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    Now Available, 'Microsoft Casino' Brings the Excitement of the Mirage,
  Bellagio and Treasure Island at the Mirage to Life With Incredible Realism

    REDMOND, Wash., Oct. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. (Nasdaq: MSFT)
today announced that "Microsoft(R) Casino," which offers one of the most
authentic games experiences for the PC, is now available in stores.
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    "Microsoft Casino" brings the excitement of three premier Las Vegas
resorts, The Mirage(R), Bellagio(R) and Treasure Island at The Mirage(R), to
the PC by accurately reproducing each casino in stunning detail. Realistic
graphics and video from the resorts, along with authentic gaming tables,
cards, dice and music, add to the Las Vegas ambience.
    "Where else can you get the thrill of being on the Strip, without risking
a dime?" said Ed Fries, vice president of games publishing at Microsoft.
"Microsoft is thrilled to work with these top casinos in offering the only
real casino experience for the PC."
    "Microsoft Casino" includes 10 favorite casino games:  Blackjack, Pai Gow
Poker, Caribbean Stud(R) Poker, Baccarat, Craps, Roulette, The Big 6 Wheel,
Video Keno, Video Poker and Slots.
    Realistic features, such as the Casino Challenge, give high rollers the
chance to win their way from Treasure Island at The Mirage to The Mirage and
Bellagio without having to walk the Strip.  Players also can win virtual comps
and prizes that include a night's stay in a palatial suite or tickets to Las
Vegas' glamorous stage shows.  "Microsoft Casino" also allows players to set
up their own tournaments where they can challenge computer players.

    About Microsoft
    Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services
and Internet technologies for personal and business computing.  The company
offers a wide range of products and services designed to empower people
through great software -- any time, any place and on any device.
    NOTE:  Treasure Island at The Mirage and the Treasure Island at The Mirage
logo are registered trademarks of Treasure Island Corp.  The Mirage and The
Mirage logo are registered trademarks of The Mirage Casino-Hotel.  Bellagio
and the Bellagio Hotel, Bellagio and the Bellagio logo are registered
trademarks of Bellagio.  Trademarks are used under license by Microsoft Corp.
    Caribbean Stud Poker is a registered trademark of Mikohn Gaming Corp.,
used under license.
    Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp. in the United
States and/or other countries.  The names of actual companies and products
mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

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