Software Providers<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The first consideration in \u201cgame offering\u201d of Star Casino is the quality of its games; and this is intricately linked to the software(s) that powers the casino.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this regards, Star Casino is powered by a variety of game developers which include NetEnt, Big Time Gaming, Novomatic, Pragmatic Play, iSoftBet, 1×2 Gaming, Yggdrasil Gaming, Thunderkick, Booming Games, Lightning Box, Play n\u2019GO, NextGen Gaming, Barcrest Games, Playson, Iron Dog Studios\/ 1×2 Plus, Bet Digital, CORE Gaming, Foxium, Game360, GameArt, Games Lab, GameVY, Habanero, Incredible Technologies, Inspired Iron Dog \/ 1×2 Plus, National Electronics, NextGen, Pariplay, Pulse 8, R. Franco, Reel Play, SG Gaming, Shuffle Master, Side City, and Williams Gaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many of these are leading developers of online casino games. These developers create games with cutting-edge features that include A-grade graphics, animations, sound, and more. Thus, you can be sure that Star Casino offers top quality games for quality gaming experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having many developers featured is great because if you have a preference for a particular provider, you\u2019re more likely to find it featured in the casino. Star Casino also comes good for players that like the experience of enjoying a variety of gaming software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Casino Versions<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The next consideration in \u201cgame offering\u201d is gaming flexibility, and this is intricately linked to how games can be accessed. Star Casino is an Instant Play Casino, so to play its games, there\u2019s no need to download and install a casino application to your device. Games can be accessed online directly using a web browser. This makes for gaming flexibility, because you can play games from different devices. Unlike download casinos where you can only play games from the device having the casino application; in the Instant Play Star Casino, you can grab any device, open a web browser in it, reach the casino\u2019s website, and you can access games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mobile Compatibility<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Continuing the gaming flexibility discussion is a consideration of whether the casino is mobile friendly. Thankfully, Star Casino ticks this box. It works well on portable mobile devices (smart phones and tablets). Thus, you can enjoy star casino gaming on the go. That is, it won\u2019t matter whether you are reclining at home, in a queue at the ATM machine; wherever you are and whatever you may be doing, as long as you can bring out your mobile device and operate it, you can play casino games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fun Mode<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Star Casino also features the Fun Mode. This allows players to try out games without committing real money. Thus, players get the casino gambling experience without the risk of losing their own money. This no-risk play becomes invaluable if you\u2019ll want to try out a game to know how it works before you bet on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Games Selection<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n An important consideration of game offering the he number and variety of games that Star Casino provides. Star Casino does excellently in this regards. First, it has over 800 online casino games. Except you are looking at its sister sites, not many other online casinos have this many games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, the 800+ games in the casino product of Star Casino are available in the following sections: slots, Roulette, Blackjack, Video Poker, Table Games, and Live Games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you want to spin yourself to a world of casino entertainment, you\u2019ll tons of slots<\/em><\/strong>. There are 750+ virtual slot machines in the casino lobby. Some of the top slot titles you\u2019ll find are: Book of Ra Deluxe, Starburst, Bonanza, Blood Suckers, Gonzo’s Quest, Extra Chilli, Fruit Shop, Book of Dead, Merlin\u2019s Millions, Medusa, Aloha, and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe slots include both classic and video slots, so you\u2019ll find your game whether you want the traditional 3 reel slots or the more modern 5 reels slots and the super exciting features that they come with. The slot games are available in every theme imaginable. You\u2019ll find animal themes, sport themes, magic themes, adventure themes, movie-inspired themes, and more. So whatever your interests, you\u2019ll find your game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you catch your entertainment at the casino tables, you\u2019ll find a Roulette<\/em><\/strong> section, a Blackjack<\/em><\/strong> section, and a Table games<\/em><\/strong> section. The Roulette section holds many exciting wheels that include American Roulette, French Roulette, European Roulette, Crystal Roulette, and more. The Blackjack section holds over 15 tables that include Zappit Blackjack, Blazing 7s, Blackjack Double Exposure, and more. The table games section holds different Baccarats and table pokers (including Three Card Poker, Caribbean Hold \u2018Em and Casino Hold \u2018Em).<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor the thrills of the fusion of video slots and poker games, Star Casino provides a number of Video Pokers. These include Deuces Wild, Jacks or Better, Joker Wild, and All American. That said; the options of these hybrid games are limited. Unfortunately, we did not find the other games\/ specialty games\/ variety games category. So Star Casino does not provide the games usually find in this category, such as Keno, Bingos, and Scratch cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Live Dealer Games<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the latest of the world of online gaming is Live Dealer Games. Star Casino says because it is always ready to catch the very latest, it wasted no time to also offer Live Dealer games. Live games are the closes to the experience of being in a land-based casino, while playing online casino games. The games are operated in a land based casino by human professionals (dealers\/ croupiers); and the live action is streamed to players\u2019 devices. Thus, without taking a step from home (or wherever you may be), you can play games happening in the floor of land-based casino; and can interact with the dealers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you want the social element in your online casino gaming, you\u2019ll find over 30 live tables in Star Casino. This is one of the biggest collections of Live Dealer Games around. It includes 18 different versions of Live Roulettes, about 6 tables of Live Baccarat, over 10 Live Blackjacks; and a host of Live Board games (such as Caribbean Stud Poker, Dream Catcher, Dragon Tiger, and more).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jackpot Games<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n A consideration of game offering cannot be completed without a discussion of jackpots. This is because the huge wins that jackpots promise is one reason players visit casinos. Thankfully, Star Casino is a fine destination to chase jackpot wins, as it has over 40 games with progressive or fixed jackpots. The jackpot amounts range from 4 figures to 6 figures. Some of the top jackpot games you\u2019ll find are: Grand Spinn Superpot, Star Jackpots, Imperial Riches, Grand Spin Superpot, Divine Fortune, Wolf Gold, Chilli Gold 2, Holmes and the Stolen Stones, 88 Fortunes, Wonder Woman Gold, Epic Gems, Mercy of the Gods, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bonus Offering<\/h3>\n\n\n\nBonuses<\/h4>\n\n\n\n The wonderful bonuses that Star Casino have for its stars range from a welcome bonus that you get as a new player to many other bonuses (including a loyalty program) which gives you a reason to remain in the casino.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Welcome Bonus<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Star Casino says it gives \u201cone of the best welcome offers from all certified Italian online casinos\u201d. The welcome offer is presented as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\nAction Required<\/em><\/td>Bonus<\/em><\/td><\/tr>Check your account<\/td> 50 Free Spins<\/td><\/tr> First Deposit<\/td> 200% up to \u20ac100 + 50 Free Spins<\/td><\/tr> Second Deposit<\/td> 50% up to \u20ac200<\/td><\/tr> Third Deposit<\/td> 50% up to \u20ac300<\/td><\/tr> Fourth Deposit<\/td> 50% up to \u20ac400<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThere\u2019s no doubt that this is a wonderful welcome offer. First, the welcome package is worth a whooping \u20ac1,000 plus 100 free spins; and you enjoy the bonus up to the fourth deposits. Also, it starts with a no-deposit bonus of 50 free spins on the bejeweled Starburst slot. You won\u2019t need to deposit any money to get the first 50 free spins of the offer. However, you do not get the free spins by simply \u201cchecking your account\u201d as the advert suggests; you\u2019ll have to validate your account by uploading a copy of your ID on the site within 48 hours of registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, we didn\u2019t like the match percentages of the welcome bonus. The first deposit bonus comes with a 200% matching which is fine, but other deposit bonuses have only a 50% matching. The implication is that from the second deposit onward, you\u2019ll need a deposit amount that is twice the bonus you wish to claim. That is, to claim the full bonus amount, you\u2019ll need deposits as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/em><\/td>MaxBonus<\/em><\/td>Deposit Required<\/em><\/td><\/tr>Check your account<\/td> 50 Free Spins<\/td> –<\/td><\/tr> First Deposit<\/td> 200% up to \u20ac100 + 50 Free Spins<\/td> \u20ac50<\/td><\/tr> Second Deposit<\/td> 50% up to \u20ac200<\/td> \u20ac400<\/td><\/tr> Third Deposit<\/td> 50% up to \u20ac300<\/td> \u20ac600<\/td><\/tr> Fourth Deposit<\/td> 50% up to \u20ac400<\/td> \u20ac800<\/td><\/tr> <\/td> \u20ac1,000 + 100 free spins<\/em><\/strong><\/td>\u20ac1,850<\/em><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nBecause of the low match percentages of the second, third, and fourth deposit bonuses, to claim the full \u20ac1,000 (+100 free spins) bonus, you\u2019ll need deposits totaling \u20ac1,850. Thus, you do not get maximum bang for your buck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you like the live tables, Star Casino also have an exclusive Live Casino welcome bonus which you can request within 30 days of registration. The welcome bonus is: 50% up to \u20ac50. The 50% matching of the bonus means that you\u2019ll need a deposit of \u20ac100 to claim the full \u20ac50 bonus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lunch Break Reload Bonus<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a reload bonus that is available every day. Simply make a deposit of at least \u20ac5 between 12:00 and 14:00 any day of the week, and you\u2019ll get an extra 20% bonus up to \u20ac100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The match percentage is very low, thus to claim any bonus amount you\u2019ll need much more in deposits. For example, claiming the full \u20ac100 bonus will require a deposit of \u20ac500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Casino Nights Reload Bonus<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a reload bonus almost identical with the \u201cLunch Break Reload Bonus\u201d. It is available every day; it requires a minimum deposit of \u20ac5; and it is a 20% match bonus up to \u20ac100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, it is designed for players who make a deposit between 01:00 and 05:00. Star Casino advertises it with the statement \u201cWho sleeps does not take … bonus<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLoyalty Program<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Star Casino has a loyalty program that rewards players for loyally remaining and playing games in the casino. It works in 3 simple steps: play, collect points, and convert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As you play games in the casino, you\u2019re rewarded with points. You get 1 point: for every \u20ac5 wagered on slot machines; and for every \u20ac10 wagered on table games, video poker, or live casino games. The more you play, the more points you accumulate. When you have at least 100 loyalty points, you can convert these to cash bonus (100 points = \u20ac1). Interestingly, the cash bonus comes with a low wagering requirement of 1x.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bonus Conditions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n However, casino bonuses usually come with conditions. Some conditions to note before claiming a bonus from Star Casino include: wagering requirement, games contribution to play-through<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wagering Requirement<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When you redeem a casino bonus, you cannot make any withdrawal until you have wagered up to a particular amount. That amount is the wagering requirement. In Star Casino, all bonuses (except stated otherwise) must be wagered a minimum of 35 times bonus its value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thus, if you redeem a \u20ac100 bonus, before you\u2019ll be allowed to make withdrawals, you must wager \u20ac3,500 (which is 35 x \u20ac100). Free spins are also subject to 35 times wagering requirement. That is, winnings gotten from using free spins are credited as bonus, and must be wagered 35 times before withdrawal can be made. Thus, if you free spins nets you winnings of \u20ac200, before any withdrawal can be made, you must wager \u20ac7,000 (which is 35 x \u20ac200).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll want the wagering requirement to be low so that you\u2019ll not need to wager too much before being allowed to make withdrawal. Thankfully, the \u201c35x bonus amount\u201d wagering requirement of Star Casino is relatively fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Contribution of Games to meeting play-through requirement<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Games contribute differently to meeting play-through requirements in different casinos. In the ideal online casino, games will have relative high contribution to play-though. This is because the higher the contribution of games played when a bonus is active the faster one will meet wagering requirements, and be allowed to withdraw. In Star Casino, games have the following contribution to play-through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n% Contribution<\/em><\/td>Game<\/em><\/td><\/tr>100%<\/td> All Slots except for: Special Slots, Blood Suckers, Motorhead, Jackpot Jester 50k and Jackpot Jester Wild Nudge<\/td><\/tr> 50%<\/td> Special slots: Ghost Pirates, Go Bananas, Jack Hammer, Jack Hammer 2, Medusa 2, Reel Rush, Spinata Grande, Steam Tower, Victorious (including the Max version)<\/td><\/tr> 20%<\/td> All Video poker<\/td><\/tr> 0%<\/td> Board games (all versions), Blood Suckers, Motorhead, Jackpot Jester 50k, Jackpot Jester Wild Nudge<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThis table does not put Star Casino in good light if you\u2019ll want to play with bonuses. First not all slots contribute maximally to meeting play-through requirements. Also, apart from special slots (50%) and video pokers (20%), all other games do not count towards meeting play-through requirement. Thus, if you\u2019ll be playing with bonuses, you cannot play roulettes, blackjacks, table pokers, baccarats, and any of the live dealer games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That said; except you\u2019ll ordinarily be playing slots and video pokers, Star Casino is not fine destination to claim and play with bonuses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Online Casino \u2013 Summary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n In this review of the casino product of Star Casino, we\u2019ll rate the casino\u2019s game offering 9\/ 10, and we\u2019ll rate its bonus offering 7\/10.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The online casino is powered by many top game creators so game quality is top notch. It has one of the biggest collections of games you\u2019ll find; and it caters to a wide range of gamers, as the game variety includes: slots, table games, roulettes, blackjacks, and even live dealer games. Being an Instant Play casino and being mobile friendly, Star Casino gives the flexibility of playing games using different devices and on the go. However, \u201cgames offering\u201d didn\u2019t get a perfect score because though game number and variety is impressive, there are no specialty games like scratch cards and bingos; also though there is a huge selection of jackpot games, there are no 7-figure jackpots games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Star Casino has a lot of sweet promotions. These include a relatively large welcome bonus (that is up to \u20ac1,000 plus 100 free spins across the first deposits), reload bonuses, and a loyalty program. Also, the wagering requirement (35x bonus amount) is relatively fine. However, the \u201cbonus offering\u201d lost some points in our rating because, reload bonuses are limited; and when a bonus is active, many games do not count towards meeting play-through requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sportsbook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n The review of the sports betting section of Star Casino will examine its sportsbook offering and its sports promotions. The former is to determine whether Star Casino provides offerings we\u2019ll expect of a great sports betting destination (such as a wide range of sports, and markets, great odds, and more). The latter is to determine whether the Sports section of Star Casino give players good incentives that\u2019ll make betting there worthwhile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sports betting Offering<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Available Sports<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The first consideration in \u201csports betting offering\u201d of the Sports section of Star Casino is the sports that you can bet on. In this regards, Star Casino says that in its Sports section that \u201cyou can find the sports or events that interests you<\/em>\u201d; it adds that you\u2019ll find and can \u201cstart following sports that you didn\u2019t know before<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAs of writing, the sports section of Star Casino supports 11 sports disciplines. These include: football, court, basketball, volleyball, ice hockey, handball, engines (Formula 1 and MotoGP), rugby, cycling, baseball, and snooker. There\u2019s no doubt that all the popular sports are covered. However, the available sports are relatively few. For example, if what interest you are less popular sports like Netball, Badminton, Chess, and more, you definitely will not be served by the Star Casino sportsbook. However, it seems this will improve in the near future, for Star Casino says that: \u201c… And very soon, you can also bet on other disciplines or other sports events<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMarkets\/ Betting Options<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Another important consideration in \u201csports betting offering\u201d is the available markets (that is betting options). Sports betting becomes fun if, in a particular sporting event, you can find a range of betting options. Star Casino also does fine in this regards in that it covers all the basics. You\u2019ll not find an overwhelming list of options as it is in some sportsbooks, but you\u2019ll find all the popular betting options so the available options should serve many bettors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Odds<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The world of betting revolves around the odds, as the odds determine your potential winnings. Star Casino does well to offer great odds. Star Casino sportsbook relies on the best experts in the sports disciplines to offer accurate and realistic forecasts, which take into account several related factors. Thus, you\u2019ll find that its odds are competitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Live Betting<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The days are long gone when you have to put in your bets before an event starts. Today top sportsbooks also offer live betting which is simply allowing bettors bet on events that are on-going. Thankfully, Star Casino also offers live betting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However with the pre-match platform not the most robust, the live betting service is also not the most robust. You\u2019ll find relatively fewer sports available. However, it has the standard live betting markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sports Promotions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Multiple Bonus<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n With this promo, by betting in multiple on any sporting events (excluding Antepost bets), you can increase your winnings up to 300%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The increase starts when you have at least 5 events in your slip, each with a minimum odd of 1.25. The percentage of the bonus starts from 5% with 5 events and will gradually increase for each event added to your multiple, up to the thirtieth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One good thing with this promo is that though the minimum odd to take advantage of the bonus is 1.25, minor odds (odds lower than 1.25) will not will not cancel the bonus. However, minor odds will not increase the percentage of the bonus either. This is wonderful because in the promos of most sportsbooks, minor odds (odds lower than that specified for taking advantage of the bonus) will cause a cancellation of the slip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Multiple Explosive<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Multiple Explosive is similar to the \u201cMultiple Bonus\u201d mentioned above in that your potential winnings increase by a percentage by adding multiple events in your bet slip. However, the \u201cMultiple Explosive\u201d promo applies to only bets in the weekends, starting from 9:00 in the morning of every Friday until 23:59 on every Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To get the bonus, you simply have to place a bet (on the weekend) containing a minimum of 3 events. Each selection must have a minimum odd equal to or greater than 1.50. The percentage of the bonus starts from 25% with 3 events and will gradually increase for each event added to your multiple up to the tenth, where the percentage will be 100%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of course, you can have more than 10 selections in your bet slip, but the percentage of the bonus will not increase after the 10th selection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
TV Shows Promo<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n In robust sportsbooks, \u201csporting events\u201d that you can bet on transcends the traditional sports; they usually include non-sports events like TV shows, business, and politics. Star Casino does not have a dedicated non-sports discipline; but as of writing this review, it was allowing bets on the most famous House and Talent Show in Italy (which are Friends and Big Brother).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To participate you need to bet \u20ac20 on any of: the first eliminated of Big Brother, the winner of Big Brother, and the winner of Friends. Each correct outcome will make you win \u201cmany prizes designed for your enjoyment\u201d. <\/em>In addition to the unnamed \u201cmany prizes designed for your enjoyment\u201d, there is an extra reward for any correct prediction. Getting right the \u201cNext Eliminated\u201d of the Big Brother show brings an extra \u20ac5 bonus to be used on ‘Monopoly’ and the other Show Games on Starcasin\u00f2.it. Getting right the winner of Big Brother brings an extra \u20ac5 bonus to be used on the ‘Deal or No Deal’ and the other Show Games on Starcasin\u00f2.it. Getting right the winner of ‘Friends’ Winner brings an extra 50 Free Spins to use on the NetEnt ‘Berry Burst’ slot.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSportsman Spin Promo<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a \u201csports brings you to the casino promo\u201d. That is, you bet in the sportsbook, and you receive freebies to use in the casino.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Simply bet (pre-match or live) a minimum of \u20ac20 on any sporting event on schedule, and you\u2019ll receive 10 free spins to be used on the NetEnt slots: Jumanji, Rise of Maya and Starburst. Interestingly, there are no restrictions whatsoever on the bet. That is, there are no minimum odds requirement, and no minimum selection requirements. However, Free Spins can only be redeemed once a day for as long as the promo runs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n