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PRODUCT: IMPACT 49 Slot Platform • MANUFACTURER: Eclipse Gaming Systems

by Frank Legato

Eclipse Gaming Systems is introducing the premium IMPACT 49 slot platform, launching in early 2022 exclusively for Class II tribal gaming markets. The IMPACT 49 is the newest addition to Eclipse’s IMPACT cabinet family, which also includes the proven IMPACT 43 and IMPACT 27 platforms.

With its sleek lines, crystal-clear 49-inch 4K floating portrait display, dynamic LED lighting, and a library of entertaining game content, the IMPACT 49 is a striking attraction designed to maximize floor performance. The cabinet’s vivid and expansive 49-inch 4K floating portrait multi-touch display is designed to showcase engaging new 4K game content that delivers an elevated player experience.

Dynamic LED lighting and enhanced audio immerse players in a cinematic gaming experience engineered to keep them entertained.

The cabinet also features a sleek, ergonomic button deck with physical repeat dual bet (bash) buttons to enhance the experience, while an integrated USB charging port adds an additional layer of player comfort and extends the play experience. Crowning the cabinet is a 27inch video topper designed to attract, while multiple base configurations seamlessly fit into any casino footprint.

Game content for Eclipse’s IMPACT 49 slot platform includes a library of video slot titles offering player-favorite features such as multi-level jackpots, wheel bonuses, pick features, free games, hold-and-spins, and expanding reels. Upcoming themes include Raging Bull, Big Shake Neon, Big Shake Carnival, Lucky Bao Bai, and Big and Bad Bolt, to name a few.

For more information, visit eclipsegamingsystems.com.

Hassle-Free Funding

PRODUCT: VIP Preferred • MANUFACTURER: Global Payments, Inc.

VIP Preferred is Global Payments’ industry-standard e-check and ACH network, and serves as the engine that brings the company’s product suite to life.

VIP Preferred provides several benefits to patrons, including hassle-free cash access, higher limits and lower fees. After a one-time enrollment, VIP Preferred members have access to more than 400 North American land-based, mobile and online gaming locations. Patrons can effortlessly transfer balances from one operator to the next using a single account. VIP Preferred leverages a multi-channel approach to connect online and brick-and-mortar experiences through the VIP Mobility app.

Global Payments’ VIP Mobility is the industry’s first mobile solution enabling true cashless gaming. By harnessing the flexibility and ease of Global Payments’ groundbreaking VIP Preferred account network, plus functions like eCheck and Choice 4 deferred settlement, patrons can directly transfer funds from their VIP Preferred balance to their favorite online game or casino game with the touch of a screen.

VIP Mobility’s intuitive user interface takes the legwork out of the funding process, ensuring that play is never interrupted. As the only omnichannel funding solution in the market, VIP Mobility delivers a seamless funding experience to patrons across all mobile and online devices.

VIP Mobility interoperates with VIP Financial Center, the industry’s first full-service solution providing convenient self-service TITO tickets, bill-breaking, e-check, ATM and cash advance capabilities to casino guests who prefer to use cash. The high-performance solution equips casino operators with robust service capability, high dependability, easy serviceability, and enhanced security, all in a slim profile design.

This enables casinos to achieve maximum value for the floor space occupied by their kiosk solution, saving more room for revenue-producing slot machines or table games. VIP Financial Center not only enhances the patron experience, but it helps casinos maximize spending across all properties.

Delivering a single source for self-service ticket redemption, cash access and cashless gaming capabilities, Global Payments’ solutions are designed to meet the payment preferences of all patrons. Global Payments’ solutions provide patrons with safe, secure and trusted cash access at the cage, on the casino floor, and online.

With more than 3 million patrons currently using VIP Preferred, it is the premier way for them to enroll and play in a new, digital, innovative manner.

For more information, visit globalpayments.com.