Abstract: A self contained gaming keyboard and interface that is used to direct and control standard or non-standard personal computer, networked computer or distributed server to enable the play of a plurality of gaming, casino-like action and gambling software. This device independent keyboard replaces the existing keyboard and mouse to emulate a more real and life like experience when playing casino wagering games such as; video poker, video blackjack, video roulette, video slot machine and others. This keyboard follows the same general format of appearance and functionality as used in the gaming industry to select, bet, draw, discard, hold, spin, reset, cash out and other actions necessary to play a plurality of said gaming software.