IGT, Caesars Entertainment Ink Video Poker Deal, No Terms Disclosed

A global leader in casino gaming entertainment and systems technology, International Game Technology

announced today that it has struck a deal with Caesars Entertainment Corp.

to supply the gaming giant with 7,000 AVP ® Video Poker terminals.  The contract with the Las Vegas-based operator includes 3,600 G20 Uprights, 2,400 Universal Slant cabinets and 1,000 G20 Bar Tops. The new machines will replace existing units in Caesars Entertainment-operated resorts across the country and will be part of the largest gaming re-investment the company has made in 10 years. (Logo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130923/LA84142LOGO) "With a huge thank you to Caesars Entertainment, we're excited to kick off this next chapter in our long-standing great relationship, continuing our strong foothold in the video poker community," said Eric Tom, Executive Vice President of Global Sales at IGT. "Our S2000 platform has provided best-in-class performance for many years and we are excited to take the game to the next level for Caesars with our AVP platform.  Players love the excitement of