IDX Games has announced the inaugural launch of Power Play Baccarat, a mid-game bonus side bet. This new feature made its global debut on Friday, March 20th, at Hann Casino Resort, the first fully integrated resort in Clark, Philippines.
What is Power Play?
Power Play is a dynamic, mid-game betting feature designed to maximize action on any existing Baccarat game. Capitalizing on the natural suspense of Baccarat, Power Play offers players a brand-new betting window immediately after the initial four cards are revealed.
Dynamic odds are displayed on the table display screen the moment the bet opens, allowing players to strategically choose their next—or first—move in the game.
“By introducing dynamic odds and a mid-game betting window right at the peak of the game’s suspense, we are transforming a traditional classic into an interactive, high-energy experience,” said Rod Hackman, VP of Gaming Operations of Hann Casino Resort. “It brings a new level of thrill to the players and unprecedented engagement to the casino floor.”
Driving incremental revenue and player engagement
Power Play is engineered to elevate the player experience while driving operational benefits for casinos:
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High-Frequency Action: The bet triggers anytime a third card is required, activating on ~62% of all hands (bypassed during Natural wins).
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Dynamic Odds: Once the first four cards are revealed, the system instantly calculates and displays point-based odds on the main screen, driving impulse betting during the game’s most suspenseful moments.
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Unrestricted Participation: The action is open to everyone at or around the table. Players can jump in on the Power Play action even if they did not place an initial base game bet.
“We are thrilled to bring this new game to the market, and in to our portfolio of bonus games” said Peter Johns, Chief Commercial Officer at IDX Games. “After rigorous testing, Power Play is now BMM Approved with two available pay-tables, and the game and procedures are fully patented in several jurisdictions. Following successful global testing, we recently gained approval from the Philippine regulator, PAGCOR, for its debut at Hann Casino Resort.”