A Guide To Understanding Casino VIP Tiers

Every major casino, whether online or a massive physical resort, operates a highly structured loyalty program.


By offering increasingly lavish rewards, the casino incentivizes you to consolidate all of your gambling activity with their specific brand.

Understanding Points vs. Tier Credits

Tier Credits, however, cannot be spent; they simply accumulate over the year to determine your current VIP status level.


You earn Tier Credits exclusively based on your 'Coin-In' (the total amount of money you wager), regardless of whether you win or lose.

Never confuse your win/loss record with your Tier progress; a player who loses $100 quickly will have fewer credits than a player who grinds $100 all dayCasinos often run 'Tier Credit Multiplier Days' (e.g., 5x points on Tuesdays) to drive massive foot traffic during traditionally slow mid-week periodsThe lowest entry-level tier is usually completely worthless, offering absolutely no tangible benefits beyond a piece of plastic
Exploring the Perks of Elite Status

The most highly sought-after mid-tier perk at Vegas resorts is the complete waiver of mandatory daily resort fees.


Top-tier VIPs receive annual all-expenses-paid luxury vacations, invitations to exclusive New Year's Eve galas, and completely comped penthouse suites.

The PitfallThe Casino's GoalPlayer's DefenseChasing TiersMake you gamble money you can't afford just to hit a thresholdNever gamble strictly for the comps; it is mathematically foolishThe Reset TrapForcing you to return in January to rebuild your statusAccepting that status is temporary and playing at your own pace

Enjoy the free rooms and the priority service, but never forget exactly how much 'Coin-In' it cost you to earn them.