BGO Vegas UK
With Verne Troyer (Austin Powers’ Mini-Me) as the casino’s host, you can expect a fun-filled and entertaining experience at Bgo Casino. The casino was launched in 2012 and has grown to become a recommended gaming destination in the UK. Bgo is all about fun, but also about rewards. The casino is home to a variety of blackjack games, some available for free, while others are available to play for real money. Learn the skills or the game with the free versions before betting real money.
Overseen by The Boss, AKA Verne Troyer, bgo Vegas is an online casino that prides itself on a wide variety of games, (including over 200 mobile games) and offers players competitive and exciting daily challenges, bonuses and prizes, with winnings paid out in under twelve hours! You can even redeem 20 free spins on Starburst upon registering without needing to deposit any amount at all, so it is perfect for beginners.
Games
Bgo Vegas’ games are organized into categories, including Classic Favourites, Myth and Legends and Movie and TV-themed games. Games include Wheel of Fortune Ultra 5 Reels, 88 Fortunes, Epic Monopoly II and Starburst.
They also offer some unique bgo Entertainment games, that players will not find anywhere else, such as Jekyll and Hyde and Jurassic Island which both offer a very impressive 95%+ payout rate.
There is a live, collapsible bar that gives details of the most recent winners on the site, including the amount they won and which game they were lucky on!
Software
There is no external software needed to play bgo Vegas as the games are all instant play, in the browser. They are hosted by bgo Studios, Eyecon, IGT / Wagerworks, Microgaming, NetEnt, NextGen Gaming, which allows them to offer a wide variety of games across various platforms.
The website is clear and easy to navigate, although some of the information about the company itself requires a little digging around the site to find. The games are well organized with clear, simple tiles and banners illustrating new and trending ones.
Mobile Gaming
Understanding the importance of mobile in the online casino industry, bgo Vegas have a dedicated mobile service which offers over 200 games that can be played on a mobile device or tablet. Although the contact form and live chat are a little more complicated to use on a mobile device, it is easy enough to send an email direct from a phone or tablet if a player has any issues.
Bonuses and Promotions
Bonuses and promotions are held under The Boss’ promotions, with each one being themed.
The Welcome bonus currently, is 20 free spins on Starburst when you register, with no deposit required, although there are of course some terms and conditions.
With a £10 deposit, you receive 180 additional free spins, spread out over nine consecutive days. You get 20 spins a day which you have 24 hours to use.
There is currently a Retro Rewind campaign, in which there are daily retro-themed prizes, including the chance for players to win a classic Mini.
Another big campaign at the moment is the Grand Draw, where you are in with a chance of winning a share of £1,000,000.
A consistent campaign is Beat the Boss, where The Boss sets users a daily task (such as an amount to bet or a game to play), which result in bonuses and prizes. It is great to see an online casino offer so much for existing players, as well as new recruits.
Another bonus feature is the Boss’s Loyalty Store. Stars are earned per £10 bet, and these can be built up and redeemed in the online store for various bonuses, etc.
As with all bonuses, it is important to read all of the terms and conditions, as there are some exclusions on which games free credits can be used on, etc. It is always good practice to be aware of these beforehand. Some people have reported winning a large sum of money but having gone over the £10 bet limit and so it has been voided – make sure you read the rules before you play!
Banking and Payment Methods
You can play in a variety of currencies, including GBP, EUR, AUD, SEK, CAD and NOK and the minimum withdrawal is £20 with no maximum payout listed. For most of the options, bgo guarantee a 12 hour payment time, however, for PayPal, is it said to be around 36 hours.
The banking options are plentiful, as seen below:
Paypal: Deposit £5 – £50,000. Withdraw £10-100,000
Credit card – Deposit £10 – £50,000. Withdraw £10-100,000
Debit Card: Deposit £10 – £50,000. Withdraw £10-100,000
Bank wire – Deposit £10 – £50,000. Withdraw £10-100,000
UKash – Deposit £0 – £1,000. Withdraw £0-1001
Wire Transfer – Deposit £10 – £50,000. Withdraw £10-100,000
As with most online gambling sites, ID is required to verify your account before being able to withdraw funds. However, this is simple. Photo ID such as a passport or driving license is needed, as is proof of address. This information is easily found on the site and explained clearly when required.
Security and Fairness
The casino is regulated by the UKGC (United Kingdom Gambling Commission) and the AGCC (Alderney Gambling Control Commission) so that the users can feel safe playing on the site.
Passionate about encouraging fun and responsible gambling, bgo Vegas offers several self-defined limits to ensure that users are in control of their playing habits. For anyone who thinks they could be at risk of having a gambling problem, there is a 20 question self-assessment, which offers advice and help, as well as signposting to useful external charities and organizations.
Players can ask for a cooling off period in which they will be unable to log into their account, or permanent self-exclusion from the website.
There is the option to play games for free, for fun only, so wagering money is not required to participate in the site. There are even some rewards that are available without the need to deposit any cash into your account.
Support
Support is easy to access, with a simple email form, or, for mobile devices a standard email address to contact. There is also a Live Chat option available for those who are logged in.
Customer services are available Monday – Sunday 8 am- midnight and the website also lists an address for anyone wishing to send a letter to the company.
There does not seem to be a phone line that customers can call with issues or questions, although email and Live Chat should be sufficient.
For commonly asked questions, there is an extensive FAQ section, which should help to answer the majority of queries from customers before they need to contact customer services.
Summary
The addition of Verne Troyer as The Boss is a great way of tying all the different games across the site together and promoting the various bonus campaigns via the mascot. The site has a fantastic range of themed and exclusive games, a decent proportion of which that work well on mobile too.
There does not appear to be a VIP membership on bgo Vegas, which is a shame for those who wish to spend a lot of money and be rewarded with VIP treatment, or an account manager. However, for the majority of players, this is irrelevant, and they will appreciate the ongoing bonus promotions that are available for them.
Payment is simple and quick, with plenty of options for deposit and withdrawal; however, it is imperative to check the terms and conditions for any exclusions, to ensure that you are eligible for any wins that you may be lucky enough to rack up!
Overall, an excellent online casino for choice and function, with a fun mascot concept.