California Gambler Hits $1.2M Jackpot At Thunder Valley Casino

A lucky California gambler named Allen Kessler was playing the Buffalo Power Pay™ by Aristocrat Gaming slot game at the Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln when he hit the $1.2 million jackpot.

California gambler wins $1,210,107.19 playing the Buffalo Power Pay slot game at Thunder Valley Casino Resort

Kessler hit the $1,210,107.19 progressive jackpot on Tuesday, July 30, according to Thunder Valley Casino Resort. The jackpot was awarded from the game’s unique Power Pay™ Instant Feature that awards a large number of free games. This results in the $1.2 million Power Grand Jackpot.

“We are thrilled to see Mr. Kessler hit such a large jackpot,” said Dawn Clayton, Thunder Valley general manager. “It is always exciting when our guests win big.

“This incredible jackpot is a testament to the exceptional gaming experiences we offer at Thunder Valley. We look forward to celebrating many more wins with our valued guests in the future.”

Kessler has been a loyal patron of Thunder Valley for more than 10 years, attending poker tournaments and playing slot machines.

Allen Kessler has been a loyal patron of Thunder Valley for over a decade, says the casino has the best poker room

“I am very loyal to this casino because they have the best poker room, the best tournaments, and the best staff in the country,” Kessler said. “I have been very lucky at Thunder Valley over the years, and I love coming here.”

Buffalo Power Pay features premium Buffalo™ content on the new King Max™ cabinet. The slot is one of the newest game releases from Aristocrat Gaming.

Thunder Valley in Lincoln, located 30 miles east of Sacramento, has 3,500 slot machines, 100 table games, a live poker room and a bingo room. The casino resort also has 18 restaurants, bars, and a 17-story hotel.

The casino’s Smoke-Free Slots Room is located between Thunder Cafe and Red Lantern. Denominations range from 1¢ to $100. Thunder Bucks Jackpot progressives can be won on select $1+ denomination slots.

Additionally, the casino has live performers throughout the year at its live entertainment facility The Venue.