomaly on consoles. Often budget titles, casino games usually attracted the casual player to the world of home gaming. As mobile technology and online casinos took off, the console casino game should have vanished. Yet instead, it came out fighting, upping its game and improving what it had to offer. Below, we provide our rundown of the best casino games ever to appear on Xbox.
Prominence Poker
Prominence Poker is the definitive poker title for those who love the card game, and want it to blend with a more traditional gaming experience. Unlike most poker titles, Prominence brings narrative to the proceedings, which heightens the excitement that is often lost when real money is not on offer. It does this with a definitive character-creation screen, allowing you to customise an avatar that you take to the table.
The title is free to play and you are given a daily amount to take into the casino. As well as playing for money, you gain experience which can be used to level up your character and get things such as loot crates. Join a faction and see how far you can get as you strive to be a poker master.
Texas Hold Em is the only version on offer, but it is a great one and you won’t get bored easily. Created by Pipeworks Studios, it has a nice online community, with plenty of players still connecting.
The Casino Collection
If you want more depth in your casino experience and one with more choices than just poker, then The Casino Collection is one of the best you will find on Xbox. It has roulette, slots, craps, poker, video poker, five-card draw, and blackjack included. Oddly, its final game is named Page One and is simply a case of having a better card than your three AI opponents.
There is no levelling up or in-game purchase, just a wide range of casino titles. If anything, this can make it a little too traditional. The slot game is a classic bars and sevens affair, so if you are after a more immersive experience with bonus rounds you may want to look elsewhere. In a world of dazzling slot graphics and well-known character games like the Fluffy Favourites slot, this comes across as a little stale. However, the card games are much better and stay competitive throughout.
The Four Kings Casino and Slots
If you want the wider casino experience combined with interactive elements, Four Kings is probably the best place to go. The title comes to life when played online. It has all the games you would want such as slots, poker, and even games not usually found on console titles like baccarat.
With a thriving online following, there are lots to keep you entertained. Monthly competitions abound and there are plenty of helpful guides to get to grips with the games. Even if you want to move on to real casinos later, the forum can still be a fantastic help with strategy. Get some practice in and you may become a four-king yourself!
