Partner with Illinois' premier gaming terminal operator. We handle licensing, installation, weekly check-ins, and 24/7 support — so you focus on running your business.
Average Partner Revenue
$3.5k+
/ week from a 6-VGT install
Licensing Support
We handle the entire IGB application
Latest Terminals
Modern machines, top-tier games
24/7 Support
Real humans, same day. Most issues resolved in < 4 hours.
Now expanding across Illinois — limited 2026 onboarding spots
By the numbers
We've helped Illinois business owners turn underutilized space into a steady revenue stream — and the math speaks for itself.
Partner Establishments
Boutique operator — every partner gets hands-on attention
Avg Weekly Revenue
Per partner from a 6-VGT install
Avg Response Time
24/7 service, most issues resolved same-day
Illinois Municipalities
Across Cook, DuPage, and surrounding counties
How it works
From first call to first revenue check — typically inside 2-4 weeks.
Free 30-minute assessment of your space, target audience, and revenue goals. No commitment, no sales fluff.
We handle every IGB form, fingerprinting appointment, and inspection so your liquor license stays clean.
Our team installs the latest terminals, sets up cabling, and trains your staff in under one business day.
24/7 technical support plus weekly check-ins from a real human. Most issues resolved in under 4 hours.
Founded in 2025 in Schaumburg, Illinois, Rise2Shine Gaming exists for a simple reason: most VGT operators treat their partners like numbers. We don't. We're small enough to know everyone by name, and ambitious enough to build the tools we'd want if we were on your side of the table.
2025
Founded
Schaumburg
Illinois HQ
We empower local businesses to thrive by turning underused space into exciting gaming destinations. Licensing, installation, 24/7 support, and marketing — we make gaming integration simple, reliable, and profitable.
To be Illinois' most trusted gaming terminal operator — building long-term partnerships that enrich communities and help businesses of every size reach new heights.
Professionalism
Show up on time, every time
Integrity
Transparent revenue sharing
Responsiveness
24/7 support, real humans
Innovation
Built our own partner portal
What we do
From licensing to install to ongoing support — we handle it all so you can focus on your business.
Transparent revenue-sharing model — you always know exactly how much you'll earn and when. Weekly statements with full taxes and admin fee breakdown.
We handle every IGB form, fingerprinting appointment, and inspection.
Sleek modern VGTs with top-performing games. Setup in one day.
Gaming never sleeps, and neither do we. Most issues resolved in under 4 hours, day or night.
Custom signage, digital assets, and local ads to promote your gaming area.
We don't install and disappear. We stay, we grow with you, and we invest in your long-term success.
We built the partner portal we wished we had — a real app, not a spreadsheet. Live revenue, weekly statement PDFs, invoice tracking, and support tickets, all in one place. Free for every Rise2Shine partner.
Download on the
App Store
Android coming soon · Web access live at /portal
Dashboard
Hi, Partner 👋
This week
$3,742
+12% vs last week
Recent Activity
New statement ready
Week ending May 17
Invoice paid
$150 service charge
Ticket #284 resolved
Terminal 3 maintenance
Statement uploaded
just now
+$420 today
across 6 terminals
Why us
Most operators drop off terminals and disappear. We treat every partnership as a long-term relationship.
Feature
Rise2Shine
Others
Newest gaming machines
Weekly partner check-ins
In-house mobile + web portal
Personalized licensing help
Marketing & signage support
24/7 technical support
Average walk-in revenue lift
+30%
Our partners see up to 30% more walk-in traffic within their first three months. Real results, real growth.
“I've never had this kind of attention from a terminal operator. Their weekly visits, the in-app updates, the responsiveness — it's a different category.”
Bar Owner
Joliet, IL
Licensing
Licensing is daunting. We've done it dozens of times — we handle every form, signature, and inspection.
Free session to assess your eligibility and goals
We help gather all required materials
We handle the form-filling and submit on your behalf
We monitor progress and respond to feedback
Once approved, we schedule installation within days
6 sections, ~30 checklist items
Free PDF checklist. Covers eligibility, required documents, location requirements, financial prep, compliance, and next steps.
Yes — Illinois Gaming Board rules require an active liquor license to host video gaming terminals.
Rise2Shine provides, installs, and maintains all gaming equipment. You have zero capital outlay.
Transparent split — you see exact numbers every week in your partner portal. No hidden fees.
Typically 6–10 weeks from application submission to first machine install. We move you through quickly.
Illinois law allows up to 6 video gaming terminals per licensed establishment.
From the IGB
Press releases and announcements from the Illinois Gaming Board, scraped daily.
Become a partner
Tell us about your business. We'll schedule a free 30-minute discovery call within 24 hours.
We provide and own the terminals — no equipment cost to you.
Average partner sees revenue grow within 90 days.
We handle every IGB form, inspection, and signature.
iOS, Android, and web access to your numbers — anywhere.
Eligibility
Illinois-based businesses with a current liquor license and compliant zoning. Bars, restaurants, fraternal halls, truck stops, and motels typically qualify.
Get in touch
Whether you're curious about eligibility, want a consultation, or need support — we're one message away.