gamerisms sports and games blog for sports, casino, skill & video game players

Penny vs Dollar Slots

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 12:00:00 -0400

gamerisms compares Penny vs Dollar Slots in this report.
Details include penny, dollar and online slots features, betting and payouts.
Also view the jackpot stories of Penny Slot Winners. Example:
A Nevada resident became one of the multi-millionaire penny slots winners
when his investment paid off on Penny Megabucks at the Pahrump Nugget Casino.
He hit the MegaJackpot for $18,799,414.
Wheel of Fortune Winners supplies more jackpot stories.
WOF introduced by IGT in 1996 has never lost popularity with players.

Defining Sportsbetting

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0400

The online sportsbetting guide at gamerisms defines traditional Sportsbooks vs. Sports Betting Online.
Also find Tips, Strategy and Handicapping, Sportsbetting Line and Odds.
Some examples of betting options include: mobile betting, live/24 hour action, parlays and teasers.
Additionally, gamerisms provides a Sportsbetting glossary divided into 3 parts starting here
Learn the terms and phrases like All Up, Beef, Dead Hit, Juice, Kite and Flash.

Video Poker Quiz

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 12:00:00 -0400

10 questions and answers challenge video poker players at gamerisms. Example of one is:
Pick ‘Em Poker video poker games pay 2-1 for a pair of?
A. Pair of 8’s or better.
B. Pair of 9’s or better.
C. Pair of 10’s or better.
For more poker fun, take the: Poker Quiz
There are 12 questions to test your expertise for playing poker online and off.

Billiards: A Leading Skill Game

Sun, 9 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0400

gamerisms presents the top skill game of billiards with a glossary, quiz and facts-trivia report.
Find out about the games of 8 and 9 Ball, Snooker and Carom with a detailed glossary.
Billiards jargon includes: Clear Ball, Balance Point, Double Hit and Hickey.
Facts-Trivia reports history, billiards equipment plus championships as well as famous players.
Click on this link for the Billiards Quiz with 10 Q&A to take your best shot.
For example: What is a Feather Shot in a billiards game?

12 Gaming Guides

Thu, 6 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0400

gamerisms presents 12 gaming guides to assist with your online casino play.
Individual Guides for Poker, Slots, Sportsbetting, Fantasy Sports and more...
Glossary examples of terms are: Live Dealer Action, Promotions, Tournaments
plus Online Gambling Regulators.
View the Progressive Slot Machines Online Guide that details
the top 10 progressive jackpot games plus winners.

Slot Games Quiz

Mon, 3 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0400

This slots quiz at gamerisms offers a reel challenge with 10 Q&A. An example is as follows:
What are loose and tight slot machines?
A. One has more graphic symbols, tight have fewer.
B. Loose machines have better payouts, tight machines less.
C. Loose machines offer more slot versions, tight machines fewer choices.
Jump on over to All Slots Content for 12 articles about the slots playground.
Includes 6 annual reports detailing the newer slots.

10 Video Game Genres Reviewed

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0400

gamerisms reviews 10 popular video game genres. The list includes: action-adventure, shooting, fighting, war games, sport games,
racing, puzzle/board games, simulation=SIM, Poker Game Software and educational video games.
For example, Sports: offers a vast array of titles for the different gaming systems and gamerz interests.
For example, NFL, NHL, NBA, PGA, WWE, Major League Baseball and Ultimate Fighting titles.
Take in the Video Game Online Play Guide The guide includes
playing choices, types of games plus tips and strategy.

Social Gaming Guide

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0400

The Social Gaming Guide at gamerisms details the wide variety of social, skill and/or casual games available online.
You will find lists of Social Gaming network sites, types/genres of games, as well as the different ways you can play.
Also, you can explore Virtual Currency, Pay to Play, Bonus Rewards & Promotional benefits.
Social games can be skill games, so visit Skill Games Main Page
presenting card, board, tile, sports, word, dice and puzzle games.

Video Games Glossary

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 12:00:00 -0400

gamerisms presents the language of video games that includes a 2-part glossary.
There is a brief history, along with the types of players ending with the unique language.
For example, Import Gamerz focus on games 1) released overseas and often in a different language
or 2) gamerz who collect and play games that are exclusive to another country and must be imported.
Video Gamer Terms, part 2 includes terms like:
Coop, Console, EC-Rating and RPG=Role Playing Game.

Blackjack & Video Poker Guide

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0400

gamerisms provides an Online Blackjack and Video Poker Guide. You will find playing options, tips and strategy for 2 casino games.
There are approx. 100 different versions for each game of blackjack and video poker online.
Examples for Blackjack include: Atlantic City BJ, Bonus Blackjack, Gold Classic BJ, Double Exposure Blackjack and European BJ.
Examples for Video Poker include: Loose Deuces, Pick 'Em Poker, Sevens Wild, Tens or Better VP and Deuces Wild Power Poker.
Another of our popular 12 Gaming Guides is Sports Betting Online
that features tips and strategies to become a winning handicapper.

Speaking of Roulette

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400

gamerisms speaks the language of Roulette offering a glossary along with the basics of table layout and betting options.
Also find a quiz with 10 Q&A plus 3 playing strategies.
Example: The Single Zero is positioned where on the European wheel?
Jump to Roulette Facts-Trivia where you will find this bit of trivia:
The game of Roulette is known as the Devils Game since the individual numbers 1-36 on the wheel add up to 666.

Casino Gambling Glossary

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0400

gamerisms provides a glossary of general casino gambling terms and phrases in 2 parts.
The info defines the language of unique words--the lingo of the games.
Part 2 brings terms and phrases like Ploppy, Rathole, Spinner, VLT and Soft Count.
Casino players learn the casino jargon spoken at the tables, slots and sports books.
Most of these casino terms have a long history and will surely add a unique quality to your next casino experience.

Quiz & Facts-Trivia: Set of 2

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400

gamerisms boasts 2 premium add-ons. The 30 Quiz series consists of:
11 Sports Quiz including Fantasy Sports, 12 Casino Quiz, 5 Skill Games=
chess, backgammon, billiards, rummy and darts and 2 Video Games Quiz.
Also, the 25 Facts-Trivia Series was created to inform game players about the language, history and stats of the game.
These reports include 11 Sports games, 8 Casino games, 5 Skill Games
along with 1 comprehensive Video Games worldwide report.

Video Games Trivia & Quiz

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0500

Video Games Trivia offers the history, growth, revenue plus 10 game genres.
For example, Sports games decrease in value faster than any other genre due to the frequency of new releases.
To expand your knowledge of genres, move over to the genre quiz offering 12 Q&A with questions like:
What first-person shooter franchise began development in 1992
and continues to be popular even today?

Tell Me About Baseball

Tue, 7 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0500

gamerisms provides a 3-part baseball glossary, quiz and facts-trivia report.
Some of the terms and phrases in this world are Passed Ball, Rundown, Submariner, and Slice Fowl.
Move over to the baseball facts-trivia report for history and memories of the game.
The Baseball Quiz is standing by with 10 Q&A. An example follows:
During a baseball game, what is the term used when a relief pitcher is placed in the game before the closer?

Hockey Spotlight

Sat, 4 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Hockey Spotlight at gamerisms reveals the language of the game, facts-trivia and a quiz.
Examples from the 4-part glossary are: Saucer Pass, Sleeper, Trailer, Waffle Pad and J Shot.
Hockey Facts Trivia Report includes players and game records.
Skate on over and take the challenging Hockey Quiz to test your game IQ.
Example:What does Sweep Check refer to according to hockey players?

Talking About BasketBall

Wed, 1 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0500

gamerisms does the talking about Basketball with a 3-part glossary, facts trivia report and a quiz.
Basketball Quiz will test your knowledge of basketball speak with 10 Q&A.
Example: What does the basketball players' term Fill the Lane mean?
Jump to Basketball Trivia for lots of facts and trivia like:
USA bb team has scored the most number of Olympic gold medals
since the sport was introduced to the Games in 1936.

Video Poker Info Central

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Video Poker Central at gamerisms has a glossary, strategy tips,
VP versions defined, facts-trivia report plus a quiz.
Quiz Example: Jokers Wild full-pay 7/5 version has a 100.64% overall return IF the quad pays?
VP Facts Trivia details strategy for 12 versions plus winners stories.
Also, Video Poker Online Report provides a sample of VP versions, online plus tips and strategy for
3 of the most popular versions: Jacks+, Deuces Wild and Joker Poker.

Slot Machines Defined

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500

gamerisms defines slot machines with a 3-part glossary, facts-trivia report and a quiz.
Slots are defined with terms like Buy a Feature, Bonus Added and Linked Jackpot.
With over 12 articles, the subjects are Progressive Slots, Wheel of Fortune Winners,
Newer slots reviewed, Penny vs. Dollar Slots plus trivia and a quiz mixed in.
Online Slot Games and Online Progressives are the 2 Guides offered.
Lots to view in our Slots Playground.

Fantasy Sports Guide

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This guide at gamerisms offers 5 parts about Fantasy Sports.
There is the 2-part glossary where you will see why FS is entertaining and profitable.
Some examples include: Depth Chart, Bust, Donk, H2H and Late Swap.
There are also 2 lists of Baseball abbreviations and Football position short forms.
Fantasy Sports Facts Trivia is the place for the interesting to the downright odd.
Quiz example: What is a Contrarian player of fantasy sports?

Language of Rugby

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0500

gamerisms explores the language of rugby with a 3-part glossary.
Find a detailed listing of Union and League player position numbers and names.
Rugby Facts: The native Maori of New Zealand make up a large percentage of All Blacks players.
Also, there is the Rugby Games Quiz to include 10 questions and answers.
Example: What does the term Blindside mean in Rugby Games?

Focus on Cricket

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0500

gamerisms focuses on cricket with a glossary, quiz and facts-trivia. The site offers a 2 part glossary.
The Facts-Trivia Report includes this bit of info:
Other countries playing cricket, but not Test cricket are
Canada, Netherlands, Ireland, Scotland, Hong Kong and Kenya.
Be sure to take the Cricket Quiz where you will find this question:
What does the term Beamer mean in cricket games?

Talking About Rummy Games

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500

gamerisms talks Rummy Games versions and variations.
The Rummy Glossary offers 6 parts, one of which details several versions of rummy played worldwide.
The games covered are: Contract Rummy, Pinochle, Double Rummy, Knock, Continental, Kalookie and Pan.
Rummy Facts Trivia Report details this info: Not including pro gambling games and solitaire,
Rummy is considered to be the most popular card game.
See the Rummy Quiz for this example question:
What does the term Baiting mean in rummy?

Word Games X 2

Wed, 8 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500

gamerisms presents Word Games in 2 parts as follows:
Part 1 describes classic plus pencil word game types.
Part 2 details other word games plus a glossary of 5 popular word games.
For example, Grid: describes crossword puzzle pattern where entries are placed.
This term can also be used to describe a Sudoku board.

Chess Quiz

Sun, 5 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500

Take the Chess Quiz Challenge at gamerisms presenting 10 Q&A.
Example: What is the definition of a Double Pawn?
A. A pawn advance that breaks a blocked position.
B. When two of your pawns stand on the same file, the front one is called a double pawn.
C. A pawn on the king or queen's file of the chessboard.
You can move on to Checkers info that details game terms, rules, jumping and capturing.
Also, find 2 Strategy articles: Chess Attack and Chess Game Balance

Sportsbetting Guide

Thu, 2 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500

The Sportsbetting Guide at gamerisms includes an informative glossary.
There are handicap betting types and sport betting terms for specific games.
Be sure to explore Sportsbetting Facts and Trivia about the global interest for this type of betting.
Check out the Quiz challenge with 10 Q&A like this:
What is a Bridge-Jumper in sportsbetting?

The 3T's of Tennis

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0500

gamerisms offers Talk, Terms and Trivia - the 3Ts of Tennis. Tennis Talk=a 3-part glossary with a learning section.
Examples of terms of the game: Twist, Tape, First Flight, Grinding, Return Ace and Over Wrap.
Take the Tennis Quiz challenge with 10 Q&A. For example: What is a Daisy Cutter according to tennis players?
There is more at Tennis Trivia: like: US attained a remarkable position in Tennis when Arthur Ashe won the men’s singles
and Virginia Wade won the title for Women’s singles in 1968.

Mobile Gaming Guide

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Mobile Gaming Guide at gamerisms describes the games, features, stats and options of touch and play excitement.
Mobile games selection includes slots, blackjack, roulette, video poker, live dealers, 3-card poker, baccarat,
keno, scratch cards plus other classic arcade-style games.
Also, check out the Social Games Guide that details the many categories of social, skill and/or casual games available online.
Find types/genres of games, Virtual Currency, Pay to Play, Bonus Rewards and Promotions.

Craps Table Talk

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Craps Table Talk comes your way in 3 parts. gamerisms recognizes the special language that defines the exciting game of craps.
Terms and phrases like: Barefoot Bet, Buffalo, Hop Bet, Whirl Bet and Fade.
Also, there is a Betting Summary Chart for both Multiple Roll Bets and Single Roll Bets on the link page.
The Craps Quiz is a challenge with questions like:
) What do craps players mean with the term Hook?

Casino Quiz X 2

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0500

There are two challenging Casino Quiz at gamerisms.
Find Q & A about general casino gambling knowledge and terms.
From the casino terms quiz: What do casino players mean by the term Underlay?
The second quiz is the Gambling Terms Quiz, where you can answer the question:
What does the gambling term Cracking the Nut mean?

Darts Spotlight

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500

gamerisms Darts Spotlight includes a glossary featuring unique terms and phrases for this popular game.
Examples of these terms and phrases are Fives, Half Crown, Slice, Tops and Popcorn.
Test your knowledge of the game at the Darts Quiz.
Example: When darts players use the term Black Eye, what does it mean?
Also at Darts Facts-Trivia area, you will learn that the highest possible score
with three darts at a World Dart Federation board is 180.

Poker Games Resource

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0500

The Poker Resource at gamerisms provides 5 parts with a separate glossary for Holdem, Omaha and Stud Poker.
Also, the 10 Worst Texas Holdem Starting Hands and 10 Best Hands completes the page.
Poker Facts Trivia provides plenty of info about poker versions and Winners.
Example: Other poker variations are Pineapple Poker, Pai Gow Poker, 3-card Poker, Baccarat,
Chemin de Fer, Pusoy/Chinese Poker and Badugi Poker.

Backgammon Glossary, Quiz & Facts

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0500

gamerisms invites all to view the extensive glossary, quiz & facts.
The introduction is followed by over 200 backgammon game terms to include a layout graphic for new players.
Besides a challenging backgammon quiz, there is a trivia-facts report to view and learn.
For example: The game was created in response to the game of chess that was introduced to the Persians by Indians.

Roulette & Craps Guide

Mon, 9 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0500

The Online Roulette & Craps Guide at gamerisms describes online playing options, tips and strategy.
Along with the European and American wheels, other versions described are Multi-Wheel Roulette and Live Dealer Roulette.
Also find more info at: Live Dealer Roulette Everything you need to know.
Craps game rules online are the same as practised at casinos worldwide.
One betting option reserved for online craps is the Place Bets to Lose.
These bets are the opposite of Place Bets and win if a 7 is rolled before the point.

Talking About Football

Fri, 6 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0500

gamerisms offers Football Talk in 3 parts with words and phrases like: Chop Block, Gunner, Nickel Back and Curl.
To explore the end game, you can click on the quiz with 10 Q&A.
Example: What does the football lingo Wideout refer to?
Or trivia-facts report for outstanding records, Superbowl games, teams & players, feats and football memories.
Example: The first Monday Night Football game was between the New York Jets and
Cleveland Browns on September 21, 1970. The Browns won 31-21.

Slot Games Glossary

Tue, 3 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0500

The informative Slot Games Glossary at gamerisms is divided into 3 parts.
The glossary includes over 100 slot terms and phrases related to games online and off.
Find info about 4 types of slots: Basic, Progressives, Bonus Slots and Community Play or Multi Player.
Check out the series of annual slot reports for 2014 to 2020.
They report the new slot games, upgrades and internet connection of several innovative slot makers.

Blackjack: Did You Know?

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 14:14:00 -0500

gamerisms answers this question about 21=Blackjack with a games glossary in 3 parts plus strategy tips,
a quiz and facts trivia report. Examples: Dealers have an average of 31% chance of going bust.
Card counters have a 1% advantage over the house.
This link will add to your education about Online Blackjack describing some online versions like:
Bonus Blackjack Gold, Classic BJack Gold, Double Exposure BJ, European Blackjack and Hi Lo 13 European BJ.

12 Card Games + Poker Guide

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0500

gamerisms details this group of 12 card games. Some are poker variations, definitely skill games
and are rarely available at land-based casino/poker rooms, but likely online.
The group includes Deuces Wild, Knock Poker, 5-card Stud plus Baseball.
To return to the serious game of poker, click on the Online Poker Games Guide that
details the variety of poker versions online plus poker players’ reports
about Top 10 Benefits, playing tips and strategy.

Golf Speak Here

Sun, 25 Dec 2022 13:14:00 -0500

gamerisms offers golf speak with a glossary presented in 4 parts
including the terms: Bump and Run, Buzzard, Rabbit, Socket, Stony and Overclub.
If you are ready to play through, then move to links for Golf Facts-Trivia
where you discover that 1452 saw the sale of the first golf ball made of beech wood.
Also, the game quiz with questions like:
What does the term Feather mean in golf games?

Reserved for Volleyball Players

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 14:15:00 -0500

At gamerisms, there is reserved space for passionate volleyball players.
Find a glossary in 2 parts with terms like: Cut Shot, Deep Set, Heat, and Power Tip.
Follow along with Volleyball Facts and Trivia to learn that the longest game
lasted 55 hours played in Lexington, KY.
Or, the quiz with questions like: What is a Beach Dig according to volleyball players?

Soccer Round Up

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 13:47:00 -0500

gamerisms provides Soccer Round Up with a learning section, 3-part glossary,
a facts-trivia report plus a challenging quiz.
Click on the quiz link to answer this question.
This action that begins a counter attack, occurs when the ball is moved towards the opposing team's goal known as:
A. Initiate Drive
B. Outlet Pass
C. Transition

Defining Tiles & Dice Games

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0500

gamerisms defines the 3 Tile Games of Mahjong, Dominoes and Paigow followed by Dice Games page.
Some examples of the language of Mahjong are: Flower and Kong. Dominoes: Block and Bones.
Paigow: Points are counted up to nine after which the modulus 10 rule applies with subsequent numbers starting again from 1.
Dice Games lists 10 popular dice games played worldwide.
Stack, Sicbo, Farkel and Yahtzee are on the list.

Language of Poker

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0500

gamerisms presents an extensive glossary for the language of poker.
Examples are Big Bet, Connectors, Flat Call, Kicker and Drop & Fold.
Also find a quiz duo, strategies and poker software reviews.
Poker Facts-Trivia report versions/variations, famous players and big winners. An Example follows:
The original three members of the World Poker Tournament Walk of Fame are Doyle Brunson, Gus Hansen and Phil Garner.

Bingo Players Corner

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0500

gamerisms provides a special corner for players offering Bingo Lingo, a quiz and Online Bingo Guide.
UK bingo lingo details the unique language of the 90-ball bingo version.
Bingo Quiz example from 10 Q&A is: What is a Hardway win?
Check out the Online Bingo Report, that describes bingo games and versions matched with images
plus a Top 10 Benefits List for online play.

Lots of Slots Talk

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 13:00:00 -0500

gamerisms presents lots of slots talk including an online guide.
There is a 3 part glossary to include terms and phrases like Loose/Tight Slots, Community Slots, Nudge Games and a credit to cash conversion chart.
The 12+ articles detail progressives, dollar vs pennies, jackpot winners and newer versions.
The Slots Facts Trivia reports that casinos do not change the payouts of machines according to the user playing them.
A 90-cent bet by a UK player scored a huge instant slot win of $1,768,554.

Casino Gaming Report

Sun, 4 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0500

The Casino Gaming Report at gamerisms provides casino history, online and offline games,
casino players data, revenue and regional markets worldwide plus the Winners & Legends.
Get educated about the casino and sports betting industry.
The report covers land based casinos and online casino gambling plus male vs female players.
Jump on over to casino facts trivia that includes 7 games of
blackjack, craps, poker, slots, roulette, sportsbetting and video poker.

Puzzle Games Spotlight

Thu, 1 Dec 2022 13:00:00 -0500

gamerisms spotlights puzzle games including both classic + video games.
First up is classic or paper puzzle games like Crosswords, Brain Teasers and Sudoku.
The puzzle videogames genre is about games that challenge the mind.
Types of sub-genre are card games, board games, and games based on TV shows such as Jeopardy.
Puzzles are but one of the 10 video game genres defined at gamerisms site.

Penny slots winners, penny games vs. dollar slots comparison

Wed, 12 May 2021 09:40:44 -0400

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