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Hard Rock Launches First Joint Omnichannel Slot Game in New Jersey
Hard Rock debuted its exclusive Rakin’ Bacon Sahara slot game by AGS at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City in New Jersey and online at Hard Rock Bet. This launch marked the company’s first joint omnichannel slot game release, providing exclusive access to Rakin’ Bacon Sahara.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City will host weekly Happy Hours featuring pig-themed drink specials
Last Friday, launch celebrations were held with an invite-only cocktail hour. Pig-themed food and drinks were featured, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 6:00 p.m. on the casino floor.
During this early period, Hard Rock Bet will offer promotions for online players. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City will continue to host weekly Happy Hours featuring pig-themed drink specials.
Rakin’ Bacon Sahara is a continuation of the Rakin’ Bacon! series, featuring the popular Cornsquealius pig character in a setting inspired by the pyramids. The game includes expanding reels, a pick bonus, and four jackpots.
Hard Rock Bet also offers other titles in the series, including the original Rakin’ Bacon! and Rakin’ Bacon Odyssey, among with over 1,900 slot titles available in its New Jersey online casino.
Atlantic City casino welcomes AGS’ Rakin’ Bacon Sahara to its collection of 2,425 slot machines
Grant Williams, SVP of Casino at Hard Rock Digital, said: “AGS games – including the recent launch of our bespoke online slot collaboration, Hard Rockin’ Reels – have been extremely popular on Hard Rock Bet and we know our players are going to love this newest addition of Rakin’ Bacon Sahara.”
George Goldhoff, President of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, stated: “We welcome AGS’ Rakin’ Bacon Sahara to our exciting casino where all the latest and most popular games are offered among our 2,425 slot machines. We know our slot customers will love this new game, whether they play at our casino or online at Hard Rock Bet.”
Zoe Ebling, AGS VP of Interactive, added: “Following our successful bespoke game ‘Hard Rockin’ Reels,’ this omnichannel launch further cements our robust partnership with Hard Rock, setting new industry standards and showcasing our innovation and quality.”
Hard Rock Bet launched its integrated online casino and sportsbook in New Jersey in August 2023. The company also operates sports betting platforms in Arizona, Florida, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Additionally, Hard Rock Bet is among the highest-rated real money gaming apps in the market. It has 4.9 stars in the App Store and 4.7 stars in the Google Play Store. The gaming app is available for download via iOS and Android. The app can be played on desktop via HardRock.bet as well.