What Are Live Casino Game Shows?

Ever watched a TV game show and thought 'I bet I could win that'? Well, good news, bud. With live casino game shows, you can find out. 

Offering all the fun of being a game show star without the pressure of a studio audience watching your every move, live casino game shows are a thrilling way to mix high-stakes betting with prime-time entertainment. 

But, before you get too excited, we should just clarify that you won't actually become a TV superstar. But you will get to experience all the high-stakes drama – without having to dress up in your finest. That's a win in our books. 

Go on. Find out exactly what's in store in live casino game shows below. 

What are live casino game shows? 

Imagine if the iconic Wheel of Fortune game show and a live casino decided to get together and make something awesome. 

That's what live casino game shows are – interactive gambling experiences that mix the best of both worlds. You get real-time action, professional hosts, and enough dazzling visuals to make a disco ball jealous. 

Just like classic live casino games, live game shows are streamed from a high-tech studio, so you can watch every move as it happens – just like playing in a land-based casino. There's no Random Number Generators, just the host and whatever gaming machinery they've been left in charge with. 

Gigantic spinning wheels? You bet. Pachinko walls big enough to hold up the ceiling of your front room? Sure thing. There are even the famous red boxes waiting to be opened. 

By combining hosts dressed up in super cool (or not) costumes and enough props to film a blockbuster with cool CGI, live games shows offer an immersive experience sure to thrill.

And here's something really fun: Unlike real game shows, you can talk to your buddies as much as you like while playing, thanks to the free-to-use live chat feature.

How do live casino game shows work? 

Live casino game shows are usually simple to play. Just take a browse of some of the top live game shows, then brush up on the rules of how the specific game works before putting your money where your mouse is. 

You’ll bet on whatever thrilling outcome the game presents – whether it's a spinning wheel, numbered briefcases, of a bouncing lottery ball. 

Once your bet is locked in, kick back and let the live host take over. And trust us, these hosts have more energy than someone who just ate an entire birthday cake. Whether they're cracking jokes or calling out the winners, they're sure to deliver the entertainment every second of play. 

Live streaming means you can watch the action unfold in real-time, so you won't need to wait around to learn if you're a winner. Achieved your goal of becoming the game's champ? Congrats, bud, you could be rolling in the digital dough! 

Just like regular live online casino games, live game shows offer real money cash prizes. So you could win the big bucks while enjoying the show.

Wheels, dice and everything in between: Types of live casino game shows 

There are four categories of gaming experiences available when you play live casino game shows: 

• Spin the wheel 
• Bingo/lottery draw 
• Live slots 
• Live dice 

Spin the wheel games

This one's an easy one, folks. The star of the show is a giant wheel, which is spun to award prizes. Think of it like a roulette wheel, just upright.

Bet on which numbered segment you think the wheel will stop on, then wait to see if your guess was correct. And, in a twist as revolutionary as the person who sliced bread for the first time, there's more to the game.

Say hello to bonus segments. Slices of bonus round excitement promising chances to play for more, these  segments shake up the game for added thrills.

Bingo/lottery draw games

Swap the wheel for a bingo or lottery machine and you have draw-style live game shows. 

Drawing inspiration from the old-school favourite of bingo, these game shows invite players to complete lines to land some bucks. But don't go thinking these games are like the ones your grandma plays at her local community centre. Nuh-uh. 

Sure, you're playing with bingo-style cards and mechanic, but the fun is turned up to the max in these game shows. Expect super enthusiastic hosts and enough CGI to transform the studio into an epic world to play in. 

Popular live game shows falling into this category include the ever-popular Cash or Crash and Mega Ball.

Live slots 

These game shows are a fresh take on regular slot machines found in online casinos in the UK. 

Recently brought to the industry by big name live casino providers, such as PlayTech and Evolution, live slot game shows are still building momentum among fans. But that's not to say they aren't worth taking for a spin.

Everyone who pulls up a seat to play live game shows in this category will share the same giant slot reels. Say "bye-bye now" to solo slot spinning! These games are the next best thing to Slot Masters tournaments if you're looking to share the slot experience with your best buds.

Just place your bet, then watch as the reels spin. The live dealers will announce the results and winners.

Live dice 

Live dice entertainment games are straightforward. The host will roll dice to decide the next move in the game. Take Boom City Live for example. 

A giant grid takes centre stage of the action, with squares featuring prize values and bonus rounds. The numbers on the dice once they have finished rolling will represent the numbered square on the X and Y axis of the grid. 

It's as simple as that.

Popular Live Casino Game Shows You Need to Try 

Now y'all know how live casino entertainment shows work, let's talk business. These are some of the hottest game shows available in the live casino industry today:

Dream Catcher Live

Dive into a Las Vegas favourite with Dream Catcher Live. An epic spin-off on the Wheel of Fortune game show, this game spins a giant wheel to decide who will pocket some cash winnings.

Land on a multiplier segment? Boom! Your winnings just got boosted up to a mega £500,000.

Monopoly Big Baller Live 

Who doesn't love a game of Monopoly Live? Forgetting those holiday arguments over the board, this game is packed with feel-good nostalgia. 

Enter Monopoly Big Baller Live: a live entertainment show that combines bingo draws with a 3D bonus round featuring the big guy, Mr. Monopoly, himself.

Bet on your cards then see if you'll walk away a big baller.

Crazy Time 

Folks, if you're looking for incredible live casino entertainment, then you're in the right place. 

Crazy Time is true to it's name, with unpredictable gaming chaos around every corner. We're talking exciting bonus rounds, dazzling wheel segments and chances to land multiplier prizes worth up to 20,000x!

It's no wonder this is one of our favourite live casino games to play online.

Deal or No Deal Live 

Just like the TV show, but without the awkward handshake with Noel (or Howie, if you're watching Stateside). Deal or No Deal Live transports players to the iconic game show studio for their shot to find the best box around.

Pick a briefcase, make a deal with the banker, or go all in. If you love a good bluff, this one’s for you. 

Mega Ball Live

Here's another bingo-style game show: Mega Ball Live. Complete as many lines as possible on cards closely resembling a 75-ball bingo ticket to be in with a chance to win.

Keen to up the pace? Buy more cards. You can choose to purchase as many as you like in Mega Ball Live, up to a maximum of 200. So, whether you're new to the game or a seasoned Mega Ball player, there's a pace to suit you.

Watch out for the Mega Ball Live bonus round. Triggered after the first 20 balls have been drawn, this bonus offers multiplier prizes worth up to 100x!

Start playing today

Ready to start playing? We got you. Step through the doors of our virtual casino and you'll find a whole suite of popular live casino game shows available to play.

From tried-and-tested shows to fresh new titles, such as Balloon Race and Gonzo's Treasure Map, there's a live show for every player at Bally Casino.

The lights are on, the host is ready, and epic entertainment awaits. Go on, sign up to dive in.

Learn more about the world of live casinos over at the Bally Casino blog, where you'll find insights from the top writers in the business. 

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