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Summary: Great emulation of a real casino
Review: Depending on what you're looking for, Hoyle Casino 2003 can be anything from mildly interesting to engrossing. (This is definitely the software for Mac users, since Hoyle 2004 in incompatible with OS9 and OSX.)Your screen will show a wide-angle shot of a virtual casino -- but when you click on a particular section, you're led into a world of different games, from poker and roulette to blackjack and all sorts of video variations. If you're a novice at any game, you may refer to the books that come with the software; or, simply pay attention to the onscreen hints. Casino 2003 excels at card games like blackjack, offering hints on basic strategy, savvy computer opponents, and a user-friendly interface. Poker is equally challenging, but if you go to the slots, it's up to you to find the machines that are "loose" -- just like at Vegas. Roulette doesn't have quite the visual spark of the original (though it proceeds more quickly) and the horserace game is a disappointment. The pace for all the games is snappy, and there's such variety that you can easily be engrossed for hours in, say, a poker tourney. A tour of the slots can give you a good feel for the real thing (without losing any cash). This may be a new standard for casino game software.
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Summary: Hoyle Casino
Review: Don't waste your time or money. Visuals on cards and dice is very poor. Location of action boxes is awkward. No way to track winnings or losses except for a small total box. Whoever designed this software missed all the basics and tried to cover it with computer character babble. Better stuff for free online.
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Summary: Hours of Fun
Review: Fun for the whole family. Everyone is getting in on the act trying to beat the other with the most money. Lots of fun and very addictive.
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Summary: Hoyle Casino 2003
Review: Hi to whom may concern,
I have been very frustrating and I have been asking same question to every software store as they couldn't answer if this will work for MAC OS X system because I have the old verison that says go back to system 9. Will this 2003 works for X system? Please advise...
Russ
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Summary: A+ Gaming Fun
Review: Hoyle Casino by Sierra is great gambling fun. I learned how to play Pai Gow Poker in one week-end. It was easy once I started using the tutorial and in-game strategies to improve my play. I'm ready for VEGAS baby! It also comes with the FaceMaker program so you can create your own characters with a variety of different features and personalities. BUT, the fun really begins when you find the secret cheat that provides an unlimited cash flow!!
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Summary: Addictive fun, without losing your house!
Review: Hoyle Casino is a great way to learn the rules and have fun with a whole lotta different casino games. The opening montage makes me smile every time and really get in the mood for Vegas. The "Facemaker" was an unexpected bonus - a fun way to design your own characters that look just like you or someone you want to create! Then it's off to the casino, with realistic sounds (although the background track might slow you down after a while, you can turn it off), colorful realistic graphics, fun with the dealer (love those giant hands) and other players. Or you can turn all the other players off and play by yourself. this game is easy to learn, fun to explore, and full of so many games. Your really get your money's worth and it is great practice too for anyone who plans to head to Vegas for the real thing. (To answer the question posted earlier, the slots designs are all unique to Hoyle as far as I can tell, but follow the standard slots rules.) Don't start this late at night or you'll definitely be losing sleep.
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Summary: Addictive fun, without losing your house!
Review: Hoyle Casino is a great way to learn the rules and have fun with a whole lotta different casino games. The opening montage makes me smile every time and really get in the mood for Vegas. The "Facemaker" was an unexpected bonus - a fun way to design your own characters that look just like you or someone you want to create! Then it's off to the casino, with realistic sounds (although the background track might slow you down after a while, you can turn it off), colorful realistic graphics, fun with the dealer (love those giant hands) and other players. Or you can turn all the other players off and play by yourself. this game is easy to learn, fun to explore, and full of so many games. Your really get your money's worth and it is great practice too for anyone who plans to head to Vegas for the real thing. (To answer the question posted earlier, the slots designs are all unique to Hoyle as far as I can tell, but follow the standard slots rules.) Don't start this late at night or you'll definitely be losing sleep.
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Summary: Don't waste your money
Review: Hoyle is by far the worse casino game that I have purchased. It has too many bugs. Every time I try to play my computer reboots by itself and you lose all the information stored. The older version of hoyle did the same thing. I thought the newer version would be an improvement, but its not. If you like to play casino games, stick to Avery Cardoza.
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Summary: Games not realistic!!
Review: I bought this game for under $10 bucks which also included shipping. For that price, You can't lose! I was reading the reviews for Hoyle Casino 2004 which had all the worse reviews I've seen yet. The reason I bought Hoyle casino 2003 instead of the 2004 version is the fact that there really isnt much a difference. Plus with the 2003. I can play without having the cd in my drive. Which is a BIG PLUS! I was hoping to see if the Texas hold'em tournaments were gonna be like the world poker tour. SADLY ENOUGH IT'S NOT. They dont have a NO LIMIT game. It would of been exciting to go all in and see if anyone or a computer match it. But still can't knock sierra just yet. Because it is still fun. I want to try out the new drink system but only if they improve two minor issues. One: They have a no limit texas hold'em tournament and Two: CD optional if people want it in the drive. If you are in the market for a casino game. Get this version because you would save money. But still waiting to see what newer version will bring. So if Hoyle casino 2005 comes out. I'm reading reviews before I buy. Don't want to make the mistake by buying the 2004 version.
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Summary: I would give this game 3 1/2 stars
Review: I bought this game for under $10 bucks which also included shipping. For that price, You can't lose! I was reading the reviews for Hoyle Casino 2004 which had all the worse reviews I've seen yet. The reason I bought Hoyle casino 2003 instead of the 2004 version is the fact that there really isnt much a difference. Plus with the 2003. I can play without having the cd in my drive. Which is a BIG PLUS! I was hoping to see if the Texas hold'em tournaments were gonna be like the world poker tour. SADLY ENOUGH IT'S NOT. They dont have a NO LIMIT game. It would of been exciting to go all in and see if anyone or a computer match it. But still can't knock sierra just yet. Because it is still fun. I want to try out the new drink system but only if they improve two minor issues. One: They have a no limit texas hold'em tournament and Two: CD optional if people want it in the drive. If you are in the market for a casino game. Get this version because you would save money. But still waiting to see what newer version will bring. So if Hoyle casino 2005 comes out. I'm reading reviews before I buy. Don't want to make the mistake by buying the 2004 version.
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