Uncasville, CT  (November 19, 2009) – Mohegan Sun paid an impressive $503,808 Wheel of Fortune® MegaJackpot® on a one-dollar machine located in Casino of the Sky near Johnny Rockets and Starbucks on Wednesday, November 18th. The winner, who asked to remain anonymous, said he’s a regular visitor to the casino. “[I] always come here. I like everything about Mohegan Sun.”

When asked what drew him to the winning machine, the MegaJackpot® winner reported being familiar with this particular machine, having played it in the past. “I like the spin button” he said. The winner went on to explain that he was very excited to learn he had won the top progressive prize saying enthusiastically, “I won big!” The MegaJackpot® winner said he does plan to continue working at his present job and will use his winnings to “pay off bills.”

Wednesday’s MegaJackpot® is the eleventh to be paid this year and comes on the heels of a run of Wheel of Fortune® payouts. This most recent MegaJackpot® brings the total payout at Mohegan Sun for 2009 to an incredible $2.24 million. Since 1996, Mohegan Sun has had 158 MegaJackpots® totaling nearly $112 million.

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence, located 15 minutes from museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.

 Mohegan Sun has redefined the term “buy-in’’ with a new service that allows players to enter poker tournaments by utilizing their Player’s Club points. The service is a unique addition as Mohegan Sun poker prepares for an action-packed season.

Effective immediately, Player’s Club members will be able to buy into poker tournaments slated for the fall and winter seasons. Two Player’s Club points are equal to one tournament dollar. Points can be redeemed for full value, covering the buy-in and entry fee. No partial redemption is allowed. Players can take advantage of this one-of-a-kind opportunity with a variety of tournaments scheduled for the upcoming season.

Daily and Weekly Guarantees

Who doesn’t like a guarantee? Every Wednesday at 7:30pm, players can bluff, fold and call their way to a share of $10,000 with a $120.00 buy-in. Looking for more? Mohegan Sun’s $15,000 guaranteed poker tournaments take place every Friday at 2:00pm with a $200.00 buy-in. 

 In addition to weekly tournaments, Mohegan Sun offers daily tournaments that range from $50.00 to $200.00 buy-ins. Players are reminded that Player’s Club points can be used for daily and weekly tournaments and to register early due to limited seating.

Sit-N-Go

Mohegan Sun’s Sit-N-Go poker tournaments feature buy-ins from $60.00 to $5,000 that allot players a chance to take home $350.00 to $25,000. Looking for something different? Players can participate in one of Mohegan Sun’s “Bounty” or “Survivor” Single-Game tournaments. All tournaments take place daily.

Fall Showdown

Registration for the $500,000 Guaranteed Fall Showdown is currently underway and begins with a three-day $200,000 Guaranteed No-Limit Hold ‘Em tournament on November 14th. The nine-day event will offer affordable buy-ins with some of the nicest guarantees in the region and wraps up on November 22nd.

Black Friday

Black Friday at Mohegan Sun shines with $30,000 in No-Limit Hold’em guaranteed prize money at stake. This special event will start at 11:00am with a $350.00 buy-in and a Second Chance “Bounty” tournament will kick off at 6:00pm with a buy-in of $200.00.

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Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

Mohegan Sun, one of the largest, distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States, has introduced new server-based, networked technology that offers entertainment-enhancing features for players at its flagship Connecticut facility.  Located in Casino of the Wind, the new WAGE-NET® (Wide Area Game Enhanced Network) system supplied by WMS Gaming Inc., a subsidiary of WMS Industries Inc. (NYSE:WMS), offers state-of-the-art technology that gives players increased access to game content and flexible betting configurations, the first of such to hit the East Coast.

The new installations mark the latest deployment of WMS’ WAGE-NET system with Remote Configuration and Download (“RCD”) technology capabilities and underscores Mohegan Sun’s long-term commitment and investments in offering the newest and most innovative gaming entertainment products to its customers.

“Mohegan Sun continues to set trends by offering players the best-in-class levels of gaming entertainment,” said Frank Neborsky, Vice President of Slot Operations for Mohegan Sun. “WMS has been a long-term partner in this initiative and has developed an innovative solution allowing us to offer in-demand content when players want it and we are very pleased to be the first casino on the East Coast to make this capability available to customers.”

By offering slot machines with these advanced technologies, Mohegan Sun has the flexibility to change specific game themes thereby benefiting slot players through increased availability of the games they want to play when they want to play them.  The new WAGE-NET enabled games at Mohegan Sun, which are in WMS’ popular, networked-enabled Bluebird®2 gaming cabinet, feature several of the industry’s most popular multi-line, multi-coin video gaming titles such as Zeus™, Lucky Penny™, Hot Hot Super Respin™ and Crystal Forest®.

“With an unyielding focus on Player Driven Innovation™, WMS is consistently leading the industry in the development and advancement of networked gaming system technologies and applications,” said Orrin J. Edidin, President of WMS. “With their commitment to networked gaming, Mohegan Sun is an ideal partner to work with in furthering RCD technology on WMS gaming machines, and for new bonus and game applications in the future.  Our goals are focused on creating technologies and applications that benefit players with higher levels of entertainment.  Mohegan Sun represents another milestone in bringing exciting new gaming experiences to players.”

This latest deployment of WAGE-NET also sets the stage for Mohegan Sun to offer WMS’ future network-enabled “Portal” applications, such as mystery triggered multi-level progressive bonusing features, on any network-enabled WMS gaming device on the casino slot floor.  These player-centric networked gaming offerings utilize advanced technologies and platforms to deliver new content that creates dynamic entertainment experiences for slot players.

About Mohegan Sun

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

About WMS Industries

WMS is engaged in serving the gaming industry worldwide by designing, manufacturing and marketing video and reel-spinning gaming machines, video lottery terminals, and in gaming operations, which consists of the placement of leased participation gaming machines in legal gaming venues.  More information on WMS can be found at www.wms.com.

About the Gaming Standards Association

The Gaming Standards Association (GSA) is an international trade association that creates benefits for gaming manufacturers, suppliers, operators and regulators. GSA facilitates the identification, definition, development, promotion, and implementation of open standards to enable innovation, education, and communication for the benefit of the entire industry.   Since its incorporation on May 6, 1998, GSA has members representing a wide cross section of the global gaming industry.  WMS has been a member since GSA since its establishment in 1998.

 Saturday, October 24th is the day to play at Mohegan Sun with the $250,000 Crisp Cash Giveaway.  Throughout the day and night, two drawings will take place offering a grand total of $250,000 in Cash and Free Slot Play Bonus.

When guests use their Player’s Club card at any slot or table game and earn a Player’s Club point they will also earn an entry into the drawing.  The first set of action begins Saturday morning at 6:00am and ends at 2:00pm where guests can earn entries by playing their favorite games and be entered into the 3:00pm drawing.  The second drawing will be taking place at Midnight where guests who gain entries from 2:00pm – 11:00pm will be eligible to win. 

The drawings will award winners Cash prizes up to $50,000 and 100 lucky guests will win $1,000 in Free Slot Play Bonus. The more you play, the more entries you earn, making your chances of winning even higher. 

Player’s Club members are encouraged to bring their friends and family to Mohegan Sun for their chance to win by signing up for a free membership at any Player’s Club booth located throughout the property. 

Must be 21 or older to participate.  Players need not be present to win.  Visit any Player’s Club booth for official rules.  For more information on this and other exciting events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com.

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

November Poker Tournament features a $500,000 guaranteed prize pool from November 14th – 22nd

Mohegan Sun’s $500,000 Guaranteed Fall Showdown will offer reasonable buy-ins, excellent structures and rewarding guarantees. This economically-friendly nine-day event will offer one of the top poker prize pools in New England. The action kicks off with a three-day $200,000 Guaranteed No-Limit Hold ‘Em tournament on November 14th.

“We are excited to give our players the opportunity to participate in a quality tournament with affordable buy-ins,” said Bruce Dixon, Director of Poker for Mohegan Sun. “The $500,000 Guaranteed Fall Showdown is structured for our guests and we look to maintain the momentum Mohegan Sun poker has built.”

Similar to the Summer Showdown, which was held in July, the Fall Showdown will be held in the Convention Center. The tournament begins with a three day $200,000 Guaranteed No-Limit Hold ‘Em event on Saturday, November 14th followed by a $20,000 Guaranteed No-Limit Hold ‘Em event on Monday, November 16th. A $50,000 No-Limit Hold ‘Em Guaranteed event and a $15,000 No-Limit Hold ‘Em Guaranteed event will be offered on Tuesday, November 17th.

Players looking for something different may participate in the $10,000 Guaranteed No-Limit Hold ‘Em “Six-Handed” event or the No-Limit Hold ‘Em “Survivor” event on Wednesday, November 18th. A $35,000 and $10,000 Guaranteed No-Limit Hold ‘Em event will follow on Thursday, November 19th. The tournament will conclude with a three day $150,000 Guaranteed No-Limit Hold ‘Em event on Friday, November 20th and concludes with a $10,000 Guaranteed No-Limit Hold ‘Em “Bounty” event on Sunday, November 22nd.

In addition to the $500,000 Guaranteed Fall Showdown, Mohegan Sun has a variety of economically-friendly offerings including free shows in the Wolf Den featuring Tanya Tucker, Five For Fighting, Eddie Money, The Great Escape and Sister Hazel. Affordable dining specials include a $19.95 buffet-style meal with the Tuscan Table at Todd English’s Tuscany and a $10.85 meal at Seasons Buffet. Discounted hotel packages are also available with prices ranging from $99.00-$299.00.

Poker players are also reminded that with participation in the $500,000 Guaranteed Fall Showdown, they also qualify for discounted hotel rates; please contact Mohegan Sun poker at 1.888.226.7711.

Registration for all Fall Showdown events will begin Monday, October 12th at 8:00am in the poker room. Registration will be available 24 hours a day until the start of the event. Weekly Satellite Qualifying Tournaments for Mohegan Sun’s Fall Showdown Poker Tournament begin on Sunday, October 18th and run into the month of November.

For a complete schedule of qualifying rounds, as well as tournament information, visit mohegansun.com.

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

UNCASVILLE, CT (September 9, 2009) – Doubling up makes winning all the more fun with Mohegan Sun’s $500,000 Double Dollars Giveaway.  Now through November 1st, Player’s Club members can swipe their card once a day in Earth or Sky Promotions for a chance to win a share of Cash, Player’s Club Points and Free Slot Play Bonus. 

Mohegan Sun’s $500,000 Double Dollars Giveaway is great opportunity for guests to really cash in.  During the giveaway, whenever a member swipes and a special doubler icon appears, they will receive double their winnings instantly whether it’s Cash, Player’s Club Points, or Free Slot Play Bonus.  This exciting giveaway will award more than 13,000 Player’s Club Members.

Also this Fall, Mohegan Sun’s Crisp Cash Giveaway will be taking place on Saturday, October 24th where over 100 lucky Player’s Club Member’s will win their share of $250,000.

Player’s Club members are encouraged to bring their friends and family to
Mohegan Sun for their chance to win by signing up for a free membership at any Player’s Club booth located throughout the property.  All new Player’s Club members will receive a gift.

Must be 21 or older to participate.   Visit any Player’s Club booth for official rules.  For more information on this and other exciting events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com.

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

To enter and activate all entries accumulated throughout the nine days; guests must swipe their card on the final day from 6:00am to 7:00pm on Wednesday, September 9th.  The drawing will take place at 8:00pm in the Spring Gateway.  

Offered exclusively for Mohegan Sun Player’s Club members, nine becomes the new lucky number with this special giveaway.  The total prize pool is $99,999 and will be going on for nine days straight concluding on 9/9/09.  Guests can win their share of $65,500 in cash, 25,500 in Player’s Club Points and $9,000 in Free Slot Play Bonus.

Player’s Club members are encouraged to bring their friends and family to
Mohegan Sun for their chance to win by signing up for a free membership at any Player’s Club booth located throughout the property. 

Must be present to enter, but need not be present to win.   Must be 21 or older to participate.   Visit any Player’s Club booth for official rules.  For more information on this and other exciting events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com.

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

Every Tuesday is a winner as Player’s Club members can earn double Player’s Club points by playing their favorite slots from 6:00am to Midnight.

In addition to double Player’s Club points, many of Mohegan Sun’s restaurants and retail outlets will offer Two for Tuesdays specials.  Birches Bar & Grill, Todd English’s Tuscany and Bamboo Forest will offer two appetizers for the price of one from 3:00pm to 10:00pm. Diners are reminded with the purchase of appetizers, the higher price prevails.

Diners can sink their teeth into a juicy Geno’s Fast Break hamburger and get the second one free. Selections will be featured on their special burger menu listed at $13.95.

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts will also be offering a great deal by allowing patrons to buy one dozen assorted doughnuts and get one dozen glazed doughnuts free every Tuesday during Hot Summer Fun.  Big Bubba’s BBQ is also joining the Two For Tuesdays fun with a special buy two for the price of one Budweiser drafts. 

The popular Jasper White’s Summer Shack will be offering two desserts for the price of one when you order two lunch or dinner entrées.  At Lucky’s Lounge purchase one double topping pizza and get two free logo glasses with soda.  The Dubliner offers two free sodas with the purchase of one double topping pizza.
 
Two For Tuesdays is not just limited to food specials.  The Shops at Mohegan Sun are also offering a number of discounts on retail items as well.  At Yankee Candle, when you buy two regular priced large house warmer jars, you get one large house warmer jar free. Mom and Dad can treat the kids at Kids Quest with a buy two slushies, get one free special. America’s Memories will offer one matted autographed photo at regular price, get the second free (highest price prevails). Lalo Treasures will allow shoppers to buy two key chains for cell phone décor and get an additional one for free.

Get ready for the weekend with $400,000 Thrills & Chills Thursdays where Player’s Club members can earn entries by playing their favorite games from 6:00am to 6:00pm for their chance to win a Ford Mustang Convertible and $10,000 in Cash prizes each week. Weekly drawings will take place at 9:00pm in the Spring Gateway located next to the Box Office.  Guests must be present to enter, need not be present to win.

Ford Mustang Convertibles aren’t the only thrills on Thursdays because frosty beverage specials at various outlets will be featured throughout Mohegan Sun.  Geno’s Fast Break will offer $2.50 drafts in the pub area (select brews apply). Krispy Kreme Doughnuts will also be offering a great deal by allowing patrons to buy one iced coffee and receive the second (of equal or lesser value) for free. Jasper White’s Summer Shack will offer their refreshing Frozen Rum Punch for $6.00.

Enjoy Mohegan After Dark at Lucky’s Lounge and The Dubliner as both restaurants will offer a fresh fruit infused cocktail of the day, served over ice with or without alcohol, a perfect summertime indulgence.

Beginning June 28th through September 9th, guests can win their share of $999,999 just by swiping their Player’s Club card once a day in Earth or Sky Promotions. Each time a guest swipes their card, they’ll have a chance to receive a game piece.  When they match three game pieces, they win! Any three-card combination will win cash ranging from $100.00 to $25,000. The more guests visit, the more chances they have to win. Player’s Club members can also swipe and win $99.00 or $999.00 in Cash and Player’s Club Points or $25.00 Free Slot Play Bonus instantly.

Don’t miss other hot dates throughout the summer like our $250,000 Twice as Nice Giveaway featuring $250,000 in Cash, Player’s Club Points and Free Slot Play Bonus on Saturday, July 25th. Player’s Club members are reminded to come back on Saturday, August 29th for our $250,000 Money Multiplier Giveaway and Wednesday, September 9th for our $99,999 Summer’s End Giveaway.

Other exciting events during Hot Summer Fun include Mohegan Sun’s Two for Tuesdays, where Player’s Club members will earn double points on their favorite slots from 6:00am to Midnight; $400,000 Thrills & Chills Thursdays are the only days where Player’s Club members can earn entries by playing their favorite games from 6:00am to 6:00pm for their chance to win a Ford Mustang Convertible and $10,000 in Cash prizes. Weekly drawings will take place at 9:00pm in the Spring Gateway.

The week will top off with $500,000 Free Play Fridays where each week ten winners will receive $500.00 in Free Slot Play Bonus hourly from 10:00am to 7:00pm from July 3rd to September 4th.  To enter have your Player’s Club card inserted into any slot machine.

For more information on these great promotions, or on Hot Summer Fun, visit mohegansun.com.