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October 14, 2025 at 2:06 pm #2811
ronswanson
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Yeah, that totally makes sense. I used to work at a casino bar, and most older guests preferred the classic machines — something about the clinking coins and flashing lights that brought back memories. Younger players, though, seem more into games that feel interactive, with skill or story elements. I read an article on https://www.thehansindia.com/news/international/why-millennials-are-abandoning-the-one-armed-bandit-1007680 that said millennials are leaving traditional slots behind because they grew up with video games that give them control and constant feedback. Maybe the gambling industry just hasn’t caught up with that yet.