Full Tilt Casino review
Full Tilt entered online gambling in 2004, seeking to challenge PokerStars for the top spot among online poker rooms.
Full Tilt Casino has closed and is no longer operating.
Following a turbulent history, the brand returned with an online casino offering more than 1,000 live dealer games, online slot titles, table games, instant-win games and casino races.
Key Features
Full Tilt brought ‘poker’ and ‘casino’ together under one brand. Casino account funds could also be used to play online poker. Casino games were available in free-play and real-money formats on tablets, smartphones, laptops and desktop computers. The site listed English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Norwegian and Polish as language options.
Highlights
- A wide-ranging promotions program
- 7 European-language options
- Multiplayer poker available
- 3 remote gambling licences
- Welcome offer linked to $1m jackpot games
- A $75 deposit offer with 2,020 free spins
- A large selection of online bonuses
- Wagering terms described as achievable
Disadvantages
- The brand is better known for poker than casino games
Full Tilt Casino at a Glance
| Online | Since 2004 |
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| Licence |
| Software | |
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| Owner | Rational Intellectual Holdings Limited |
MORE DETAILS
| Restricted countries | |
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| Currencies | GBP, USD, EUR, NOK, PLN |
| Language | |
| Support | Live chat, email, FAQ |
| Contact | [email protected] |
PAYMENTS & WITHDRAWALS
| Deposit methods | |
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| Minimum deposit | $20.00 |
| Minimum withdrawal | $10.00 |
| Withdrawal limits | No limit stated |
| Payout timeframes | Processing time: 0–24 hours. E-wallets – 1 day; credit/debit cards and bank transfers – 3 to 7 days |
Background
Full Tilt started out as a poker site that it operated itself in 2004. Its reputation was damaged when it was shut down during the Black Friday raids. The Stars Group (Amaya), owner of PokerStars, later acquired the site and returned the casino balances recorded for members before Full Tilt closed.
Full Tilt’s brand helped make it an appealing acquisition for PokerStars, its main rival in online poker. Rational Intellectual Holdings Limited now owns the casino and continues to own PokerStars. Players could access it at FullTiltPoker.com or FullTiltPoker.eu.
Licensing, security and fair play
Rational Intellectual Holdings Limited has a long history in online gambling. Its poker and casino services were described as licensed by established regulators. TSG Interactive Gaming Europe Limited operated the Full Tilt website; the review identified TSG as holding UKGC, MGA and IMGSC licences.
The review described consumer-rights protections for players in Europe under EU rules, including safeguards against cheating and expectations that returns to player would be fair. It also said licensing authorities supervised player balances, financial reporting, security systems and casino staff recruitment. The review directed readers to a ‘Gaming Labs Certified’ seal at the bottom of the Full Tilt Casino site, which it said linked to an online copy of the RNG certificate. These are the review’s descriptions of the protections and certificate.
Bonuses and promotions
The review pointed to a consistent range of Full Tilt promotions and described their wagering terms as attainable.
Welcome offer
The welcome bonus was advertised at up to $1,500, with 2020 free spins added for the 2020 celebration. The promotion was expected to continue throughout 2020. Free spins could be played on progressive jackpot slots with prize pools of millions of euros.
There were 3 welcome codes. To receive the complete set of offers, players had to claim each code within 14 days of the previous one.
- WELCOME1 Code: Deposit between $25.00 and $250.00 to receive a $500.00 casino balance, plus 20 free spins on ‘progressive jackpot slots’ with $1M guaranteed, according to the offer.
- WELCOME2 Code: Deposit $25.00 to $250.00 for a $500.00 casino balance and a ‘Mystery Chest’ containing up to 1,000 free spins on ‘progressive jackpot slots’.
- WELCOME3 Code: Deposit $25.00 to $250.00 for a $500.00 casino balance and a ‘Mystery Chest’ containing up to 1,000 free spins on ‘progressive jackpot slots’.
Every deposit match bonus was placed in a separate ‘bonus money’ balance, as were winnings from bets made with the bonus. Wins from bonus spins were credited to that balance too. The offer stated that progressive jackpot prizes would be paid in full, potentially making the winner a millionaire.
The bonus featured Matchday Millions, Millionaires Island, Crystal Millions and Stars Mega Spin.
Wagering Terms
Casino Ideal’s review of Full Tilt Casino by Evan Carrington explains that bonus funds from a deposit match or free spins became redeemable only after earning 2 redemption points for every $1.00 in bonus awarded, and before the offer expired. It says the bonus could be played on live tables, table games and other options, subject to the rules for qualifying wagers and earning points. At the stated rate, a redemption point was awarded for every $10.00 wagered, resulting in a wagering requirement of 20x the bonus amount.
Other offers
Full Tilt’s promotions section featured various offers and recurring ‘daily wins’. One highlighted option was the ‘Mystery Chest’, which gained value and moved up levels as players used the site. Points earned could unlock free spins, free chips and other rewards when the chest was opened. The review considered this one of the stronger online casino bonus sections.
VIP and loyalty
Full Tilt’s loyalty program awarded redemption points that could unlock prizes through the ‘Mystery Chest’ or be exchanged for cash and merchandise. Earning more points in less time could lead to larger rewards. Players with enough activity might also receive VIP support and a personal casino manager. Points could be converted to cash often and quickly.
Payment Options
According to the review, Rational Intellectual Holdings Limited’s international reach gave Full Tilt a broad range of deposit and withdrawal methods. The options available depended on the player’s country. The casino accepted multiple currencies, but account balances were limited to NOK, EUR, GBP, USD or PLN. Players outside Europe also had NZD, CAD and other currency options.
Depositing funds
To deposit, players opened the Full Tilt ‘cashier’, chose an amount and selected a payment method. Options commonly listed in the review included Skrill, Neteller, VISA, Mastercard, Local bank transfer, Sofort, Paysafecard, MuchBetter, Maestro Card, Trustly, Rapid Transfer and Giropay. Mobile payment options included ApplePay, NeoSurf and PayPal. Deposits were described as instant when approved immediately by the financial provider.
Withdrawing Funds
Withdrawals could be made to Skrill, Neteller, VISA, MuchBetter, Trustly, Rapid Transfer, ApplePay or Giropay accounts. In the UK, PayPal was also an option for deposits and withdrawals. The review estimated e-wallet processing at about 24 hours and card or bank-transfer withdrawals at 3 to 7 days. Full Tilt did not officially state a withdrawal limit.
Games
Full Tilt’s catalogue featured well over 1,000 live dealer and virtual games. Players could also use their casino balance for FullTilt tournament, sit ‘n’ go and cash poker games. Casino sections included ‘slots’, ‘races’, ‘live casino’, ‘card & table’ and ‘instant win’ games.
Casino software studios
The review named Microgaming, Playtech, Leander, NetEnt, Evolution and NYX Gaming among the providers in Full Tilt’s game catalogue.
Slot games
According to the review, Full Tilt had hundreds of slot games and themes, including classic slots, 5-reel games and progressive jackpot slots with $1 million prize pools.
Table Games
The ‘card and table games’ section brought together multiplayer games, roulette, blackjack, poker and more, in live and virtual formats. Virtual options included several blackjack variations, European roulette and video poker. The review found the virtual card and table selection limited and suggested table-game enthusiasts try the live casino instead.
Live dealer casino
Evolution Gaming supplied the games for Full Tilt’s live casino. Sections included ‘Game Shows’, ‘Roulette’, ‘Blackjack’, ‘Baccarat and Sic Bo’ and ‘Poker’. The review described only a few versions in most categories, while poker had the widest choice: Three Card Poker, Caribbean Stud Poker, Casino Hold’em and Texas Hold’em Poker.
Mobile play
According to the review, players could use the Full Tilt Casino mobile app or visit the casino in a web browser. It listed downloads for Android, iOS and Windows, so players could choose their preferred method. The review described a catalogue of more than 800 virtual casino games, mostly online slots, and noted that some live dealer games were unavailable through the mobile apps.
Help and Support
Full Tilt Casino was described as providing 24/7 support in several languages, with email assistance for less urgent enquiries. The website and mobile site each had a ‘help’ section with support articles, an email form and live chat.
- Live chat
- Email support
- FAQs
Verdict
The review rated Full Tilt Casino among the best online casino options for European players and people in other permitted markets. It cited three licences as evidence of the team’s stated commitment to fair, transparent real-money gaming. The review also considered the wagering terms low and the loyalty-point and bonus-cash milestones realistic ways to reach withdrawable funds. Its overall assessment was positive, though Full Tilt Casino is now closed.
