Century Casino games
If there’s one thing Century does well across all its Alberta properties, it’s keeping the gaming experience easy. Nothing overbuilt, nothing too loud, nothing trying to be Vegas in a province that doesn’t really want Vegas. Instead, the brand leans into solid floors, familiar game lineups, and a predictable rhythm that lets you actually settle in.
You can walk into Edmonton, Calgary, St. Albert, or Century Mile without checking a map first – and that already puts them ahead of a lot of casinos.
Slots: The Backbone of Every Century Property
Century’s slot floors all hit the same general vibe: lots of machines, consistent spacing, no weird dead zones where you’re wandering around wondering if you missed a room. Edmonton and Calgary carry the deepest selection, but even the smaller properties refresh machines enough that you don’t feel stuck with outdated titles.
What you’ll see basically everywhere:
- Newer video slots with the usual bonus bells and whistles
- Old-school three-reel games that haven’t gone extinct yet
- Progressive jackpots (local, not mega-resort style)
- Theme slots – TV characters, mythology, animals, you name it
- Denominations that actually give you options, not ultimatums
The slot experience across Century properties is intentionally familiar. You can drop into Edmonton, try a game, then go to Calgary the next week and find something similar without feeling carbon-copied. The machines are spread enough that you’re not bumping chairs all night, but close enough that you can do the classic “slide one machine over because the vibes feel better.”
VLTs: The Alberta Classic
Century keeps VLTs in their own corners so they don’t bleed into the slot energy. These sections have that quieter, bar-game vibe people look for – the poker-style screens, the keno setups, the quick-hit numbers games.
You’ll find VLTs at:
- Century Casino Edmonton
- Century Casino St. Albert
- Century Casino Calgary
Century Mile skips them in favour of racing.
The mood in these sections tends to be calmer. Think “grab a drink, play something steady,” not “hit a bonus round that lights up half the building.”
Table Games: Classic, Comfortable, and Not Overstated
Century keeps its table games tight – without oversized pits, giant semicircle arenas, or pressure-heavy setups. Just the classics in a clean layout where you can sit down without feeling like a spotlight’s on you.
Expect to see most or all of these:
- Blackjack
- Roulette
- Baccarat
- Ultimate Texas Hold’em
- A couple of rotating specialty tables depending on the location
The tables move at a friendly pace. Dealers explain rules when needed without slowing the game for everyone else – a small thing, but it makes the tables far more approachable.
High-Limit Play: Only a Couple Properties Do It Right
Not every Century casino tries to run a high-limit environment, and that’s fine – high-limit rooms only work if the clientele exists.
The two that manage it well.
Century Casino Edmonton
A clean, tucked-away high-limit area with bigger denominations and a calmer tone. Not luxury, not velvet-rope fancy – just quieter, more focused, and set up for players who don’t want to hear the entire slot floor cheering every five minutes.
Century Casino Calgary
More active. You’ll see higher-limit slots and table games, especially on weekends. Staff is on-the-ball, and service leans a little faster.
Poker: Present, but Not the Star of the Show
Poker at Century casinos is more of a supporting character than a headliner. It appears, runs consistently during certain seasons, and draws a solid local crowd when it’s active.
Where you’ll find poker:
- Edmonton (depending on schedule)
- Calgary (more consistent)
The rooms aren't giant, but they do the job: clean setups, steady hands, and staff who understand poker rhythms.
If you’re chasing a dedicated poker destination, Century isn’t that – but if you’re in the area and want a casual poker night, Calgary is your best bet.
Off-Track Betting: Edmonton’s Distinct Crowd
Century Casino Edmonton keeps a proper OTB lounge that feels like its own ecosystem. It pulls in regulars who know the racing sheets better than the back of their hand.
Inside, you’ll find:
- Full screens
- Betting windows
- Plenty of seating
- Racing streams throughout the day
It’s a universe inside a universe – different vibe, different energy, but still very much part of the Century brand’s “built-for-locals” identity.
Live Racing: The Century Mile Experience
Century Mile Racetrack is the outlier in the best possible way.
Where the other locations lean slots-first, Century Mile is racing-first. When the track is active, the whole property has a pulse you won’t get anywhere else in the network.
Here’s what makes it unique:
- Live thoroughbred and standardbred races
- Seasonal event days
- A full grandstand
- Indoor viewing areas
- Bars and dining facing the track
- In-person wagering stations
On race days, it's loud, busy, social, and completely different from the typical casino experience. And that variety is what makes the Century network stronger – each property holds its own lane.
Electronic Games
Century casinos sprinkle in electronic roulette, blackjack, and baccarat terminals. They’re not everywhere, and they’re not the centerpiece of the floor, but they’re there if you want a low-pressure alternative to the live tables.
These are great if you’re:
- New to table games
- Warming up before playing live
- Avoiding higher weekend minimums
Edmonton and Calgary use these the most effectively.
Final Thoughts
Century Casinos isn’t trying to reinvent what an Alberta casino floor looks like – and that’s exactly why it works. The games are familiar, the floors are approachable, and each property brings its own personality without drifting from the brand’s core.
Slots drive the experience. Tables add the variety. VLTs keep the regulars happy. Racing gives Century Mile its own heartbeat. It’s a straightforward lineup, but executed well. And sometimes, especially with offline casinos, that’s all you need.