FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Michigan, has introduced two major enhancements to its gaming offerings: a redesigned themed slot machine zone and a modern, expansive poker room. These updates demonstrate FireKeepers’ ongoing efforts to improve both the variety and quality of its guest experiences. The casino is owned and operated by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi.

Located near the casino’s event center, the new slot area groups over 50 popular machines into creatively themed zones. These arrangements simplify navigation for players and enhance immersion, offering a fresh way to enjoy fan-favorite titles. Steve Senk, FireKeepers’ Vice President of Gaming Operations, emphasized this approach in a statement quoted by Indian Gaming: “FireKeepers is constantly investing to bring the newest and most popular games to our casino floor and ensure our guests get the best product and best experience.”

Slot Machines Reimagined with Themed Layout

The themed slot zone features a broad selection of games from top-tier developers such as Konami Gaming, AGS, and Light & Wonder. Players can try their luck with Konami’s Dragon’s Law, Crazy Stuffed Coins, and Lucky Honeycomb, or explore AGS’s popular titles like Rakin’ Bacon!, Pug Pays, and Hu Gu Fu. Also available are Light & Wonder’s crowd-pleasers, including Ultimate Fire Link, Huff N’ Puff, and Dancing Drums.

With this addition, FireKeepers has enhanced its previously 2,700-strong collection of slot machines. According to the casino’s announcement on X (formerly Twitter), “Our favorite slots, now in themed zones! We’ve grouped 50+ fan-favorite games—like Rakin’ Bacon! and Dragon’s Law—into one exciting new space. Easy access, nonstop action!”

This fresh layout does more than just organize machines by theme—it transforms the atmosphere for patrons, creating an inviting, visually engaging experience that appeals to both casual and seasoned players.

FireKeepers Unveils New Poker Hub

Situated next to Dacey’s Sportsbook & Taphouse, the newly launched poker room provides a purpose-built environment for a wide range of poker play, from daily cash games to high-stakes tournament showdowns. With 21 tables in total, the space is designed with comfort and functionality in mind. Key features include a self-serve beverage station, improved cashier operations for streamlined transactions, and a reserved final table area ideal for featured events or private sessions.

John Fell, FireKeepers’ Director of Table Games, shared his excitement about the upgrade: “Our new Poker Room is more than just a new location—it’s a true hub for everything poker. Whether you’re here for daily games, major tournaments, or just to enjoy the atmosphere, this space delivers the energy and amenities that players expect from a top-tier poker destination.”

A particularly distinctive touch is the custom Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) wallpaper, which nods to FireKeepers’ longstanding relationship with the tour. Hosting two of the MSPT’s largest events outside Las Vegas annually, the casino has become a magnet for serious players across the country.

Strategic Expansion and Future Gaming Enhancements

As the poker room assumes its new home, the area previously dedicated to poker is being reimagined to further improve the casino floor. Plans include removing a dividing wall to make space for additional slot machines and improve guest flow throughout the facility.

These upgrades are part of a broader strategy to offer players more dynamic, immersive, and flexible entertainment options within a single destination. Whether visitors come for poker showdowns or to explore the new slot zones, they’re met with modernized spaces that reflect FireKeepers’ commitment to innovation.