From the press release at Businesswire.com:

"IGT-Asia has announced the launch of Asia?s first Star Wars? progressive slot at the Almond Slot Club in Manila. The launch, which took place February 12, coincided with a VIP opening of the property. The arrival of Star Wars characters created excitement outside the property in the middle of Chinatown.

The 240-machine Almond Slot Club features other popular IGT linked games such as Party Time!? and classic games like Great Escapes?. The Slot Club also offers a large variety of IGT?s Trimline? Video Slots, a selection of IGT spinning-reel slots, and IGT?s Game King? Pokergames.

Joe Pisano, Executive Director and Senior Vice President of Elixir Gaming Technologies, commented, ?Our success in offering turnkey solutions lies not only in our experience, but also in choosing the best IGT and some of their competitors have to offer. IGT?s variety of product is second to none, and we have recently also placed orders for their MP-Series? roulette game, as well as the popular electronic DigiDeal? tables.?

John Gomes, Managing Director of IGT-Asia, was present at the launch and stated, ?Star Wars video slots have been a solid performer across Europe, Africa and the Americas, and we are excited to launch them in Asia with Elixir Gaming Technologies. Joe and his team are quickly taking a lead in slot operations in Asia. Their understanding of the markets and focus on quality products are setting the standard in many new territories. We look forward to helping them expand their business in the future.?

About IGT

International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global company specializing in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and sales of computerized gaming machines and systems products. More information on IGT can be found at www.IGT.com.

About Elixir Gaming Technologies, Inc

Elixir Gaming Technologies Inc. (AMEX: EGT) (?Elixir Gaming?) is a member of Elixir Group, an innovator of gaming technology solutions and a wholly owned subsidiary of Melco International Development Limited. Elixir Gaming, in collaboration with Elixir International (which is also a member of Elixir Group), secures long-term contracts to provide comprehensive turn-key solutions to 3, 4 and 5 star hotels, cruise ships and other well-located venues throughout Asia that seek to offer casino gaming products. Elixir International assists the venue and venue owner with the licensing and regulatory process, physical casino design, construction management, slot and game floor design layout purchases the gaming machines and systems from the industry?s leading gaming equipment suppliers and installs the gaming machines and systems such that the casino is delivered in a fully operational state. Elixir Gaming retains ownership of the gaming machines and systems and receives recurring daily fee of at least 20% of the net gaming win per machine and provides on-site maintenance. The Company has established a strategic presence in the Asia Pacific region with participation contracts in the Philippines, Cambodia, Vietnam and other Asian markets. For more information please visit www.elixirgaming.com."