IGT Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin Electronic Table Game Makes Global Debut in Las Vegas

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IGT (NYSE:IGT) has launched its new Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin electronic table game (ETG) at Downtown Grand Casino in Las Vegas, marking the product's global debut. The innovative ETG features a distinctive 9-plus-feet upright video wheel and incorporates familiar elements from the Wheel of Fortune slots franchise, including word puzzles, wheel spins, and jackpot rewards.

The game operates on IGT's GameAce ETG platform, allowing players to place color-coded bets corresponding to wheel wedges. Players win by matching their wagers to digital spin outcomes, with special features like the Fortune Spin Bonus and Jackpot Bonus activating the physical wheel for enhanced win celebrations.

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• First-to-market product innovation in the ETG segment
• Leverages the strong Wheel of Fortune brand recognition
• Expands IGT's ETG portfolio following success of GameAce Roulette and Mesa4K terminals

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IGT's new Wheel of Fortune ETG expands their product portfolio with a recognizable brand, potentially boosting recurring revenue from casino floors.

IGT's launch of the Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin electronic table game (ETG) represents a strategic expansion of their electronic gaming portfolio. By leveraging the iconic Wheel of Fortune brand—a franchise that has been successful in slots for nearly three decades—IGT is applying a proven formula to the ETG segment.

The product incorporates several design elements that suggest strong revenue potential. The prominent 9-plus-feet upright video wheel creates significant visual presence on the casino floor, driving player curiosity and engagement. This physical design feature addresses a key challenge in casino floor economics: attracting player attention in crowded gaming environments.

From an operational perspective, the integration with IGT's existing GameAce Roulette and Mesa4K terminal infrastructure demonstrates the company's platform strategy of expanding content across established hardware systems. This approach typically yields higher margins as development costs can be amortized across a broader installation base.

The Downtown Grand Casino installation serves as a critical proof-of-concept, with early feedback suggesting strong customer recognition and engagement. As casino director Paul Phillips notes, players are "eager to try their favorite slots brand in a new format," indicating the cross-category brand leverage is working as intended.

The game mechanics, which blend traditional ETG betting with the familiar puzzle board and wheel spins from the television show, represent an interesting fusion that could attract both traditional table game players and slots enthusiasts, potentially expanding IGT's addressable market within casino floors.

Downtown Grand Casino becomes first casino in the world to have electronic table games players chanting "WHEEL-OF-FORTUNE!"

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- IGT announced today that its much-anticipated Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin electronic table game ("ETG") recently made its world debut at Downtown Grand Casino in Las Vegas, Nev. The vibrant standalone ETG game includes many of the attributes that have propelled the success of the Wheel of Fortune slots franchise for nearly three decades including word puzzles, wheel spins and exciting jackpot rewards. The game is accompanied by an attention-grabbing, 9-plus-feet upright video wheel that stands independent of the ETG terminals and entertains casino guests with the famous "WHEEL-OF-FORTUNE!" chant.

"Downtown Grand was delighted to have the world premiere of IGT's Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin ETG solution on our gaming floor," said Paul Phillips, Downtown Grand Las Vegas, Director of Casino Operations. "Our guests instantly connected with the Wheel of Fortune brand and are eager to try their favorite slots brand in a new format. The stature and appeal of game's accompanying 'Big Wheel' is inspiring a wide range of players to give the new game a try."

"Building on the continued success of IGT's GameAce Roulette and Mesa4K terminals across North America, we are thrilled to introduce Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin to ETG players," said Nick Khin, IGT CEO, Gaming. "The successful launch of Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin at Downtown Grand Casino speaks to the excitement that we can bring to a gaming floor, the universal appeal of the Wheel of Fortune brand, and IGT's commitment to delivering game-changing innovation."

IGT's Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin game is enjoyed on the Company's GameAce ETG offering and features an intuitive gameplay design. To make a wager, players select a color-coded bet amount that corresponds with the colored wedges on the game's digital Wheel of Fortune wheel. Players win when their wager matches the digital spin outcome, filling in letters in the game's iconic puzzle board. The game's Fortune Spin Bonus and Jackpot Bonus activate the solution's large physical wheel, delivering a highly visible and recognizable win celebration on the gaming floor.

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About IGT
IGT is a leading global provider of gaming, digital and financial technology solutions, formed through the combination of International Game Technology PLC's Gaming & Digital Business and Everi Holdings Inc. IGT's offering spans gaming machines, game content and systems, iGaming, sports betting, cash access, loyalty and player engagement solutions, enabling it to deliver integrated, customer-centric experiences across land-based and digital environments. Organized into Gaming, Digital and FinTech business units, IGT drives innovation, efficiency and value for casino, digital and hospitality operators worldwide. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas.

About Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino
Awarded the 2021 TripAdvisor® Travelers' Choice and the 2020 AAA Inspector's Best of Housekeeping Award, Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino is a unique hospitality and entertainment destination right in the heart of revitalized downtown Las Vegas. Located on 3rd Street between Ogden and Stewart, Downtown Grand encompasses an entire urban block of hotel, casino, and dining amenities. With the opening of its third hotel tower in September 2020, the property features an eight-story, 18-story, and 25-story tower adjoined by a walking bridge elevated over 3rd Street, with 1,124 guest rooms and suites offering luxury accommodations that set a new standard for sophistication and style in Downtown Las Vegas. Downtown Grand's casino offerings include 25,000 square feet of gaming space with the hottest slot machines, table games, and the new Caesars Race & Sportsbook. Restaurants, bars, and entertainment options include Freedom Beat, Furnace Bar, Art Bar, Sidebar, Delirious Comedy Club, and the 2021 TripAdvisor® Travelers' Choice Award winner – Las Vegas steakhouse Triple George Grill. Winners across six categories in Casino Player magazine's 2023 Best of Dining & Nightlife Awards, Pizza Rock, Freedom Beat, Citrus Grand Pool Deck, Delirious Comedy Club, and Triple George were awarded Best Pizza, Best Desserts and Late-Night Dining, Best Outdoor Dining, Best Comedy Club and Best Happy Hour, respectively. Partnering venues include the famous Hogs & Heifers saloon and Pizza Rock, renowned as one of the best pizza restaurants in the city. Downtown Grand features Citrus Grand Pool Deck, a rooftop pool experience with more than 35,000 square feet of entertainment and special event space, an infinity pool, restaurant and bar, semi-private cabanas, a fire pit, and a grass seating area. 

Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino is a member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Connect Collection. All guests are eligible to enroll in the I Prefer Hotel rewards program, which extends points redeemable for cash-value Reward Certificates, elite status, and special benefits such as complimentary Internet to members upon every stay at more than 700 participating Preferred Hotels & Resorts locations worldwide. For more information, call (702) 719-5100 or visit downtowngrand.com 

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FAQ

What is IGT's new Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin ETG?

It's a new electronic table game that combines traditional Wheel of Fortune elements like word puzzles and wheel spins with ETG gameplay, featuring a 9-plus-feet upright video wheel and jackpot rewards.

Where did IGT launch its first Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin ETG?

The game made its world debut at Downtown Grand Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

How does IGT's Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin ETG work?

Players select color-coded bet amounts matching colored wedges on a digital wheel. Wins occur when wagers match spin outcomes, filling letters in the puzzle board. Special bonuses activate a large physical wheel for celebrations.

What features are included in IGT's new Wheel of Fortune ETG?

The game includes word puzzles, wheel spins, jackpot rewards, Fortune Spin Bonus, Jackpot Bonus, and a large physical wheel for win celebrations.

Which casino platform does IGT's Wheel of Fortune Big Money Spin use?

The game operates on IGT's GameAce ETG platform, which has been successful with other products like GameAce Roulette and Mesa4K terminals.