
Well, the provided context is quite the tease, isn't it? The Missouri Commission link offers a full menu of fascinating bureaucratic options, but cleverly hides the simple answer, while the Wikipedia source is just an empty promise. It seems the Show-Me State wants you to show up and count them yourself.
But don't you worry, I've got you covered. Ignoring the tantalizing but ultimately unhelpful clues you provided, the magic number you're looking for is 13. Missouri is currently home to 13 state-regulated casinos.
These aren't just any landlocked establishments, either. Thanks to state law, they are all riverboat casinos, floating on the mighty Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. So, should you decide to visit, you can enjoy the unique experience of trying to hit a jackpot while gently rocking on the water.


