Aristocrat’s Phoenix Link debuts in Arizona at Gila River Resorts & Casinos

November 25, 2024
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The slot game serves as a follow up to Aristocrat's Dragon Link series.

Key points: 

- Gila River Resorts & Casinos hosted a grand unveiling event on November 22 which included a first-look experience and ribbon cutting ceremonies

- The series is now available at Wild Horse Pass, Santan Mountain, Lone Butte and Vee Quiva

Gila River Resorts & Casinos announced that Aristocrat Gaming’s Phoenix Link series has debuted in the state of Arizona at four properties under the Gila River brand. 

The Phoenix Link slots use elements of its predecessor, Dragon Link, to offer features such as linked progressive jackpots and new graphics. The series is composed of Confucious Say, General Tso, Queen Chiu and Sensei Master.

Phoenix Link is now available at Wild Horse Pass, Santan Mountain, Lone Butte and Vee Quiva, as Gila River Resorts & Casinos represents the first operator in Arizona to offer the slots. 

“Aristocrat Gaming’s Dragon Link has been a favorite among our players, and we’re thrilled to be the exclusive Arizona launch partner for the next evolution in linked slot games with Phoenix Link,” Gila River Resorts & Casinos COO Blake Katsnelson said. 

“This game takes everything players love about Dragon Link and infuses it with a bold new theme and innovative features, creating a one-of-a-kind experience on our casino floors.”

Good to know: Aristocrat announced a new promotional partnership with Princess Cruises for dedicated gaming zones on October 22

To celebrate the Arizona-exclusive launch of Phoenix Link, Gila River Resorts & Casinos hosted a grand unveiling event on November 22 featuring a first-look experience and ribbon cutting ceremonies at all four Gila River casinos.

Aristocrat announced on September 25 that it would be unveiling Phoenix Link at the 2024 Global Gaming Expo (G2E) for gaming enthusiasts in October. 

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