888casino NJ inked a deal with Caesars Interactive in 2013, soon after New Jersey's online gambling bill became law.

The Gibraltar-based company first offered online casino games in 1997 under the name Casino-on-Net. By the time the UIGEA of 2006 came into law, 888.com decided to stop serving US customers right away.

After a hiatus of only about 7 years that seemed like a lifetime to loyal online casino players in the United States, the iconic brand returned to New Jersey after opening up poker in Nevada as well as poker and casino games in Delaware.

The Caesars/888 partnership has operated under a license from the New Jersey Division of Gambling Enforcement (NJDGE) continuously since 2013.

Players must be 21 years of age or older and physically located within the borders of the state to play real money casino games.

Software and Games

During the summer of 2019, the company launched a new gaming platform dubbed, “Orbit”. The relaunch added about three dozen new games to the roster. Players can register one account for all of their interaction with the site. 888casino, 888poker, and 888sport are all integrated on the platform. 

Your cash funds are available to use on any of the games.

All accounts are secured and verified and no underage gambling is allowed.

All games are tested and certified along with the random number generator (RNG) for animated games.

The site uses cutting edge geolocation software and technology to make sure players are located within the state's borders.

That doesn't mean... 

...that you can't register and deposit when you are outside of New Jersey. You can!

It doesn't mean... 

...that you can't request a withdrawal from anywhere in the world once your account and withdrawal method have been verified. You can!

It does mean... 

...that you will only be able to place real money bets when you are actually, physically, located in New Jersey!

Mobile or Desktop Play

The first time you access the site using a desktop web browser, you will need to install a small and secure plug-in to verify your location. It simply reads Wifi signals around you to triangulate your location.

If you are logged in through the poker client, iOS, or Android app when you move to the casino it's all taken care of for you in the background.

No worries, it's simple and all you need to do is follow the prompts. You only need to do it once per device too and you are all set to gamble in New Jersey with 888!

Available Games

We'll take a look at the casino games in this review. Simply click through from the casino to visit the poker or sports betting sections on the site.

There's a great blog with up to date and important information on every gambling subject under the sun.

In the lobby, you'll find an easy way to navigate if you prefer visual cues. If you're more of the word-type, there's also a comprehensive menu in the upper left corner.

The lobby (Home) is a nice place to jump off from. We'll start with the live casino...

888casino NJ delivers an authentic live casino experience in real-time. The stream is in leading HTML5 technology. 

A 3G, 4G, 5G, or Wi-Fi connection is all you need to play Atlantic City games like baccarat, hold'em poker, blackjack, roulette and more.

Table games with live dealers are available on iOS, Android, PC, and MAC devices wherever you are in the state.

VIP tables are available for high rollers and experienced players. The dealers can also help novice players with information about minimum/maximum bets, game rules, and even bonuses and promotions.

Multiple camera angles and close-ups of the action on a great variety of games are served up by Evolution Gaming, the world leader in live dealer streams.

Slots & Jackpots

NetEnt entered the US market with its debut in New Jersey. US players in AC, Vegas, and other land-based venues will not be as familiar with these games as online players in other countries.

NetEnt has actually been around a bit longer than 888 and is one of the most popular online slot providers in Europe now.

While Caesars was one of the last licensees in the state to include their games, they are a great addition and the titles feature prominently in the slot lobby line-up.

Just like 888, NetEnt refuses to provide their games to unlicensed overseas gaming sites that accept US players, so gamblers in NJ are fortunate to have the games.

They are a nice addition to the Dragonfish (888) games in the slot lobby.

Exclusive Games

Dragonfish is the business to business (B2B) division of the larger holding company. The game developer was segregated from the rest of the publically-listed company in 2009. They later named the proprietary game studio Section8.

It is now a stand-alone and complementary part of the larger group and Section8, through Dragonfish provides the exclusive games here.

Look for titles such as: 

• Steampunk Nation
• Oktoberfest Spins
• Gods of Gold
• Bella Italia
• More

Progressive Jackpots

The games we saw in this suite are provided by Dragonfish/888/Section8. 

Cards and Tables

If you like lower minimum bets and the ability to control the flow and speed of your game - this section offers a lot.

The RNG tables and card games are lumped in with video poker, even though the site offers a separate section for VP.

Play jacks or better, or any other video poker game with hands starting at just one to five cents. Hand counts for the VP games go as high as 25 bets per round.

Play French roulette, baccarat, or Three Card Poker for as little as $0.10 per hand. 

Most blackjack and roulette tables have a $1 minimum with some table maximums going as high as $3,000.

Bonuses and Promotions

This brand is known the world over (in more than 175 other countries) as an operator that knows how to attract players. But more than that, they know how to keep their customers happy.

Look for a generous sign-up bonus as well as a separate welcome bonus. The match percentage, on average, is not extremely good, but the wagering requirements only apply to the bonus amount and not the cash deposit... so that's good.

Win or lose, you'll collect loyalty points for all of your real money play. After logging into your account, check the Notifications and Rewards icons for any activity.

Banking and Customer Service

You'll have help every step of the way from your first deposit, to playing new games you've never tried before, to making your first cashout.

The website is simply stuffed full of easy to follow guides, step by step instructions, and even a way to contact customer service directly via an online contact form.

Simply follow the onscreen instructions to claim a bonus, make a deposit, upload and verify your documents, check wagering requirements and cash out.

If you happen to be in the neighborhood, you can deposit and/or withdraw at the Caesars Atlantic City Cashier's Cage.

The most you will be able to deposit in person is $100,000 but there is no limit to the amount you can cash out.

Please see all available deposit and withdrawal methods here (including PayPal) and find step by step instructions on the website.

Pitfalls

• Only for players in New Jersey
• Not the best wagering requirements in town
• Small selection of game providers and jackpots

The Final Word

888casino NJ was not only one of the first licensed and regulated online gambling sites in the USA, but the company was also the first to operate in Nevada, Delaware, and New Jersey simultaneously.

With a full complement of offerings from slots and live dealers to sports and poker, they can be a good choice for any player who is in the state, even if only overnight.

The initial bonuses and wagering requirements may not be as attractive as those offered at some of the other 30 or so licensed internet sites in the state, but they are generous and worth taking a look at.

The terms are fair but could be easier to find before registering an account. After signing up they are only a click or two away.

We'd prefer to see more jackpot games but the fact that you can collect your money at the Cage when you win is a major plus.

The Patron Protection policy is ahead of the curve and in line with their European operations allowing players to set any number of limits on themselves if they ever feel the need.

The onsite Android app and Apple iOS App Store install round out the offering and takes any hassle out of installing the geolocation plugin for desktop and MAC.