Bicycle Casino is an interactive gambling video game published by Activision Value for Xbox in 2004. Gambling is now hip thanks to TV shows like Celebrity Poker and Blackjack. Of course, seeing people wager big bets has some appeal. If you really look at who is making the bets, the money is not theirs and even if it was, they can afford to lose big. While poker and blackjack have always been popular, trying to find a decent video game for a console can be hard. Read on to find out if this game is worth your time and hard-earned money.
Bicycle Casino is loaded with games and variations; almost 500+ are included as well as craps, slots, and video poker. It offers plenty of game play without the risk of losing the money for real.
Bicycle Casino Features
You can play online with up to 6 of your friends or other gamers on Xbox live depending on the game and the room. Many games like this give the gamer a bankroll to start off with and then if you blow it, you need to restart all over again. Thankfully they added a nice feature that will allow you to start again with another grand to build up your bank.
The AI within Bicycle Casino can be read like a book if you watch them closely. Bluffing in poker is an art form. The AI players will attempt to bluff and with some time you will be able to know who is bluffing. On the graphics, let’s face it; if you’re expecting fantastic graphics and sound effects, this game is not for you.
However, one complaint is when making your character. It has several options yet; it’s so touchy and tedious that getting that right look is a chore. Once you hit save, that’s it. If you want to change anything about your looks, you will need to start all over again.
Slow Down With A Fun Game Of Poker
At times it’s nice to stop the shooting and racing and just try and beat the house using only your skills of the game. Again, this one takes time to build up a bankroll and learn the games even for those who know the games. Taking the time to learn each game makes the online mode great. If you just jump right in, you will get clean out fast!
Gamers will hear the dealer shuffle and some speech. The realism element greatly improves by taking the game online. This is where the real fun is for this game! The lobbies are made well and easy to find friends or find a game to hop into right away.
Last Thoughts
It has some nice features, and it is realistic. That is what is important here. For fans of poker or gambling games this one is great to buy. For those who are not huge fans of sitting around and playing a slower pace game that requires concentration, you may want to pass on this one. Not graphically sharp but a solid gambling game that is certainly worth the price for gambling fans.