BetMGM player wins $6.5M online casino jackpot, the largest in US history

2024-08-23

United States

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iGaming and sports betting operator BetMGM announced that a player has won a $6,450,023 progressive jackpot on its platform, the largest jackpot recorded in the history of the legalized online casino industry in the United States.

On the morning of August 19, a player on BetMGM Casino in New Jersey won “The Big One” progressive jackpot for $6.5 million on a $200 bet while playing Fruit Blaster.

Adam Greenblatt, Chief Executive Officer of BetMGM, stated: “BetMGM and one lucky player made iGaming history. It’s been a summer filled with anticipation watching the progressive jackpot grow quickly to record levels. This win is the latest proof that BetMGM Casino is the premier destination for progressive jackpots and unforgettable experiences.”

The progressive jackpot reached an operator record of $4 million in late February and grew throughout the spring on “The Big One,” BetMGM’s progressive jackpot pool of exclusive in-house produced games by Entain. Players could win the progressive jackpot by playing online in New Jersey at BetMGM, Borgata, Wheel of Fortune Casino and Party Casino.

Developed in-house by Entain, Fruit Blaster is a five-reel slot with “The Big One” jackpot slot game. Wins are based on a combination of various symbols such as oranges, cherries, lemons and plums that are displayed on the selected winning payline or paylines.

Angus Nisbet, Vice President of Gaming BetMGM, stated: “BetMGM congratulates the winner on this historic jackpot. It’s these ‘you never know when’ moments that make progressive jackpots especially thrilling. In addition to the jackpot, we hope the player enjoys their trip to an MGM Resort in the near future.”

BetMGM is home to a jackpot program that offers a luxurious trip to an MGM Resorts International property in Las Vegas or the nearest location to the winner’s home for anyone who wins a jackpot exceeding $500,000. This initiative aims to "enhance the excitement of winning a jackpot, provide winners with memorable experiences, and showcase BetMGM’s relationship with MGM Resorts International."

After the record-setting win, “The Big One” progressive jackpot at BetMGM in New Jersey has been reset. As of August 20, it is currently at $1.2 million.

BetMGM casino platforms awarded over $138 million in progressive jackpot payouts in 2023, a 32% year-over-year increase. Exclusive titles created by Entain for BetMGM, such as Bison Fury and MGM Grand Million Megaways, were the source of more than half of the prize total.

BetMGM Casino platforms are home to over 2,800 titles across North American markets and one of the largest state-by-state exclusive jackpot networks. In 2023, BetMGM was named Casino Operator of the Year by SBC North America, EGR North America, Global Gaming Awards, and American Gambling Awards.