The latest in an illustrious line of computer casino and card game compilations, Sierra Attractions' Hoyle Casino offers all the excitement and boisterous fun of a real-world casino without the devastating disappointment of losing your bank roll. In the world of Hoyle Casino, the money is virtual; a good thing considering all the game variations at the player's disposal. Hoyle Casino mirrors the social aspects of a casino by offering up to 10 animated, computer-controlled opponents (each with their own personality, skill, and attitude). The software also offers free Internet game play so you can also compete against real human opponents in blackjack, poker, roulette, and a variety of other casino games.
The solo player game is equally as satisfying; Hoyle Casino offers a staggering amount of classic casino games and variations. Inside its colorfully rendered casino, you'll find 275 different slot machines, 44 variations of video poker, 20 variations of blackjack, 5 variations of craps, and dozens of other variations on poker, keno, horse racing, and roulette.
One of Hoyle Casino's best features is its wide array of instructional tools. Not only does the game include a rule book and strategy guide, but also extensive, well-designed tutorials that assist new and veteran players in understanding each casino game and mastering its winning techniques. --Doug Radcliffe
