Thunderbolt Casino review
Thunderbolt Casino’s catalogue includes more than 200 Real Time Gaming titles. The range covers slots, progressive jackpot games, table games, scratch cards and video poker.
Thunderbolt Casino has a strong South African identity and is presented with that market in mind, while also accepting players from various countries, including New Zealand. The review says only a small number of countries are excluded.
Thunderbolt Casino
R350 FREE + R10,000 Welcome Bonus
Bonus Code: PLAYCAS350
Minimum Deposit: R20
Wagering: (Deposit + Bonus) x 30
Features
The review describes Thunderbolt Casino as mainly serving players in South Africa and New Zealand, while also accepting customers from around the world. It says the mobile-optimised interface is easy to use and that a PC client and mobile app are available to download.
Highlights
- A broad range of bonuses and promotions
- Customer support listed as available 24/7
- Multiple payment methods
- Optional mobile app and PC client
- Progressive jackpot slots
- Few countries are restricted
Points to consider
- No live-dealer games
- Low weekly withdrawal limits
Thunderbolt Casino at a Glance
| Online | Since 2015 |
|---|---|
| Licence |
| Software | |
|---|---|
| Owner | Springbok Group |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
| Restricted countries | |
|---|---|
| Currencies | ZAR |
| Language | |
| Support | Live chat, email support, FAQ page |
| Contact | [email protected] |
DEPOSITS & WITHDRAWALS
| Deposit methods | |
|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | R20 |
| Minimum withdrawal | R500 |
| Withdrawal limits | R25,000 per week |
| Payout timeframes | Pending Time: Up to 3 days. E-wallets: Instant. Credit/Debit Cards: Up to 5 banking days. Bank Transfers: Up to 20 banking days. |
Background
Springbok Group owns Thunderbolt Casino, which launched in 2015. The group also operates Springbok Casino.
Licensing, security and fair play
The recorded checks found licensing information difficult to locate. Thunderbolt Casino’s ‘New Zealand’ page refers to licensing by the Government of Curacao, but the review could not find those details in the site footer, where it expected them. The casino also says its games are tested for fairness by Technical Systems Testing (TST), an external testing company.
The review says the casino works with CDS Corporation, an independent player dispute and mediation service. CDS has also certified Thunderbolt Casino as a safe place to play. It reports that transactions use 128-bit SSL encryption and that player funds are held in bank accounts separate from operating funds.
Bonuses and promotions
The supplied review describes Thunderbolt Casino as offering a broad range of promotions, including a welcome bonus, reload bonuses, cashback offers, free spins, weekend and mobile promotions, a comp-points scheme and other deals.
Standard welcome offer
The review says new players can receive up to R10,000 in bonus cash. It describes a deposit match on each of the first three deposits, followed by the option to claim a free R2500 with a special bonus code.
- 1st Deposit: 100% deposit match, up to R2500
- 2nd Deposit: 125% deposit match, up to R2500
- 3rd Deposit: 150% deposit match, up to R2500
- No 4th Deposit: Claim a free R2500 with a bonus code
The stated wagering condition is 30x the deposit and bonus funds before a withdrawal can be requested. Put another way, the combined amount must be wagered 30 times first.
The following games are listed as contributing 100% towards the wagering requirement:
- 7 Stud Poker
- Bingo games
- European Slot Poker
- Keno
- Pai Gow Poker
- Scratch Cards
- All slots
Additional promotions
The review also points to promotions beyond the welcome package. It says the casino’s ‘Promotions’ page lists a VIP and loyalty scheme, free spins and additional offers.
Payment methods
The review describes several deposit and withdrawal options at Thunderbolt Casino, including bank cards, bank transfers, e-wallets and Bitcoin. It points to the ‘Banking’ page for further instructions, such as the identity verification needed before submitting a withdrawal request.
Depositing
Thunderbolt Casino’s listed deposit methods include Visa/Mastercard, Skrill, Neteller, SiD, ecoPayz, EFT and Bitcoin through Neteller. The review says deposits are credited instantly and balances are held in ZAR. Deposits in other currencies are also possible, although exchange rates may apply.
The review lists minimum deposits ranging from R20 through Skrill to R270 for new players using bank cards.
Withdrawals and Cashouts
Minimum withdrawals are listed as R500 per transaction, or R1500 for SiD bank transfers. Available withdrawal methods are Visa, Skrill, Neteller, SiD, ecoPayz and Bitcoin through Neteller. The review sets the maximum weekly withdrawal at R25,000.
The review says a withdrawal request may remain pending for up to 3 days before Thunderbolt Casino starts processing it. Completion times then depend on the payment method: e-wallets are described as instant, card payments can take a few days, and bank transfers may require up to 20 banking days.
The review says customers must verify their identity before their first withdrawal by submitting documents. Details are available on Thunderbolt Casino’s banking page.
Games
Thunderbolt Casino’s catalogue is described as containing more than 200 games, including video slots, progressive jackpot slots, virtual table games and video poker.
Software provider
According to the review, Real Time Gaming supplies all games at Thunderbolt Casino. It describes the developer as popular and says it has a substantial catalogue of its own.
Slots
Slots make up most of Thunderbolt Casino’s games, with more than 150 titles available on mobile devices, desktop computers and laptops. The review names Frog Fortunes, Pulsar, Magic Mushroom and Diamond Fleets as games that were trending at the casino when it was written.
The progressive jackpot range is smaller, with just 7 games. Each offers a chance to win a progressive prize; the review names Cash Bandits 3, Aztec’s Millions and 5 Wishes as popular examples.
Table games
The review describes Thunderbolt Casino’s virtual table-game selection as limited. Options include Blackjack, Baccarat, Pai Gow Poker, Three Card Rummy and Pontoon. It also notes that there is no roulette game, which may disappoint some players.
Live casino
The review says Thunderbolt Casino had no live-dealer games when it was written. Players who prefer tables with live dealers may find this a drawback.
Mobile play
The review says there are three ways to access Thunderbolt Casino: instant play in a browser, a downloadable desktop client or a dedicated app. For mobile play, it lists iOS and Android apps, as well as the option to open the casino in a browser and start playing straight away.
The desktop client is intended for players who want access to Thunderbolt Casino’s full game catalogue.
Customer service
Thunderbolt Casino lists live chat and email for customer support and describes its team as available 24/7. The site also shows a toll-free phone number for South African players, though it is marked as unavailable. The FAQ page is another source of quick guidance.
- Live chat
- Email support
- FAQ page
Review summary
The supplied review considers Thunderbolt Casino a reasonable option for players in South Africa or New Zealand. It describes the catalogue as relatively compact but says the games are generally good quality and varied enough to provide an engaging selection. The lack of live dealers may be a drawback, while the wide choice of bonuses and promotions is presented as the casino’s main strength.
