Uptown Aces is an online casino launched in 2014 by the Deckmedia Group. While the gaming site may only be a few years old, it is part of a larger network of casinos that date back to Sloto'Cash which launched in 2007 and set the stage for how all Deckmedia properties would be perceived in the future.

US players except those from Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, and Washington are welcome to play there.

The casino runs on Realtime Gaming (RTG) software and is available for play on any device using any operating system. PC users can download the casino shell which includes a tournaments lobby. MAC, iOS, Android, PC, and other users can play well over 100 casino games instantly in a web browser with no need to install apps or download casino software.

The RTG Random Number Generator (RNG) which is used to determine the results of all gambling games is tested and certified by Technical Systems Testing (TST). However, as of mid-October 2017, their Curacao e-Gaming license link is miscoded leaving them in non-compliance with the terms of their sub-license issued by Cyberluck Curacao N.V. (Master License #1668/JAZ) which requires them to link the logo directly to a license validation page. This may simply be a matter of poor website design and shouldn't reflect on the integrity of the casino operation itself. The link should be activated or the logo removed to solve the compliance issue.

While the venue doesn't currently offer live dealer gaming as many of their sister-sites do, they do accept Bitcoin whereas some of the others in the stable do not. The casino subscribes to some, but not all of the RTG network progressive games. Games like Spirit of the Inca are not the same as local Real Series random jackpot slots - all have at least six-figure prizes with some reaching into the millions due to the progressive meters being fed by players at all casinos in the network.

Games and Software

The casino presents in bold greens and purples on a black background with a darkened city at night. The home page and supporting pages are accented by non-garish neon highlights. The glowing Instant Play, Download and Mobile buttons don't flash or flicker, but quietly invite action. It is one of the most aesthetically pleasing instant play websites out there and walks that fine line between minimalism and visual excitement.

Upon logging in, the layout changes to one of the several templates RTG makes available to their partner casinos. Current bonuses and promotions will be presented. The color scheme remains as do stylized highlights such as the neon dice, 7s, fruit symbols and the casino logo. Visitors can change their view from games represented by splash icons to a simple list, which in the case of slots, includes line count and any jackpot amounts.

Clicking on a game pops up a second or subsequent window with the ability to open more than one game at a time. While not all RTG instant play casinos with pop-out game pages allow full-screen games, this one does. The graphics are well optimized on a 32" HD flatscreen and even more crisp on a handheld device.

RTG rolls out new games frequently, and there is a filter to view only the latest games. Players have the option of learning more about a game or playing it immediately. Information can include the volatility; low, medium, high, very high; theme, lines, scatter and wild symbols, what sort of jackpots are available along with a brief description of features. The current random jackpot level is displayed and players can mark the game as a favorite so that it can be accessed via another filter later.

In the upper left are four icons that can be clicked to view current bonuses, access live chat, read in-system messages or to open the menu. Live chat is available by clicking in the lower right corner before logging in as well. All in all, it is the best of the RTG instant play lobbies and the theme and functionality carry over into the download casino suite well. Some players prefer the download client as once graphics and supporting files are downloaded, they become instantly available, whereas with instant play, game elements only seem to remain available in a browser cache for a limited time and then have to be accessed again, causing up to several minutes of delay before a game can be played again.

Bonuses and Promotions

Bonuses and promotions can be accessed via the Coupons tab within the cashier, but fully detailed offers can also be viewed prior to logging in. Full tables with bonus percentage, maximum amount, wagering requirements, and coupon codes are shown along with active dates and cash out rules. Historically, the welcome bonuses have been generous with low wagering requirements and no max cash out!

Ongoing and special bonuses are abundant as well and the terms are always close at hand. Some players may need to provide documents including ID, bank or utility statement, and card verification before weekly promotions can be claimed. This needs to be done before cashing out anyway and support handles the process quickly and efficiently so it may be a good idea to get the process started and out of the way as soon as possible.

While terms can and do change, there has been a limit of $10 per spin for quite some time while playing with any bonus including cash back for those who prefer not to tie up their funds upfront.

Banking

Industry standard 128 bit, SSL data encryption is employed so banking is as secure within the casino cashier as it is at any financial institution. All deposits are instant, except for Bitcoin, which can take up to an hour in rare cases to prevent double charging. US players can deposit via credit/debit cards and bitcoins. Others can use Skrill, Neteller, or Eco. Withdrawals back to eWallets are free of charge as are Bitcoin payouts. Fees may be charged for wire transfers, overnight courier checks, or MoneyGram withdrawals. Minimum and maximum amounts can be found in the cashier.

Pitfalls

While a Curacao online gaming license doesn't provide a lot of value to players wishing to file a dispute, it does indicate other things of value such as anti-money laundering and other controls. In this case, the Deckmedia reputation is all a player really needs to go by, with or without a license. The lack of a valid Curacao eGaming logo, linked to the license, would be a major red flag at most other casinos.

Some players may move along to another offer if they aren't patient enough to submit documents before becoming eligible for all bonuses.

US players residing in seven states are not allowed to play; Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, and Washington state.

While tournaments are available using the download client, they are not found in the instant play casino.

The Final Word

Uptown Aces Casino has consistently operated with integrity and fairness since launching several years ago. They are operated by a well-respected company with a variety of casinos running on different software and have no valid unresolved disputes that we have found. The casino is endorsed by major player advocates and currently enjoys a high ranking on all LCB Network sites queried. Rather than simply offering a great sign-up bonus and then strangling offers, they consistently provide generous deposit incentives with reasonable wagering requirements and no maximum cash out terms.