Note the ‘high roller’ in the title. Land casinos aren’t for everyone, to play, you’ll need to be prepared to lose, which means you’ll need to have a disposable income.
But if you can afford it (and not everyone can) a casino can also be the ultimate playground.
Incidentally, they’ve reviewed some of the best payout casinos out there, so us mere mortals can always play it safe by budgeting for an online casino session or two. Having said that, further down the page, we’ll take a closer look at how being a VIP player works online.
As for the high rollers in a real-life casino setting, it’s a different story. Let’s break it down.
What’s a High Roller?
In short, a person that has plenty of money to spend on an extravagant lifestyle. That means they can play casino games without being necessarily worried about losing.
These are inclined to be people who are wealthy through business or circumstance -such as landed gentry, royalty and, of course, celebrities
We already know that Ben Affleck, Matt Damon and Meg Tilly are experienced/semi-professional poker players. They are, however, exceptions to the norm as most celebrities enjoy casinos for the thrill of playing in a casino environment.
What’s a VIP?
Very Important Person, and to a casino, a business concern. Putting it bluntly, a wealthy player in a casino can quickly find themselves being treated differently to other guests.
It may begin with free drinks, dinner on the house, complimentary hotel accommodation and more, we’ll get onto that shortly. And believe us, it’s worth sticking around for!
The idea behind such gifting has little if anything to do with generosity, it’s a simple question of ensuring a VIP loses more or as much as they’re winning. And if that sounds a little cynical, do remember that VIP players are in a casino to have fun, and if you’ve unlimited wealth you’re in a win, win situation!
What games do VIP players play?
Slots are probably the least likely games that VIP players will get stuck into. Why? Too easy, there’s no wow factor, edginess or finesse involved.
VIPs are far more likely to attract attention on the Roulette wheel, where thousands, even millions can be won lost on a single spin. But the poker or blackjack table is arguably where it’s at.
This is because poker, and to an extent blackjack, are games that require both skill and luck, so it’s more of a competition than, say, pulling a lever. Put it another way, there is something more honourable about winning or losing at poker than blowing a fortune on Cleopatra.
What are the best perks a VIP can expect?
Do remember that the more a player wins, the more the casino will want them to stick around to lose it all again! This means that VIP high rollers will be given things that almost beggar belief.
We’re not just talking about free stays in five-star accommodation. Trips in private jets to far-flung luxury destinations are up for grabs, luxury cars and designer jewellery are all part of the experience too.
And these are just some of the things you can expect to be given if you’re flying high. Put it another way, nothing is off limits in this business.
Can I become an online casino VIP?
Of course, you can! Clearly you won’t be enjoying the live-at-the-moment experience with complimentary drinks, food, accommodation and so on, but there are real-life perks.
Be aware, though, that the VIP service works in exactly the same way as a land casino in terms of a business transaction. That’s not to say you can’t play to win as well, though this will be entirely down to you, like knowing when to walk away.
To qualify for VIP status, you’ll need to catch the eye of the online management. This can be as simple as visiting/playing a site on a regular basis.
You might be invited to join the VIP members group, or maybe you’ll be asked to earn points to progress to a certain level to qualify for membership. Once inside there are plenty of perks to keep you on your proverbial toes.
These can include higher-stakes games, better cashback percentages or invitations to exclusive games. At the higher end of the online VIP experience, you might enjoy bespoke bonuses or be invited to exclusive all-paid shows, games or tournaments.
At the highest end of online casinos is a personalized experience. Not only will you be entitled to all the above, but you’ll also have a dedicated account manager to assist you with transactions, promotions etc., for a more curated gaming experience.
So, what have learned? It’s a simple answer, if you can afford to win, the skies the limited!
