Light & Wonder and PENN Entertainment debut live dealer games in Michigan

Light & Wonder has rolled out branded live casino games streamed from PENN Entertainment's Hollywood Casino at Greektown in Detroit, Michigan.

The launch marks the first time that Light & Wonder has created bespoke live dealer tables using an operator’s brand in Michigan, giving Hollywood Casino's online players access to live dealer versions of baccarat and blackjack.

Dana Jackel, VP of commercial and managing director of US iGaming at Light & Wonder, commented: “This is a very exciting launch for us. We expect that the combination of the Hollywood Casino brand and our premium features will make for a highly relevant and extraordinarily fun gaming experience in North America.

“We believe PENN Entertainment’s players will love our feature-packed live dealer casino portfolio, and we look forward to enjoying mutual success in Michigan and beyond.”

Jason Birney, VP of operations at PENN Interactive, said: “We are pleased to partner with Light & Wonder to launch these bespoke gaming options for our customers in Michigan.

“The addition of these games enhances our overall online casino offering in the state and creates important omnichannel touchpoints between our Greektown property and our Hollywood Casino product.”

Shares in Light & Wonder Inc. (NASDAQ:LNW) closed 0.93 per cent lower at $107.20 per share in New York Wednesday, 3 per cent off their 52-week high of $110.50 per share. Shares in Penn Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ:PENN) closed 2.96 per cent lower at $18.70 per share.