IGT Launches Racing Machine Deployments in Virginia

International Game Technology PLC has ed forces with Exacta Systems to expand its footprint in Virginia via historical horse racing (HHR) machines.

The new deal between the two brands will allow IGT to provide Peninsula Pacific Entertainment-operated venues with HRM-variations of popular IGT video slot themes including Fortune Coin®, Red Hot Tamales! ® and Solar Disc™. The distribution will be made via CrystalCurve® and CrystalDual® 27 cabinets.

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Commenting on the new milestone, Exacta Systems CEO, Jeremy Stein said:

“As the historical horse racing segment continues to grow across the U.S., Exacta Systems is thrilled to partner with leading content provider IGT to ensure that players have access to the highest caliber game content and cabinets in the market. The recent deployment of IGT’s historical racing machines in Virginia introduces a compelling, casino-style entertainment experience that is new to the Commonwealth and will help drive growth for our customers.”

IGT Chief Operating Officer, Nick Khin noted:

“IGT’s distribution agreement with Exacta Systems enables us to pursue exciting new growth opportunities like those offered in Virginia’s expanding historical horse racing market. With IGT’s performance-tested content and proven hardware portfolio, we can offer a steady stream of new HHR experiences that engage players and elevate the profile and success of the entire HHR gaming segment.”

Peninsula Pacific Entertainment Chief Operating Officer, Aaron Gomes mentioned:

“Introducing IGT’s exceptional HRM content and cabinets to our gaming venues throughout Virginia has been a welcomed addition to the quality of entertainment that we can offer our players. As we look to drive growth and differentiate our offering, IGT’s video slot-style HRM games captured our players’ attention and brought some of the gaming industry’s most popular slot themes to our gaming floor.”

Virginia will be the second state in the USA where IGT deploys its HRMs.

About:

International Game Technology PLC is a leading provider of iGaming products in the sector. Thanks to its innovative mission and responsible gambling solutions, the brand delivers some of the best products such as gaming machines, Lotteries, Sports Betting and Digital content. IGT has a presence and stable relationship with regulators from more than 100 locations around the globe. It also employs about 11000 people.

Source:

“IGT Expands World-Class Content and Hardware Footprint with Historical Racing Machine Deployments in Virginia”, igt.com, February 11, 2021.