Of course, Fort McDowell casino does not compare to any of the better casinos in Las Vegas. Unfortunately, it does not compare well with other Indian casinos anywhere either.
The biggest problems are: slots set to pay around 70% (exception: poker and keno slots pay much better, as they do everywhere); smoke problem has improved but is still very bad; food choices mediocre at best; not always clean.
Live blackjack is acceptable. Bingo is crowded but typical. Some people like the poker room.