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Franzi | Games
Franzi | Games 
16 Oct 2025 | Games
MERKUR Game Scouts on a Discovery Tour in Las Vegas
What did seven Game Scouts experience on behalf of MERKUR in the gaming capital of the USA? Let's find out!
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MERKUR Game Scouts on a Discovery Tour in Las Vegas
Off to Sin City! ✨
Seven selected MERKUR Game Scouts
For the second consecutive year, we handpicked seven MERKUR Game Scouts for a trip to the ultimate gambling hub. Following a competitive selection process, we chose seven individuals who aren't just players, but true enthusiasts with a natural eye for innovative game mechanics and captivating features.MERKUR Game Scouts to the gambling metropolis par excellence. After an exciting application process, seven candidates were selected – all passionate players with a keen sense for engaging game systems and creative features.
Their objective was simple: spend five days immersing themselves in the Las Vegas gaming scene, spotting the latest trends and gathering fresh inspiration to elevate MERKUR's gaming portfolio in Germany.Their mission: to explore the gaming capital Las Vegas for five days, gathering inspiration and trends on site to enhance MERKUR’s offering in Germany.
Casino Flair and Vegas Vibes
The trip was packed with casino visits, including stops at the Red Rock Casino and the iconic Caesars Palace. However, the experience went far beyond the slot machines; the team also explored the vibrant energy of the city. They soaked up the atmosphere of Downtown Las Vegas during a nighttime walk along Fremont Street, took in the stunning skyline from the 167-meter-high High Roller—the tallest Ferris wheel in North America—and even caught a high-energy ice hockey game.
By balancing deep-dives into casino culture with urban exploration, the Scouts got a comprehensive look at all the different facets of Las Vegas.
The Big Trade Fair: G2E up close
A major turning point of the trip occurred on day four with a visit to the Global Gaming Expo (G2E). This gave the Scouts a front-row seat to international innovations, allowing them to experience the cutting-edge developments that might soon land in the German market. The team was particularly impressed by the vivid animations, immersive soundscapes, and inventive game logic on display.
Final Verdict: Five Days of Pure Energy and Inspiration
The 2025 MERKUR Game Scouts have returned home to Germany, energized and full of new ideas. We are now analyzing their findings from Las Vegas to integrate the most exciting global gaming trends into MERKUR Arcades across Germany.MERKUR Game Scouts 2025 returned to Germany brimming with impressions and new ideas. Their discoveries from Las Vegas are now being carefully analysed – with the goal of bringing the very best from the world of gaming to Germany’s MERKUR Arcades.
