Press Release November 15, 2006

Casino Wernigerode resumes old tradition with AGI gaming equipment

On September 29th, the new casino of the Spielbanken Sachsen-Anhalt GmbH opened in Wernigerode. In a central location in the heart of the medieval town, visitors find, among others, state of the art gaming equipment of the wholly owned subsidiary of Novomatic Group of Companies, Austrian Gaming Industries GmbH (AGI).

After a century of absence the traditional “speelhus” (playhouse/amusement hall) has finally returned to Wernigerode. The new location is now, unlike up to the mid 15th century when it was in the old guildhall, in the building of the traditional Wernigerode printing house.

Yet historic about the new casino is merely the charming ambience and the site in the heart of the Old Town. Inside, visitors will find, amongst others, the latest games and machines of the leading producer of highly innovative gaming equipment and state-of-the-art game design, AGI. A modern Novo Multi-Roulette™ installation with 8 individual touchscreen terminals offers top Roulette entertainment with maximum comfort and increased privacy for players. The Roulette wheel is embedded in a beautifully painted wooden table and the entire system is roofed by an illuminated canopy which also houses the large plasma screen. The plasma screen display shows a 3D animation of a Roulette table with all placed bets in individual colours as well as a live broadcast of the Roulette wheel. The installation is based on the innovative server-based NOVO Unity™ multi-player platform and thus offers all the advantages the world’s leading and most flexible multi-player platform. The international success with more than 5.000 implemented terminals and the resulting worldwide market leadership are proof for sophisticated Novomatic know-how in the field of electronic multi-player and interactive live-games.

Also in the selection of the video slots, great value was set on a choice of only the latest products. In 4 slant tops and 6 brand-new upright cabinets a sophisticated selection of new AGI games excites players with modern game design and thrilling gaming entertainment.

„On the occasion of the opening we were surprised by an unexpected huge rush“, says Hans-Jürgen Töpper, Managing Director Spielbanken Sachsen-Anhalt GmbH. „And also the first weeks since the opening have been exceptionally positive, so that we decided to extend the opening hours for one hour. We are especially proud of our modern Roulette installation, which is very popular with our guests. Also with our video slots we are playing on top level. Our guests value the comfortable atmosphere and the modern choice of games. I am convinced that the Casino Wernigerode will gain its name for first class casino entertainment.”

Contact information:
Andrea Lehner
Marketing Assistance & Communications
AUSTRIAN GAMING INDUSTRIES GMBH
Phone: +43 2252 606 415
E-mail: alehner@novomatic.com