Services
Casino Game Analysis
I can perform an independent mathematical analysis of your new casino game to determine its house advantage and, if applicable, its optimal dealer and/or player strategy. I specialize in table games and Nevada-style (sometimes referred to as Class III) slot machines and video poker games. I will use one of the following methods to perform my analysis:
Formulaic Analysis
Some games can be analyzed by using simple mathematical formulas, without the need for a custom-written computer program to perform the analysis. If your game can be examined in this manner, I will use this approach. Some games which can be analyzed with this method are 3-reel slot machines, pull-tabs, scratch cards, and most lottery, keno or bingo games.
Exhaustive Analysis
If a formulaic analysis is not feasible I will perform an exhaustive analysis, which involves examining every possible outcome in the game. I will normally write a computer program to do this type of analysis. Most games have shortcuts which can be taken to speed up an exhaustive analysis, and I am familiar with what these shortcuts are. An exhaustive analysis will always produce the same results as a formulaic analysis.
Random Simulation
If a game simply has too many possible outcomes to perform an exhaustive analysis within a reasonable amount of time, I may run a simulation instead to determine a close approximation of the house edge. I will only use this method as a last resort. For complex games I may perform a random simulation in addition to a formulaic or exhaustive analysis, for the purpose of confirming the results.
Casino Game Design
I can help you design your new casino game, or tweak it to fit your needs. Just tell me as much as you can about what you have done so far and what your requirements are, and I will take care of the rest. It really is as simple as that.
I designed both of the sample games found on this site, Three Card Deuces Wild (table game) and Fruit Fortunes (video slot), from start to finish.
Game Demos
I can create a playable demo of your game in action for your website. This can help you get a feel for how it will work on the casino floor, and can be used as a powerful sales aid. Please note that I am not artistically inclined, so I strongly recommend that you supply your own artwork. All I need is a description of the game and the graphics, and I will put it all together. I also offer a discount when this service is bundled with a mathematical analysis of the same game. Please contact me for details.
Other Services
My two passions in life are computer programming and gaming math. If you need assistance relating to one or both of those, the “odds” are good that I can help you. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you are interested in any of my services.