Atlantic City, N.J. – A Virginia man walked away with more than $670,000 after placing a $7 bet on a Wheel of Fortune slot machine at Ocean Casino Resort during Memorial Day weekend.
The gambler, identified as Thomas Shaver, was playing at the Atlantic City casino when he hit a $670,915 jackpot, according to casino officials. The payout came from a $7 spin on a Wheel of Fortune machine, one of the most widely played slot games in the country. Originally launched in the 1990s, Wheel of Fortune slots have long drawn players with their trademark bonus wheel and progressive jackpots. The machines rely on random number generators, making outcomes unpredictable and based entirely on chance. Slot machines, including Wheel of Fortune models, remain a major revenue stream for casinos across the country. While strategies exist for managing budgets—such as choosing lower denomination machines and using casino loyalty cards to access player rewards—they do not increase the odds of winning.
Ocean Casino has reported several major payouts over the years, particularly during holiday weekends, which typically draw larger crowds to the gaming floor. This latest jackpot comes as Atlantic City casinos gear up for the summer season and continue to rebound from seasonal slumps and industry-wide competition. The casino did not disclose how many total bets were placed before the jackpot hit.
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