Full Tilt Casino review
Full Tilt entered the online gambling market in 2004, seeking to rival PokerStars for the top spot among online poker rooms.
Full Tilt Casino is closed and no longer operating.
Following a turbulent history, the brand returned with an online casino featuring more than 1,000 live dealer games, online slot titles, table games, instant-win options and casino races.
At a Glance: Key Features
Full Tilt brought ‘poker’ and ‘casino’ together under one brand. Players could use the funds in a casino account for online poker as well. Casino games came in free-play and real-money versions and could be played on tablets, smartphones, laptops and desktop computers. The site offered English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Norwegian and Polish language options.
Highlights
- A wide-ranging promotions program
- 7 European-language choices
- Multiplayer poker available
- 3 online gambling licences
- Welcome offer connected to $1m jackpot games
- $75 deposit offer with 2,020 free spins
- A substantial selection of online bonuses
- Wagering conditions described as attainable
Drawbacks
- The brand is better known for poker than casino play
Full Tilt Casino Overview
| 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 & CASHOUTS
| Deposit Methods | |
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| Min Deposit | $20.00 |
| Min Withdrawal | $10.00 |
| Withdrawal Limits | No limit stated |
| Payout Timeframes | Pending time: 0-24 hours. eWallets – 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 took a hit 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 recognition made 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 visit through 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 offerings were described as licensed by established regulators. TSG Interactive Gaming Europe Limited ran the Full Tilt website, and the review named TSG as the holder of UKGC, MGA and IMGSC licences.
The review described consumer-rights safeguards for players in Europe, including protections against cheating and expectations of fair returns to player. It also said licensing authorities monitored player balances, financial reporting, security systems and casino staff hiring. The review directed readers to a ‘Gaming Labs Certified’ seal at the foot of the Full Tilt Casino site, which it said linked to an online copy of the RNG certificate. This summarizes the review’s account of the protections and certificate.
Bonuses and Promotions
The review pointed to a consistent range of Full Tilt promotions and described their wagering conditions as attainable.
Welcome offer
The welcome bonus was promoted at up to $1,500, with 2020 free spins added for the 2020 celebration. The offer was expected to continue throughout 2020. Players could use the free spins on progressive jackpot slots with million-euro prize pools.
Players had to claim 3 welcome codes within 14 days of one another to unlock every offer.
- WELCOME1 Code: Deposit $25.00 to $250.00 to receive a $500.00 casino balance and 20 free spins on ‘progressive jackpot slots’ with a guaranteed $1M prize, according to the offer.
- WELCOME2 Code: Deposit $25.00 to $250.00 to receive 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 to receive a $500.00 casino balance and a ‘Mystery Chest’ containing up to 1,000 free spins on ‘progressive jackpot slots’.
The funds from each deposit match bonus, along with winnings from bets made with it, were credited to a separate ‘bonus money’ balance. Winnings from bonus spins went into that balance too. The offer said progressive jackpot prizes would be paid in full, potentially making the winner a millionaire.
The bonus included Matchday Millions, Millionaires Island, Crystal Millions and Stars Mega Spin.
Wagering Terms
Evan Carrington’s Al Buraq Regina review of Full Tilt Casino explained that bonus funds from deposit matches or free spins could be redeemed only after players earned 2 redemption points per $1.00 in bonus, and before the bonus expired. It said players could use the bonus on live tables, table games and other options, subject to the rules for qualifying bets and earning points. At the stated rate, one redemption point was awarded for every $10.00 wagered, resulting in a wagering requirement of 20x the bonus amount.
Other offers
The Full Tilt promotions section featured a variety of deals and recurring ‘daily wins’. One highlight was the ‘Mystery Chest’, which gained value and advanced through levels as players used the site. Points earned could unlock free spins, free chips and other rewards when the chest was opened. The original review placed this among the stronger online-casino bonus sections.
VIP and Loyalty
Full Tilt’s loyalty program awarded redemption points, which players could use to unlock Mystery Chest prizes or exchange for cash and merchandise. Earning more points in less time could bring greater rewards. Players with enough activity might also receive VIP support and a personal casino manager. Points could be converted to cash frequently and quickly.
Payment Options
According to the review, Rational Intellectual Holdings Limited’s international presence gave Full Tilt a broad choice of deposit and withdrawal methods. Deposit options varied by country. The casino accepted several currencies, but account balances were limited to NOK, EUR, GBP, USD or PLN. Players outside Europe also had options including NZD and CAD.
Depositing funds
To make a deposit, players opened the Full Tilt ‘cashier’, entered an amount and chose a payment method. The review listed Skrill, Neteller, VISA, Mastercard, Local bank transfer, Sofort, Paysafecard, MuchBetter, Maestro Card, Trustly, Rapid Transfer and Giropay among common options. Mobile payment methods included ApplePay, NeoSurf and PayPal. Deposits were described as instant when approved immediately by the financial provider.
Withdrawals
Withdrawals could be made through Skrill, Neteller, VISA, MuchBetter, Trustly, Rapid Transfer, ApplePay or Giropay accounts. In the UK, PayPal was also listed for deposits and withdrawals. The review estimated eWallet 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
The Full Tilt library included 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 categories included ‘slots’, ‘races’, ‘live casino’, ‘card & table’ and ‘instant win’ games.
Casino Software Providers
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 across a wide range of themes. The collection included classics, 5-reel slots and progressive jackpot games with $1 million prize pools.
Table Games
The ‘card and table games’ section brought together multiplayer games, roulette, blackjack, poker and other options, in live and virtual formats. Virtual games included several blackjack variants, European roulette and video poker. The review considered the virtual card and table selection limited and suggested that fans of table games look at the live casino instead.
Live Dealer Casino
Evolution Gaming supplied the games in Full Tilt’s live casino. Sections included ‘Game Shows’, ‘Roulette’, ‘Blackjack’, ‘Baccarat and Sic Bo’ and ‘Poker’. The review found only a few versions in most sections, while poker had the widest selection: Three Card Poker, Caribbean Stud Poker, Casino Hold’em and Texas Hold’em Poker.
Mobile play
Players could access Full Tilt Casino on a mobile app or through a web browser, according to the review. It listed downloads for Android, iOS and Windows, allowing players to choose their preferred option. The review described 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, plus email help for less urgent questions. Both the desktop site and mobile site had a ‘help’ section with support articles, an email form and live chat.
- Live chat
- Email support
- FAQs
Verdict
The original review counted Full Tilt Casino among the best online casino options for players in Europe and other permitted markets. It cited three licences as evidence of the team’s stated commitment to fair and transparent real-money gaming. The review also regarded the wagering terms as low and considered the loyalty-point and bonus-cash milestones realistic ways to reach funds available for withdrawal. Its overall assessment was positive, although Full Tilt Casino is now closed.
