Virgin Casino
Casino Software: Wagerworks (Flash)
Signup Bonus: 100% Match to ¡ê50
Monthly Bonus: Discretionary based on wagering
Verdict: Limited games choice but a quality operator.
External Link: Mobile Casinos for Virgin Mobile Customers
Virgin casino is relatively new to the online casino market and runs on the IGT-owned Wagerworks platform - a no-download Flash casino. Games choice is limited but Virgin has some unique games that I like to play regularly.
Games
The key games for me are the online versions of Vegas slots like "Cleopatra" and "Enchanted Unicorn", although UK players will no doubt be more familiar with the Monopoly and Cluedo slots themes. Another slot worth checking out is the excellent "50000 Pyramid" game with up to 40 free spins at 6x available in the bonus round.
The video poker games are sparse, but they have the unusual Phantom Bells and "Lucky Draw" variants alongside more familar video poker games, all available in single or multihand formats. It's worth noting that all Virgin games have the expected percentage payouts published in the paytable for each game, with most slots being in the 95%-96% range and video pokers higher.
One game at Virgin that is better than the equivalent games at other online casinos is Keno. It can be set to run fast and furious and has higher rewards for matching 7 - 10 numbers than it's counterparts elsewhere. This makes it higher variance (risk), but potentially more rewarding with a 92% expected payout rate. It's like Bingo on steroids for those who haven't played keno before. Gotta say I prefer it too!
Support & Service
Virgin casino is licenced in Alderney, arguably the strictest gaming jurisdiction in the world, and consequently they have to run a tight ship. This means you get next-day payouts, audited payout reports and very fair games. Aside from debit card and credit card options, Virgin also supports Neteller and cashouts of winnings are done within 24 hours. Bonuses could be more forthcoming, but they are still present and you'll find them crop up from time to time the longer you play.
When it comes to security, Virgin has a ¡ê3,000 cashout ID policy, meaning UK players don't get bothered to supply ID until they reach this threshold. When it happened to me, I send in my documents (digitally photographed, bluetoothed and emailed) and the process was quick and painless, taking less than 24 hours.
Conclusion
Virgin is a class act - but then you'd expect that from a Branson brand, trains aside obviously, and I have been playing there occasionally for some time. I'd play more if there were more slots available, but the games choice is growing all the time.
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