Table game supplier Galaxy Gaming, Inc announced that the Washington State Gambling Commission unanimously approved its petition to amend a state rule to allow full implementation of all features of Galaxy’s “Emperor’s Challenge Pai Gow Poker” casino table game.

Emperor's Challenge is the first table game available with Galaxy's Bonus Jackpot System, or BJS, which allows players to place an optional fourth wager to qualify for a progressive jackpot prize. The previous rule restricted players to place no more than three of the four available wagers. The new rule will allow the side bet to be activated on games at 78 casinos in Washington, according to the manufacturer.

The same day the rule change was announced, the Gambling Commission released a report showing that Emperor's Challenge is the No. 1 proprietary casino poker game in the state, dropping Shuffle Master’s Fortune Pai Gow Poker to second place.

“This rule change is huge for us,” commented Robert Pietrosanto, Galaxy Gaming's sales manager. “Although Emperor's Challenge became No. 1, a large number of casino operators told us they were waiting for this rule change before placing their order for the BJS version. Since Friday’s ruling, orders are pouring in. I anticipate at least another 50 units over and above our current backlog.”

By Staff