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Fanatics Launches Fanatics Sportsbook and Casino in Pennsylvania
Fanatics Betting and Gaming, a subsidiary of Fanatics Holdings Inc., the renowned global digital sports platform, has unveiled its latest offering—the Fanatics Sportsbook and Casino in Pennsylvania.
This strategic move solidifies Fanatics’ presence in the burgeoning U.S. sports betting market, marking its eleventh state for the sportsbook and the second for the casino.
With the official launch under the oversight of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, sports enthusiasts in Pennsylvania can now access an extensive gaming experience on both iOS and Android platforms.
In this article, we delve into the key features and innovations introduced by Fanatics Betting and Gaming, highlighting their commitment to responsible gaming and setting the stage for further expansion in the U.S. online gaming landscape.
A Comprehensive Gaming Experience
As part of its strategic endeavors, Fanatics Betting and Gaming acquired the U.S. businesses of PointsBet in August 2023. The migration of PointsBet customers to the Fanatics Sportsbook app is currently in progress, ensuring a seamless transition of customer data, including usernames, passwords, account balances, rewards points, and responsible gaming settings.
The Fanatics Sportsbook introduces groundbreaking features, including the innovative FanCash system, offering customers up to 5% of their wager back in FanCash. This unique currency can be used for Bonus Bets or purchases on fanatics.com. Moreover, Fanatics Sportsbook provides differentiated FanCash percentages based on the bet type, catering to various betting preferences:
- Earn 5% FanCash on Same Game Parlay (SGP) bets.
- Earn 3% FanCash on parlay bets.
- Earn 1% FanCash on straight bets and odds boosts.
In addition to these features, the Discover page on the Fanatics Sportsbook will evolve from curated to personalized, tailoring content to users’ favorite teams, sports, and markets, enhancing the overall user experience.
The sportsbook also boasts industry-leading search functionality, live streaming through BetVision, and more, ensuring that users have access to a comprehensive range of features.
Introducing Fanatics Casino
In conjunction with the Pennsylvania launch, Fanatics Betting and Gaming has introduced its online casino, seamlessly embedded within the Fanatics Sportsbook app. The Fanatics Casino offers Evolution’s live casino games, including popular options like Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Baccarat, and Poker variants. Additionally, Light & Wonder will contribute first-party titles and third-party aggregated content, providing players with an extensive selection of casino games.
Furthermore, casino customers can earn FanCash back on bets, spins, and hands, enhancing the overall gaming experience. To kickstart their exclusive content creation, Fanatics Betting and Gaming will produce the new Fanatics Blackjack game in partnership with Boom Entertainment through Fanatics Games Studio.
Commitment to Responsible Gaming
Fanatics Betting and Gaming remain committed to responsible gaming, offering online customers access to a range of Responsible Gaming tools and a comprehensive Help Center. Moreover, knowledgeable agents are available 24/7 to provide assistance and support.
Continued Innovation and Expansion
The launch of Fanatics Sportsbook and Casino in Pennsylvania signifies the company’s ongoing commitment to innovation and expansion within the U.S. online gaming landscape. With its impressive array of features and commitment to responsible gaming, Fanatics Betting and Gaming aims to provide sports enthusiasts and gamers with a top-notch gaming experience in the Keystone State and beyond.