Even though there are literally thousands of online casinos available today most
of the well-established casinos are using one of a small group of software providers,
which offer turnkey solutions to the gambling industry.
The fact that most casinos are using one of a small group of software providers
makes it a lot easier for you to choose between the large amount of casinos out
there: Casinos using the same software most likely offer roughly the same games,
the same type of promotions, the same banking methods and so on.
I will now give you a short description of some of the most well established and
reputable software providers:
Boss Media
Boss Media, based in Sweden, is one of the largest and oldest software providers
around. Their software and games are perhaps the closest you can get to a real
casino compared to other software providers - although a bit slow. Both multi-player
and private tables are available. An easily accessible transaction record shows
your every bet, deposit, bonus, and withdrawal, going back as far as you want
- this is quite unique.
The banking options available are quite limited but you can generally use the
most common methods like VISA, Mastercard, Neteller, Firepay, Wire Transfer and
Telebuy/900pay.
Recently more and more Boss Media casinos have started offering monthly bonuses
on top of the regular signup offers. All promotions are added to your account
instantly.
Boss Media is definitely my favorite and there has never been any problems with
a casino using this software.
Microgaming
This South African based developer firm produces one of the most widely used software
types out there. The affiliated casinos are generally of high standard with very
few exceptions. Look for the symbol for Kahnawake Gaming Council where most of
these casinos are licensed.
The Microgaming software offers a large variety of both single and multiplayer
games and in the new version of the software called Viper a lot of new and groundbreaking
features have been introduced: Expert Mode that gives you advice of the best
playing strategy and Autoplay Mode that enables the player to automatically
play a selected number of consecutive hands or spins without having to interact
with the software.
Please note that not all Microgaming casinos have introduced the new Viper
software.
The promotions vary a great deal but you should be aware that a lot of countries
are banned from playing or from receiving promotions so be sure to check out
the terms.
Casinos using Microgaming software:
Lucky Nugget uses Microgaming top-quality soft...
The Ballroom use Microgaming as well...
Cryptologic
This is one of the "grand old men" of Internet gambling and their
records are as good as flawless. The games ranges from good to fantastic, transactions
are trustworthy and the customer support works well. The company was founded
in 1995, went live with their first casino in 1996, and was the first to provide
multi-player games in 1998.
Most of the casinos using Cryptologic offer monthly bonuses which are credited
instantly after deposit. However you must wait for a Pin Code by regular mail
to withdraw you money.
Some casinos using Cryptologic software:
InterCasino works under a magnificent gaming platform, developed by CrytoLogic
Playtech
Based in the Netherlands the software runs fast and smooth. The reputation of
the associated casinos is unspoiled and the bonuses pretty good. The only downside
is that the odds tend to be a bit on the low side and there is only a downloadable
version available.
On the other hand Playtech offers multiplayer games and special versions of
the well known games like Blackjack Switch which gives the player some really
good odds.
As more and more casinos choose to use software from Playtech they have rapidly
become a serious player in the gambling industry..
Some online casinos using Playtech software:
Vegas Red, the authentic Las Vegas-style gaming...
Casino del Rio, a unique touch in casino games
Casino Tropez, the European-style vedette
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