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Pop culture and its many facets – The casino influence

In today’s digital age, when pop culture is mostly virtual, there are several facts of said culture that continue to be under the influence of casinos. (Courtesy: Canva)

Pop culture changes with each generation. New music, films, TV shows and styles define different generations.

Popular culture remains popular as retro comes back in fashion as certain people like to look to the old days for inspiration.

It’s a type of culture that has many facets and influences from all over. So, people shouldn’t be surprised to see that it takes some influence from the casino industry. It’s a sector that has been around for a while and has catered to casino fans for generations.

It’s also a sector that has inspired countless games and films, which are facets of modern pop culture. The influence is felt in music throughout the years as well as in style and fashion. It’s evident that the casino influence is a part of pop culture and has been around for some time.

In today’s digital age, when pop culture is mostly virtual, there are several facts of said culture that continue to be under the influence of casinos. You can start anywhere you want, but gaming seems to be a popular option nowadays.

The Influence on Gaming

Gaming is one of the most popular hobbies of people nowadays. They tend to enjoy it online mostly as there are countless titles available for download. They belong to all sorts of genres. For example, the battle arena games are quite common with games like PUBG and Fortnite taking the lead.

Massively multiplayer online games (MMOs) aren’t out of fashion as there are new expansions for players to enjoy. Platformers are now available on multiple sites. They offer action, adventure, mystery and even casino games. The latter are available on several online casinos.

These platforms offer a variety of casino games since they cater to thousands of casino fans. They will have some slots in all shapes and sizes, and will also offer some decent table games. No casino game section is complete without live casino games with live dealers that take a different approach to gaming. Some will even have speciality games like bingo and keno, but all will have bonuses, promotions as well as multiple banking options and security tools to keep players safe.

Due to their popularity online, they’ve made it into the world of gaming too. Some developers decide to feature various casino games that complement a certain period. For example, poker was a popular card game in the Wild West, which is a period depicted in Red Dead Redemption 2. In the game, you’ll play as a cowboy going from land to land to finish all sorts of quests. But you can also visit some saloons and hotels to play some poker. You can even cheat in the game, just be ready for a fight if you’re caught.

Fallout: New Vegas is an example of a game being inspired by a casino city. New Vegas is a reincarnation of Las Vegas, and players will have some exciting locations to visit. Although it doesn’t have the shine Vegas does, it has some of the games. Namely, players can enjoy slot machines, roulette, blackjack and poker. They can win some nice prizes they can use in the game and even earn keys to presidential suites.

Casinos are often featured as locations in video games as you have seen in the GTA franchise. They will take the plot further or have a pivotal moment happen in them. Either way, these examples prove that the casino influence is present in the world of gaming as a facet of popular culture.

Casinos in Film

In the digital era we live in films have never been easier to reach. There are countless platforms showing all sorts of titles, such as films about life stories, comedies, mysteries, thrillers and many more films. They will have a variety of features and elements that make them interesting to lots of people. Some of these titles even showcase the casino’s influence on film.

You have films like Casino that show the dark history of Vegas and its ties to the mob. You have the same message with a different tone and story in the first Godfather film. You also have some exciting casino scenes like the one in Rain Man. It captures the aesthetic of the casino world and the main character walks out with quite a prize.

A thrilling scene is also present in Casino Royale. You have Bond facing the main villain in an exciting, and even deadly game of poker. The result is something you’ll have to find out for yourself, but as soon as you watch it you’ll notice that the nice masquerade and atmosphere of the casino hide the ugly nature of the whole game.

Casinos play important roles as locations. They can be legal or illegal and be tied to all sorts of activities. Their usefulness allows them a prolonged existence in the world of films.

Music and Casinos

Throughout the years there have been many artists that have been avid casino fans and have influenced pop culture with their songs. Frank Sinatra was frequently associated with casinos as he liked to perform there. Lemmy Kilmister was an avid poker fan as you will hear in Ace of Spades. Even Kenny Rogers pays homage to the world of casinos.

The Casino Aesthetic

You will see the dice roll in a film or a music video, but you’ll also see it roll in some of the most exclusive establishments in the world. There are some luxurious casinos across the States and Europe, which require people to follow a certain dress code.

Most physical casinos will allow people with a casual style, but the top-tier casinos won’t do so. Instead, they’ll put a focus on the formal style and emphasize certain items of clothing. Anyone entering the building would look stylish and would do so even if they were out and about for a meal or a business meeting.

Bottom Line

Pop culture and its many facets will continue to be influenced by the world of casinos. They will continue to be part of gaming culture, music, as well as films and TV shows. The casino aesthetic is timeless in any generation’s pop culture.

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