Regent Play is a well-respected online casino operated by Aspire Global International LTD of Malta. Players in the UK, and only in the UK enter into a gaming contract with AG Communications Limited. The site is licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority and the Gambling Commission in Great Britain.

Players in Finland can enjoy a no-registration, no-wait experience by using PayN Play by Trustly. Traditional banking methods may also be available to players in other areas.

Sister sites include Mr play, Spin Rio, and QueenPlay.

The site has two main sections - casino, and scratch cards. Your location will help determine which language the venue is presented in. In fact, it will determine your entire experience. Players outside of Finland should feel free to visit and discover the website that Aspire delivers to players in your country.

We’ll focus on the Finnish version here but also quickly note that the operator is known for fair play with no hidden terms or “gotcha” conditions so it should be a secure and fun place to play wherever you log in from.

Players from Sweden are not eligible for bonus offers.

Of course, promotions and other incentives can and do change from time to time, however, as we view the site we find free rounds with wagering requirements attached. Also, while we don’t find a section advertising it, in the Frequently Asked Questions we find the following: “Regent Play offers a 100% deposit bonus to all their new players. You will only receive this bonus by making your first deposit of at least € 10.”

The minimum stated deposit to get the free rounds is € 20.

The operators have had direct support staff available on the LCB forums for several years now but no players have made inquiries since early 2019 or submitted any complaints since the representative joined in February 2018. 

The last inquiry was from a player asking if they would be carrying Big Time Gaming slots. This was prior to all of the licensing deals and before Evolution/NetEnt bought BTG.  I counted about a dozen Megaways slots, including Raging Rhino, Majestic, and Divine Fortune.

Software and Games

Whenever the site would load, occasionally we were able to see a live dealer component. It would then disappear after a moment. This could be down to using a VPN which is not allowed on the site for real money play. Visiting from the UK, we found an entirely different offering in many respects.

While exploring the “Board Games” category we were able to find Lightning Roulette by Evolution Gaming and a handful of games from Real Dealer Studios. These are not authentic live-streaming games but they can be a lot of fun. What happens when you play Real Roulette, is a random number generator (RNG) determines the outcome, and then a highly tuned computer program stitches together recorded footage of live croupiers doing their work, and you are presented with a lifelike rendition of the game.

The site maintains a page in maximum verbosity narrating live gameplay so visitors without a VPN or players who are logged in may very well find an entire suite of live games.

When Scratchcards is the chosen category, we would briefly see a variety of subcategories such as Fantasy, etc. Once that disappears we see less than 50 scratch card titles but the catalog most certainly contains more for players in other locations.

The page includes a lengthy narrative on scratch cards, going into some depth on a few of the subcategories.

Casino Games

In this section, we do find subcategories that remain after the entire page has loaded. These include the following:

• Most popular
• New
• Slots
• Jackpots
• Board Games
• All the Games

In the slots category, we find all the likely candidates for a fun and engaging gambling session, Gonzo’s Guest Megaways, Fa Fa Babies, Book of Dead, Dynamite Riches Megaways, and East Coast v West Coast were all near the top of the list. To see more choices, simply scroll down and choose “more games” to load about 30 more titles. The list of nearly bottomless, but if there is a specific game you are looking for, the text search box might be helpful.

We weren’t able to see further filtering or sorting facilities however, logging in and visiting the lobby might open up more options.

Jackpots

Look for classics in this section like Leprechaun Goes to Hell, Genie Jackpots, and Divine Fortune. You’ll also find updated favorites and new renditions such as Fishing Frenzy Megaways, Genie Mega Reels, and stunners like Respin King, Temple of Wealth, Beast of Wealth, and Celebration of Wealth.

Board games

There is something in here for everybody from 10p Roulette and 20p Roulette to a high-limit baccarat table with everything in between. There are probably a dozen roulette games in single zero, double zero, and various house edge reducers like la partage. 

Blackjack comes in several different variants and all have the rules clearly posted so you can be sure your strategy is optimal for the game you choose. 

If you want to relax and play simple games, look for Casino Patience, or Coin Flip2 for a chance to take a break or hit a lucky steak and build back your bankroll.

Bonus policy

Bonuses and promotions are only valid for depositing players who have placed more than € 10 into their account. Regardless of residence, when you play in Sweden no bonuses are available due to local regulations. 

The first deposit of € 20 or more can activate a free spins bonus - currently free rounds on Starburst and subject to availability and change.  Free spins must be used within 24 hours. There is a max cash out of € 100. The deposit must be wagered at least once or free spin winnings will be removed. Free chips and free spins winnings come with 35x or 50x wagering requirements please see the particular terms of your offer.

Max bet with a bonus is € 4 or € 0.50 per line, or 15% of the bonus amount until wagering requirements have been met. Neteller and Skrill deposits with a bonus are restricted to € 2.50 per bet/spin.

Daily campaigns may not exceed € 200 and are only for the first deposit of the day. Cashback cannot exceed € 200 on net losses.

Unfortunately, all Aspire Global sites including Regent Play have instituted a max cashout policy on welcome bonuses and all other bonuses. The terms follow: 

“Unless otherwise stated in this bonus policy or other offer, if you place a bet only with your bonus funds and win, you will receive a maximum win of € 500 depending on the currency you select. If your winnings exceed € 500, you will only receive € 500.”

Banking and Customer Service

Regent Play is a Pay N Play operation which means all you have to do the very first time you play is make a deposit and choose your game - it’s that easy if you are in Finland.

• Visit the cashier
• Choose Trustly
• You will be directed to the secure Trustly site
• Choose your bank from the list
• Log in to your bank  online
• Confirm your deposit
• Play!

Withdrawing funds with this method is just as easy and secure and the money should be in your account within minutes.

Customer care

Live chat is available. You can also visit the Guide which should answer almost any question. The main topics are as follows:

• Game information
• Send documents
• Technical problems
• Bonus Policy
• History of scratch cards
• Frequently Asked Questions

Pitfalls

• Pay N Play is only available in the Nordic Region
• Max cashout on Welcome Bonus (€ 500)
• The full website is not available while using a VPN
• Spins are only valid for a day

The Final Word

Regent Play aims to treat all players like royalty with a premier gambling experience. Players in Finland will have a singular experience designed and delivered just for them. Players in other countries should visit the site to find out what is in store for them. Geolocation facilities in the HTML5 framework allow the operators to fine-tune the offering, including the bonus scheme, to players in any region.

The main drawback for many players is the max cashout limit on bonus play. This policy was put in place across all Aspire Global operations in March 2021. While it limits exposure for the operators it also limits opportunities for players, new and old alike.

If looked at as a second chance to win up to € 500 with a mindset that nobody is entitled to bonuses, it’s not a terrible term. To each their own.