IGT Casino Management Systems with Cardless Connect, Mobile Applications and Gaming Machines Selected for Resorts World Catskills

LONDON, Oct. 11, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") IGT today announced that it has reached an agreement with Montreign Operating Company, LLC to feature IGT casino management systems, games and solutions at Resorts World Catskills, slated to be open in early 2018.

Following an extensive evaluation process, IGT was selected to provide Resorts World Catskills with IGT Advantage^® systems, the leading floor share of electronic gaming machines, and IGT Cardless Connect^™ technology, which will enable loyalty program access and cashless transfer of funds through players' mobile devices.

"In partnering with IGT, we are able to provide our customers with unique gaming technology and features that will differentiate Resorts World Catskills from the competition," said Ryan Eller, Montreign Operating Company President & CEO. "Leveraging IGT's innovative products will help us to exceed our patrons' expectations, providing them with new and exciting experiences while driving loyalty to our brand."

"We wish to thank Resorts World Catskills for sharing IGT's commitment to innovation. From our casino management systems and mobile technologies to the leading floor share of IGT games, we're bringing some of the best solutions from across our portfolio to Resorts World Catskills," said Nick Khin, IGT Chief Commercial Officer, North America Gaming & Interactive. "We expect Resorts World Catskills to deliver a world-class entertainment experience that can set a new standard of excellence for casino operations and player engagement."

In addition to selecting IGT Advantage casino management systems for its patron interaction capabilities through Media Manager and Service Window solutions, Resorts World Catskills will leverage Floor Manager, Media Manager and a full suite of unique bonusing applications including Table Hot Seat, Return Play^®, Point Play^®, Xtra Credit^® and Carded Lucky Coin^™. To increase service capabilities and reduce downtime, Resorts World Catskills will implement IGT mobile systems solutions Mobile Notifier, Mobile Dashboard, and Mobile Comps.

Among the vast selection of IGT games chosen by Resorts World Catskills, players will experience some of the latest hardware and content innovation. IGT cabinets include the CrystalCurve^™ ULTRA, CrystalCurve^™ and CrystalCurve^™ TRUE 4D^™, in addition to the CrystalDual^™ + Stepper, S3000XL^™ and MEGATOWER^™. These cabinets will demonstrate content ranging from IGT's Proven Performers in core video, to industry-leading stepper and premium licensed content and the Company's heralded SPHINX^™ 4D game.

As a leading innovator in casino management systems, IGT offers a wide range of systems solutions to meet the needs of any-sized operation.  IGT Advantage, Casinolink®, GALAXIS^™ and SYSTEM2go^™ empower server-based solutions such as Floor Manager and Media Manager to engage players and enable more efficient casino operations.  Bonusing and applications, progressive jackpot solutions, ticketing products and the dynamic Tournament Manager application drive game play by enhancing player experiences and incentives.

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About IGT
IGT IGT is the global leader in gaming. We enable players to experience their favorite games across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and Lotteries to Interactive and Social Gaming. Leveraging a wealth of premium content, substantial investment in innovation, in-depth customer intelligence, operational expertise and leading-edge technology, our gaming solutions anticipate the demands of consumers wherever they decide to play. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has over 12,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

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About Resorts World Catskills
Beautifully situated in the pristine Catskills, Resorts World Casino is part of a $1.2 billion four-season destination resort being developed in the Town of Thompson in Sullivan County, approximately 90 miles from New York City. Resorts World Catskills branded resort casino will include an 18-story casino, hotel and entertainment complex with approximately 100,000 square feet of casino floor, over 130 table games, 2,150 state of the art slot machines, a poker room and private gaming salons. Guest amenities will include 332 all-suite luxury rooms, which include 12 penthouse suites, 8 garden suites and 7 two-story villas, two indoor pools, a spa and fitness center — all designed to meet 5-star and 5-diamond standards. Guests will be able to choose from over 10 varied bar and restaurant experiences, including fine dining, and an Italian steakhouse created by celebrity chef Scott Conant. Guest can also enjoy year-round live entertainment at the over 2,000-seat event center, casino bars, restaurants and lounges.

Expected to open in March 2018, the destination resort in which Resorts World Catskills is located, will also include an entertainment village providing additional entertainment, food and accommodations, and a Rees Jones-redesigned golf course. In addition, the destination resort will include an indoor waterpark lodge.

Resort World Catskills Contact:
Charlie Degliomini
845.794.4100 x 452
cdegliomini@empireresorts.com

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