Those considered "games of skill" and also allowed under state law include games such as cribbage, skat, bridge, euchre, gin, and Texas Hold'em. The key to their legality is that the contests may not provide any direct benefit to the promoter.
(a) The use of any pull-tab dispensing device must be at a permitted premises which is: (1) a licensed premises for on-sale of intoxicating liquor or 3.2 percent malt beverages; (2) a premises where bingo is conducted as the primary business; or (3) an establishment licensed for the off-sale of intoxicating liquor, ...
There are 11 compacted gaming tribes in Minnesota. The compacts with each tribe are substantially similar. The tribal gaming commission has the primary responsibility for the on-site regulation, control and security of the gaming operation.