Allure of Casinos

Ever wonder why the bright lights of a casino can both promise and pilfer dreams in the same breath? How is it that some walk away with fortunes while others lose their shirt? I'm looking for insights into the magical world of casinos - their allure, the psychological tricks they use to keep you playing, and why, despite knowing the odds, we're drawn back time and time again. Does the thrill of the win outweigh the agony of defeat, or is there something deeper at play here?