Fun88eu is a Malta Gaming Authority licensed online casino that runs on the EveryMatrix platform. The site is operated by Odin Services Limited under a gaming license issued in 2018.

Game providers on the operator's license include NetEnt, Play'n GO, and Elk Studios. One sister-site shares the license, Loistokasino - another "instant-play" site focused on the Finnish market.

The company's vision statement reads, in part: "To become the natural choice of online casino players by keeping gaming fun, safe and easily accessible."​

Management is transparent and no complaints, resolved, or otherwise are found on the leading message boards or advocate sites since the brand launched.

Upon review, the site was offering an exclusive Trustly option for deposits and withdrawals. The service is only available in select regions - in this instance: Finland, Netherlands, Germany, and Sweden.

Simply making a deposit sets up all of the registration needed in most cases, as your identity and other information is confirmed with your online banking partner. Most deposits are instant, however, some, like those made through Skandia for players in Sweden will not post until the next working day.

Software and Games

Thanks to the site running on the EveryMatrix platform, players will also have access to some of the first games ever offered on the Maltese firm's RGS Matrix - a remote game server solution for developers and operators.

Spearhead Studio and Arcadem Studio games will ride along on the EveryMatrix license along with the independently licensed game developers mentioned previously: ELK, Play'n GO, and NetEnt.

Spearhead was launched by EveryMatrix in late 2019 and comprises the former team of developers from GiG Games, originally headed up by the legendary Mathias Larsson.

Arcadem Studios was launched in Malta by two seasoned gaming professionals in late 2020 with their first game deployed in September of that year.

HTML5 Mobile Games

All of the games in the casino are developed and delivered in the HTML5 markup language. What that means for players is simply that you can play them on any device, using your native browser.

No special downloads, plugins, or permissions are required and the language optimizes the games for whatever display orientation or screen resolution you are using. They appear and perform the same on a high-resolution handset or native resolution large display monitor.

Game selection

While at first blush it appears there are no live dealer games available, a couple of them can be found mixed in with random number generator table and card games in the table games section.

Aside from that, as well as finding video poker games like Jacks or Better in the table games section, navigation is intuitive and second nature as soon as you dive in.

The game categories are simplified and include:

• Popular
• New releases
• Jackpots
• Table games
• Slot machines

Unsurprisingly, the "popular" section was completely populated with slots titles when we visited. Some of the top games of the day included Book of Souls II: El Dorado; Barbarian Fury; Dark Joker (Spearhead rather than Yggdrasil); Wilds of Wall Street; Rocket Fellas, Inc., and Bonus bunnies among several more.

Many of the titles included in the new releases were redundant from the popular games, and that's not surprising either as fresh new games tend to get a lot of playtime until the novelty wears off or they become cult classics like Diablo Reels, iO, and Diamond Vortex may well do.

We were surprised to see several new games we were previously unaware of, but Play'n Go is a very prolific producer - still how did we miss Charlie Chance in Hell to Pay?

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Opening the actual "Slot machines" library is where we find treasures from ELK Studios like Electric Sam. Is it true your first love is the sweetest?

ELK has gone on to create many infatuations since their first splashes in the market and they never seem to lose their luster.

Back in the spring of 2020 the 8-row, 262,144 ways to win "iO made the veil between this world and the next slip away with laser symbols, wild multiplier forge, and charged wilds. Arguable more an AWP than a slot, the game is still brilliant and bound for glory in the mind of ELK cultists who explore the edges of being slot purists.

Wild Toro is still a popular slot with players, but critics who chose it as the slot of the year in 2017 may have been about as spot-on as I am about iO. Time will tell. I still enjoy both games immensely.

In the realm of Spearhead and Arcadem, look for Book of Souls - the original and II from the former and a debut release of Arcadem's "The Neon Samurai: Kawa".

We found a few surprise titles as well, such as Book of Immortals, which was released as an iSoftBet title, however, it may have been a 3rd party development deal. Whoever makes the game, it's a "must-play" title of you like stunning artwork, enrapturing soundscapes, and brilliant mechanics such as the "immortal" special symbols which can expand throughout the duration of bonus spins.

The jackpot games selection was a little disappointing with only seven titles - however, that could be due to geolocation and game availability.

Speed Cash is a 3-reel slot with a progressive jackpot. The help file did not state the amount of the jackpot seed. Bell of Fortune, same as Speed Cash...

In addition to several 3-reel progressive slot games, we also found Jackpot Poker and Caribbean Stud.

Quick note: This bears repeating in the banking section below, but if you win €50,000 or more within any 24 hour period and attempt to withdraw all your winnings, the payout will be broken into 10 installments with equal monthly payments.

There is a fairly representative selection of RNG table games, and the choices are probably curated for the Nordic and Deutch markets.

Rather than half a dozen variants of baccarat, appealing mostly to Asian gamers, we find a single title of mini-baccarat.

However, there are four types of blackjack ranging from single deck double exposure multi-hand variants.

There is one option for Live Casino Hold'em as well as an RNG 3-hand version and. Texas Hold'em Plus.

Look for at least three roulette games including a 'live' automatic wheel with la Partage rules, along with eight video poker variants with assorted paytables and attendant odds and volatility.

Bonuses and Promotions

Players won't find a huge match percentage bonus plastered across the site when they first visit - in fact, there isn't even a dedicated section for promotions. We had to go into the FAQ to find an answer to the question, "What bonuses and rewards do you have?"

What they tell us is that new players will receive casino spins with their first deposit. They also refer to a generous loyalty program called Player's Circle. Extra spins are given simply for playing the games you want to play anyway with the program. The last element is a Refer a Friend program that also awards spins just for referring a friend.

We'll take a deeper look at that...

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The welcome bonus spins are indeed "free" in that there are no wagering requirements and no limit on the amount you can cash out. However, there is a minimum deposit of 20 EUR required in order to activate them.

Scouring the terms and conditions we don't find either the word "friend", "refer" or "circle" so we might assume that all "free spins" are indeed at least free of wagering and cashout limits.

Your friend probably needs to deposit in order for you to claim that bonus, and your Player Circle rewards are most likely found in your account after logging in.

Banking and Customer Service

Banking at a gaming site couldn't be easier than it is here.

All deposits and withdrawals are done through Trustly directly from and to your online bank account. All you need to do is...

1. Click the deposit button
2. Choose your country
3. Select your bank
4. Follow the simple process on the screen

The cashout procedure is a mirror image and just as easy.

While Odin/Fun88eu doesn't charge for deposits, your bank might attach a modest fee and Odin reserves the right to inform you if they change their policy and wish to charge.

Deposits have to be turned over at least once to avoid any appearance of money laundering.

Withdrawal should be made to the same account any deposits were made from.

Payouts are made within 24 hours of requesting a withdrawal.

"If you win over €50,000 within 24h through multiple or one single win, and request to withdraw the total amount, Odin has the right to divide your payment over 5 weeks with a maximum of €10,000 payout per week. You shall not be entitled to interest on your winnings."

Customer care

Simply click "Contact us", enter your name and email, and start chatting.

Responsible Gaming

All of the tools needed to enjoy a safe and secure onlne gambling experience can be found on the bottom of any page when you visit the website.

Players can...

• Limit deposits
• Limit bets
• Limit losses
• Self-Exclude (24h, one 1 wk, 1 mo, 6 mos, or forever)

Pitfalls

• Limited area of availability
• Limited banking options
• Limited bonus scheme
• English only
• Euros only
• No phone support

The Final Word

Fun88eu is a well-received operator with a Maltese license. The target area for customers only consists of four countries as of the time of this review.

Very small and fairly large withdrawals are paid within 24 hours, but we would venture a guess they do not sit in pending status that long.

The game selection is well-curated, if customers demand a greater selection of live dealer games we may see more in the future.

The terms and conditions are quite lengthy and we poured over them extensively and didn't find anything untoward or predatory. The only drawback would be for those who might want to cash out for than fifty thousand EUR in a single day.

However, we commend the limit for one reason, it shows that the casino is operating within their means and are well enough financed to handle any exposure players could throw at them.

All in all, for players with access to Trustly instant-banking in the region, this site offers a great variety of great games, quick cashouts, and a great reputation among players.