Okada Manila premieres new ‘top-tier’ Perlas Club slot parlor

In the Philippines and the giant Okada Manila development has reportedly debuted a new VIP gambling lounge offering a selection of some 200 slots as well as six gaming tables for roulette, blackjack and baccarat.

According to a report from GGRAsia, the fresh 27,986 sq ft parlor branded as Perlas Club is situated in the 993-room property’s 15-story Pearl Wing and features a bespoke entrance alongside a dining space and an events stage complete with a high-resolution LED wall screen.

Extensive entertainment:

Opened a little over five years ago, Okada Manila is run by the Tiger Resort Leisure and Entertainment Incorporated subsidiary of giant Japanese games manufacturer Universal Entertainment Corporation and had already featured a 284,283 sq f…

Pagcor Chairman Unveils Plans to Reduce E-Games Tariffs, Boosting Philippines’ Gaming Investment Appeal

In a move aimed at fostering industry growth and attracting more investment, Alejandro Tengco, chairman and CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (Pagcor), revealed plans to reduce once again the rates for operators of electronic-delivered games in the country, effective January 1, 2025.

Addressing industry challenges:

Tengco acknowledged the challenges faced by operators in the e-Games sector, particularly the increasing requests for voluntary closures. To address this trend and ensure the sustainability of the industry, Pagcor sought to implement fair tariffs that would incentivize existing licensees to continue operations and entice new investors.

The forthcoming reduction to a 30 percent rate is expected to make the Philippi…