Cole Rush

Cole Rush has been writing about the gambling indiustry in one way or another for 10+ years. He considers himself a jack of all gambling trades, able to write about real money casinos, sports betting, sweepstakes gaming, prediction markets, and every other corner of the industry from a true player's perspective. He also relishes covering the weird and wacky parts of gambling: hidden gems, pop culture gambling crossoevers, and up-and-coming sports. Cole has written for many gambling-focused publications, including iGaming Business, Global Gaming Business, PlayUSA, Gaming Today, and others. Cole lives in Chicago, where he cheers for DA BEARS.

PlayUSA Specialities

Slot reviews, casino game strategy hubs, responsible gambling

Industry Expertise

Cole has worked in the industry since he was a fresh college grad in 2014. He started at Scientific Games, a lottery and casino supplier, before going freelance in 2020. He's authored more than 120 reviews and resource pages for PlayUSA.

Editorial Background

Cole's experience spans dozens of publications, including in-depth interviews and features for iGaming Business and Global Gaming Business. He has written hundreds of casino and gambling platform reviews for numerous sites like PlayUSA and others.

Awards

Cole has never won an award, but that means he also hasn't lost one. Huge! His claim to fame? A 2022 appearance on "Password," a game show starring Jimmy Fallon and Keke Palmer. Cole is also one of the voices in the chorus you hear during the bonus round of the Heidi's Bier Haus slot game.

Posts by Cole Rush

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DraftKings Dig! Provides Press-Your-Luck Excitement

DraftKings Dig! is a new version of a press-your-luck and crash-style gaming and it is available now at its online casino.

Cole Rush May 12, 2025

Dear Casinos: It’s Not a Promotion If You’re Not Giving Me Anything

Online casinos often promote special "promotions" at their sites, but don't seem to actually include anything new for the player.

Cole Rush May 12, 2025

Huff N' More Puff FanDuel Exclusive Slot Promotional Graphic

Huff N’ Even More Puff Launches Exclusively At FanDuel Casino On February 4

FanDuel Casino will be the exclusive home of "Huff N'More Puff," the latest release from Light & Wonder. It debuts Feb. 4.

Cole Rush January 29, 2025

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Live Trivia Game Show Now Available at Hard Rock Bet Casino in New Jersey

Hard Rock Bet Casino will begin airing a live trivia show starting on May 7 for its online casino customers in New Jersey.

Cole Rush April 30, 2025

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DraftKings Adds Three New Slots With Sticky Wilds

DraftKings online casino has updated its gaming library to include a series of new Sticky Wilds games in most of its available states.

Cole Rush April 17, 2025

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The Dog House: Royal Hunt Launches Exclusively at McLuck

McLuck Casino announced it is the exclusive home to The Dog House: Royal Hunt, a follow-up to The Dog House slot game.

Cole Rush April 9, 2025

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