Rio Hotel and Casino Partnered With Desert Degens
The creators will film on the casino floor weekly, with an anniversary tournament planned for January.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Casino
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Rio Hotel & Casino has entered a partnership with gaming creators Mike and Ryan of Desert Degens to feature their content and events at the property. Residents and visitors will see the pair filming on the casino floor every Tuesday and Sunday.
Why it matters
The casino expects the creators' energy to enhance the guest experience at the property. The collaboration will culminate in a public anniversary celebration early in 2027.
The anniversary party features a $2,000 FrioPlay prize pool for a slot tournament that will award the top 10 finishers, alongside a raffle for 10 separate prizes.
The players
Rio Hotel & Casino
The Las Vegas property hosting the Desert Degens for regular filming and promotional events.
Desert Degens
A pair of gaming creators, Mike and Ryan, who have partnered with the casino to film content.
The details
The partnership brings the Desert Degens to the Rio casino floor for regular content creation and promotional events. On January 9, 2027, the property will host an anniversary party including a slot tournament. To participate in the tournament, guests must present a valid Rio player's card.
Timeline
Desert Degens will film content on the casino floor every Tuesday and Sunday.
The partnership anniversary party takes place on 9 January 2027.
Beyond the Strip
This partnership continues the valley-wide trend of integrating social media creators into the traditional resort guest experience. It represents a shift from organic influencer visits toward structured, regular programming within local gaming properties.
If you plan to visit the Rio on a Tuesday or Sunday, expect to see the creators filming on the casino floor. Ensure you have your Rio player's card ready if you intend to participate in the anniversary slot tournament in January.
The takeaway
Keep an eye on the Rio calendar for the January 9 anniversary party if you are interested in the slot tournament. Ensure you carry your player's card during your visit to maintain eligibility for these types of promotional events.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Yogonet.
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