|
Prime
Casino Review
About |
Software
| Bonuses |
Games & Payouts |
Online Cashier
Gaming Policies |
Casino Customer Service |
Awards
About
Prime Casino is
part of the growing family of betting sites managed by Prime Gaming. A well
respected and credited gaming operator, Prime Gaming has been doing business
since 2004, and has since given their network of three sites - Prime Scratch
Cards, Prime Poker Room and Prime Online Casino - a comprehensive and bold
makeover, resulting in what Prime Gaming likes to call "Real Games for Real
People", aka, the Second Generation 2.0 betting platform. Using software
developed by Microgaming (the online gambling industry's leader in gaming
technology, graphics and game selection), Prime Gaming certainly offers a highly
innovative gaming package to its players. Prime Casino is licensed by the
Kahnawake Gaming Commission and is headquartered in Cyprus (Prime Gaming;
Evagora Papachristoforou 6; P.O. Box 52151; Limassol, Cyprus 4061; Office:
+357-25-828882; Fax: +357-25-828883). Prime Gaming's network of affiliated
companies include Costa Rica based TianCom Ltd., which operates Prime
ScratchCards, and St. Kitts, Antigua based Safepay Ltd., who owns and operates
Prime Poker.
Back to Top
Casino Software
Prime Casino uses software powered by none other
than the industry's best - Microgaming. A quick look at PrimeCasino.com reveals
the exceptional nature of this software package. Marked by vividly realistic
graphics and interactive artificial intelligence, the marriage between
Microgaming and Prime Casino is a commendable one. There are over 200 games
available (more on that later), all of which are available on a full download.
It only takes a few seconds for players to selectively choose which games to
download, including new game releases - something which Microgaming is renowned
for.
Prime Casino also offers a Flash version of their
software package, which despite having a smaller game selection, still offers a
sufficient selection of games, the same graphical interface, the same level of
security and the same progressive jackpot games as the downloadable version. The
only additional requirement for playing the no-download casino is that one's
computer must be installed with Macromedia Flash. If not, a free download is
available on the Web. The Flash platform is a good way to familiarize oneself
with the playing interface and lobby controls, especially when this time is used
to test out the games with free practice money. There is no limit on how much
one gambles with play money, nor is there any obligation to deposit. However,
when that time comes, players are advised to download the entire platform and
register for a real money account. Players are permitted to access the
Prime
Casino Flash and Downloadable Software platforms, for they both securely
tie into a player's password protected gaming account.
Depending on one's internet connection speed, the
software download and installation time will vary. This is why the software will
initially download two games for players to entertain themselves while the rest
of the software downloads in the background. When the download is finished, an
installation wizard will automatically commence, which is then followed by a
secure registration process. Players need only supply a valid email address and
date of birth to get started. Prime Casino stands out from other casinos in that
they give players the option of getting the registration process out of the way
while the software downloads. A highly convenient option, players can opt to
register later if they so choose. As mentioned, a guest account only requires a
valid email and d.o.b., while a real money account required a valid mailing
address. To fund a real money account, players must do so through the online
cashier (see below).
Back to Top
Bonuses & Promotions
Prime Casino offers its new members a classic, generous Match
Bonus up to $100 Free. In other words, deposit $100 and have $200 to gamble
with. Terms on the bonus are very generous, considering the wager requirement is
only 20x, and all games are permitted to contribute to meeting said wager
requirement. No worries on playing ineligible games that could otherwise put the
bonus money in jeopardy of becoming null and void, such as the case is at many
other online casinos. Players should still keep in mind that different games
contribute a different percentage to the wager requirement. Slots, American
Roulette and parlor games like keno and scratch cards contribute 100%, Table
Pokers, Red Dog, European Roulettes, War and Sic-Bo contribute 50%, video and
power pokers (except Aces and Faces), Blackjacks (except the Classic version),
Craps and Baccarat contribute 10%, while Classic Blackjack and All Aces
contribute 2% of every stake amount before the wager requirement is met in full
and the bonus amount and winnings derived from the bonus are eligible to be
cashed out.
So long as the wager requirement is not met and a players
cash account still has funds in it, bets and winnings will come from and go to
this account. Only until all funds have been used up in the cash account will
money from the bonus account be used to make wagers. If the bonus account has
accrued winnings greater than the original bonus, these winnings will be
transferred back to the player's cash account. If it sounds confusing, no
worries, for Prime Casinos bonus manager keeps track of everything. Since there
are no game exclusions, players can gamble unhindered - needing only to check in
with the cashier to see their progress in meeting the wager requirement. To
claim the bonus, players must first open a real money account and make a minimum
deposit of $20. Within seventy-two hours of making this deposit, players should
visit the promotions page accessible through PrimeCasino.com and supply their
name, email address and account number in the bonus submission form.
Games & Payouts
Prime Casino offers over 200 games
on their Microgaming Software download. Again, a great way to see them for
yourself and give them a test run is by accessing the Flash Casino. There is
also an informative listing of all games on the Online Casino Games page of
Prime Casinos website. This large selection of games includes all the standard table games,
38 types of blackjack, table pokers (3 Card, 3 Card Poker Gold, Bonus Pai Gow, Cyberstud, Multi-hand 3 Card, Poker Pursuit) poker machines, a
large listing of nearly 150 slots that details the number of reels, and whether
they are regular slot machines, bonus
and feature games or megaspin slots, roulettes (American Roulette, European
Roulette, European Roulette Gold, European Roulette Gold Series, French
Roulette), progressive games, parlor games (craps, keno, baccarat,
scratch card, sic-bo, war). There are fifteen progressive slot machines and
several other progressive games, including Cyberstud Poker, Jackpot
Deuces Video Poker, Poker Ride, Roulette Royale, Supajax Video Poker and Triple
Sevens Blackjack. Microgaming's large network of progressive jackpots have grown
into some of the largest jackpots ever won online. At the time of this review,
they had a combined total of over $1.6 million, which is updated in real time.
A great feature about the games on
Prime Casino's software platform is that they can be selectively downloaded.
Games that have not been downloaded yet, are identified in the gaming lobby by
being grayed out. Any time a player decides they want to try out a new game,
clicking on the button of the game will commence an independent download, all
the while giving one the ability to continue navigating through the lobby.
Regarding the fairness of the games, this is verified by independent payout
percentage reports. The software itself is unalterable, and is source programmed
with a Random Number Generator (RNG) that ensures minimum payouts and random
winnings are obtained. Prime Casino gives their players even more confidence by
employing Microgaming's PlayCheck software solution. Players can log into their
password protected PlayCheck account and check on their last seventy-two hours
of game results detailing hand outcomes down to the T.
Online Cashier
The online cashier at Prime Casino offers a wide
variety of deposit and withdrawal methods, including alternatives to rejected
credit cards. Accounts are permitted to be funded with Credit and Debit Cards, Neteller, Click2Pay, ECO Card, MoneyBookers, EveryWhereMoney, UKash, FirePay,
Citadel, PrePaid ATM and direct wire transfers for UK bank accounts (minimum
deposits are $20). For players who are successful at using their credit/debit
cards, up to three cards total can be used to make instant deposits. Funds can
be transferred into the online cashier as Gross British Pounds, Euros and U.S.
Dollars. Handling and processing credit card transactions for Prime Casino is
Proc Cyber Services, who is widely known for their top-grade electronic merchant
services. Proc Cyber uses 128-bit Secure Socket Layer digital encryption, which
is the standards used by the world's leading financial companies.
All transactions made through the Prime Casino
cashier are handled by Prime Gaming's subsidiary company, Eproc Ltd, which is
headquartered in Gibraltar at Mezzanine West, Hadfield House, Library Street,
Gibraltar, UK. All transactions are guaranteed to be securely processed, and
will appear on personal statements as www.primegroup.com. A testament to Prime
Casinos customer service, they will accept telephone deposits from players using
credit cards and who prefer to abstain from conducting financial transactions on
the Web. Saved financial details are likewise guaranteed against account breach
and fraud. Employing a number of ongoing fraud prevention and detection
mechanisms, including server and software monitoring, as well as stringent
identity verification protocols, Prime Casino takes full measures in protecting
their members. The Microgaming software platform also gives players access to
their own password protected CashCheck account, which provides transparent
access to the details of all financial transactions made in the player's
account.
Back to Top
Gaming Policies
Players are
always advised to read over the Terms and Conditions
governing the use of gaming software and opening
accounts at all online casinos. The T&C's of Prime
Casino have been deemed to be in accordance with
industry standard legalities, and as such, players need
not worry about having their rights and privacy abused.
Nonetheless, players should regularly read over the
T&C's (they are subject to change), including the
policies governing promotions and bonuses. Prime Casino
is a highly transparent operation, and so has everything
posted on their website in plain site for players to
read. The most relevant of these terms are regarding the
minimum age requirements (18 years of age) and
country/jurisdictional exclusions. At the time of this
review, Prime Casino was not accepting players from the
U.S., any U.S. territories, China, South Africa, Taiwan,
Israel, Hong Kong and Macau. Players should note that
all gambling is for entertainment purposes only and that
each player is held individually responsible for all
losses and winnings. Lastly, all players should pay
close attention to the grounds for having accounts
closed and/or balances frozen. These include but are not
limited to, intentional charge backs, cheating and
supplying false registration details.
Back to Top
Casino Customer Service
Judging by the transparency of
the Prime Casino Website, their customer service is there to tell players like it
is. Actually, Prime Gaming has developed a good name for doing honest and
cordial business with their customers. In addition to being available 24/7 for
addressing player issues and answering questions, the customer service
department at Prime Casino prides itself for meeting all players needs.
Management openly encourages players to provide feedback on how they can
continue making the online gambling experience a pleasant one. Although live
chat is not available (at least at the time of this online casino review), email
and toll-free telephone contact details can be obtained from from PrimeCasino.com or while logged insided the software platform. All questions are
guaranteed a legitimate answer within twenty-four hours.
Back to Top
Visit
Prime Casino
for more details and information.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
Online Casino Conditions.com is an independent,
non-affiliated reviewer of online casinos and poker
rooms, which are to be used for entertainment
purposes only. As such, OnlineCasinoConditions.com
shall be indemnified by anyone accessing this site
and who has incurred damages and/or losses, whether
financially or criminally, as a result of
participating in online gambling activities. Since
the internet is a global activity and online gambling is deemed illegal
in certain jurisdictions around the globe, it is
each player's responsibility to determine the legal
status of internet betting in the jurisdiction which
he or she resides. It is the responsibility of those
who reside in illegal jurisdictions to not access
this website. |
|
