Faded Spade Returns to G2E 2026 with Expanded Casino Playing Card Solutions
Casino paper pricing gets even more competitive as Faded Spade brings its proven 100% plastic expertise to a broader casino-floor conversation.
Faded Spade is returning to G2E in Las Vegas with an expanded playing card offering and a clear goal for 2027: give casino operators more choice, more flexibility and another strong partner for their playing card needs.
After debuting our casino-grade paper playing cards at G2E 2025, Faded Spade returns to Booth #5250, September 29–October 1 at The Venetian Expo, with our complete lineup of casino paper, 100% plastic casino and poker playing cards, and RFID-enabled solutions.
Last year's G2E marked an important step for Faded Spade as we expanded beyond the poker room and further onto the broader casino floor.
This year is about building on that foundation.
A Better Choice for Casino Paper
Over the past year, we've spent considerable time talking directly with casino operations executives, table games leaders and procurement teams about what they need from a playing card supplier.
One message came through clearly: quality and service matter, but pricing has to work too.
We listened.
Heading into G2E 2026, our Made-in-USA casino paper program features even more competitive pricing without sacrificing product quality, production flexibility or the level of service Faded Spade is known for.
The program gives casino operators several important advantages:
Made in the USA: Domestic production without international shipping delays.
Weeks, Not Months: Faster production with clear delivery schedules.
Scalable Ordering: More flexibility for inventory and purchasing needs.
Casino-Grade Quality: Precision manufacturing, customization and consistent performance.
Proven in Operation: More than 150 completed orders with a major cruise gaming operator.
Just as importantly, customers work directly with our team. We're responsive, accessible and focused on building long-term relationships rather than simply selling decks.
“We received a lot of valuable feedback from casino leaders after G2E last year, particularly around pricing. We listened, went back to work and found ways to become even more competitive without compromising quality or service. We believe we have a very strong offering for operators evaluating their 2027 card programs.” — Tom Wheaton, Founder & CEO, Faded Spade
Bringing Our Plastic Experience to the Casino Floor
Faded Spade built its reputation on 100% plastic playing cards trusted in demanding, high-volume poker environments.
At G2E 2026, we're bringing that experience into a broader conversation about where 100% plastic cards may make sense across the casino floor.
Paper remains the standard across U.S. casino table games, and we're fully committed to supporting those needs. But plastic offers different performance and durability advantages worth considering. Interestingly, many top casinos in Europe use plastic playing cards instead of paper on the casino floor.
Longer card life, greater resistance to bending and creasing, more consistent handling over time, and the potential for fewer deck changes, less inventory and less waste all create a different operational equation.
Cost Per Deck Isn't Always Cost Per Game.
Plastic costs more per deck. But if that deck remains in service longer, operators have an opportunity to look beyond initial purchase price and evaluate the overall cost of use.
That's a conversation we want to have at G2E.
“Our experience in poker has taught us a tremendous amount about what 100% plastic cards can do in demanding gaming environments. This isn't about telling an operator that everything needs to become plastic. It's about understanding where paper makes sense, where plastic may perform better and ultimately finding the right card for the operation.” — Tom Wheaton
Proven in Poker. Growing Across the Casino Floor.
Since founding Faded Spade in 2017, we've taken a pretty simple approach to the playing card business: build great products, be responsive and earn the relationship.
“We built Faded Spade through our 100% plastic poker room playing cards, and we're bringing that same philosophy to the broader casino floor. We're a modern playing card company with old-school values. We answer emails, solve problems and give operators direct access to our team. We don't need to become your primary supplier on day one and are happy to earn that business over time.” — Tom Wheaton
Meet Faded Spade at G2E 2026
Visit Faded Spade at Booth #5250, September 29–October 1 at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas.
Our team will be showcasing:
Made-in-USA casino-grade paper playing cards
100% plastic casino playing cards
FSX 100% plastic poker room playing cards
RFID-enabled playing cards
Fully customized playing card programs
We're also ready to talk about 2027 casino paper pricing and programs, provide samples and explore where 100% plastic cards may fit within your operation.
G2E 2026 | Booth #5250
September 29–October 1 | The Venetian Expo, Las Vegas
Confidence in Every Card™
About Faded Spade
Faded Spade® is the modern playing card brand trusted by today’s leading poker rooms and casinos. Founded in 2017 by Tom Wheaton, Faded Spade provides high-quality plastic poker cards, RFID solutions, and now casino-grade paper playing cards custom-built for the needs of the gaming floor. With a reputation for durability, performance and trusted partnerships, Faded Spade serves world class casinos, poker rooms and operators across the industry. To learn more, visit FadedSpade.com.