Casino Action is an online gambling site originally launched in 2004. Part of the Casino Rewards (CR) since 2007, the site was relaunched anew in 2009. It is owned and operated by Apollo Entertainment Group of Malta. Sister-sites include Luxury, Quatro, and Zodiac as well as 24 other domains with no white labels registered under the trade name in the UK. Powered by Microgaming, the site is eCOGRA certified for fair gaming, honest operations, and player protection including safekeeping of deposits.

In addition to eCOGRA certification the site is licensed by the
Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) for players throughout the EU and all other jurisdictions in their service area except the United Kingdom. UK players enjoy the protection of the Gambling Commission there. No UKGC sanctions or other actions have been recorded as of mid-2018. The site is also licensed by the Kahnawake Gaming Commision through a permit issued to Fresh Horizons Ltd.

While some players find a favorite among the many CR venues, they are all virtually the same as far as customer service, bonus policy, and game selection. Captain Cooks, Blackjack Ballroom, and Zodiac are personal favorites, but it is probably more a matter of familiarity and long forgotten memories of specific big wins than anything else.

Software and Games

Players can access an instant play version of the casino or download the Microgaming Software Systems Limited desktop client. Instant play is available for all devices, but the desktop version only works for PC (Windows OS). Microgaming rolled out the first true online casino software in 1994 and have been a leader in mobile game deployment since 2004.

Players will enjoy the full suite of MGS games, with over 750 titles to choose from. For those who enjoy a wide variety of certified fair games delivered by a site that is willing to disclose historic return to player percentages (RTP), this may be the only link they need to bookmark.

Slots are a very big part of the offering with over 400 video slots and 150 reel-slots. While many of the older 5x3 bonus games are clones of previous games dressed up with new themes, symbols, and sound effects while borrowing maths and mechanics, in recent years the company has been focused on delivering unique content and setting the bar for innovation in several instances.

Common among most spinning games are scatters and free spins, wilds that may or may not be stacked or expanding, picking and other bonus games, as well as a gamble games available after some wins on many slots. In some instances players can go beyond the typical 50/50 or even 4:1 odds to gamble wins with huge risk and equally large rewards.

The Online World Casino Directory has sorted this phenomenal selection of games for our readers into 15 separate categories ranging from video, reel, and progressive slots to card games, scratch cards, and fixed odds.

Newer games such as Fortunium can be played in the same session as all-time favorites like Tombraider, or three-reel spinners such as Joker 8000 or Cool Buck. If you prefer progressive jackpot games, keep in mind that all progressives are paid in one lump sum, no matter how large or "small". The provider has paid out about half a billion dollars in progressive wince since they launched the first network-wide progressive in 1998.

Power Poker and straight up Jacks or better all have competitive paytables and players can choose to bet on anywhere from a single hand to 100 at a time. Each hand played uses its own 52 card deck, with the exception of some Joker Pokers which use 53.

Blackjack, roulette, baccarat, and craps are offered in a variety of rule sets and table limits with several VIP Gold series versions for the discriminating player. Try Classic Blackjack Gold with generous rules and high limits or Vegas Strip Blackjack with four decks, 3:2 BJ payout, multiple splits allowed and dealer standing on all 17 counts. Players can bet at up to five seats in the game.

If you like numbers games or simply find yourself near the end of your bankroll and need a Hail Mary, check out the fixed-odds games on offer. Whack-A-Jackpot offers a top prize of 10,000x bet with a $10 stake limit. A flutter in that could set you up for a few nights in Monte Carlo! Another game you'll find is a skill-based slot titled, Max Damage and the Alien Attack. It's more like an arcade game than a slot. Remember Space Invaders? Max Damage is a fun game with the potential for big wins.

Bonuses and Promotions

After taking advantage of the welcome bonus most incentives are in the form of "Casino Rewards". The loyalty scheme spans more than two dozen online properties and is unique in the way it's administered. Loyal players will love it, those who pop in and out of several sites throughout the course of a week, month, or year may not find as much value in the offered. However, if those sites are all in the CR network, play at one site is as good as play at another.

Rewards accumulate no matter which of the nearly 30 properties in the network you play at. Slots play will get you one point for every $10 wagered. Tables and roulette generate one point for every $20 wagered with blackjack and video poker generating one point for every $100 wagered. You'll need to accumulate at least 1,000 points to cash them in. Points never expire, but status levels are based on monthly play.

Banking and Customer Service

All major credit and debit cards, as well as several bank transfer services, are supported. eWallets and prepaid vouchers are also accepted for deposits. Deposit and withdrawal limits are relatively high for all methods and withdrawals remain in pending status for 48 hours with no flushing. Expect to wait another 48 hours for payment. There is also a maximum weekly amount available for withdrawal if the requested amount is 5x or more greater than all deposits across all CR casinos. This clause does not apply to progressive wins which are paid in one settlement.

Customer service is the same across the network, so if you play at many CR properties or visit Casino Action a lot, you will probably get to know some of the operators. Staff is on duty 24/7 to handle all lie chat, telephone, and email queries.

Pitfalls

No live dealer games. Ongoing promotions other than loyalty points are scant to non-existent. No weekend cashouts. Customer service can seem less than personal due to the number of sites the staff handles. Welcome bonus winners could meet some delays and resistance if they have played at other properties in the network with welcome incentives.

The Final Word

Casino Action is one of the few remaining single software providers in a jungle of aggregators, remote games servers, multi-platform white labels, and sites that offer more than 1,000 games from a wide assortment of developers. However, as the industry has changed, Microgaming has kept these icons vibrant and relevant by providing a stable and reliable delivery system, frequent new game releases, and a home for players who are more comfortable with stability than a constant novelty.


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