Royal Vegas Casino was established in 2000. It is part of the Fortune Lounge Group casino family. And just as Vegas Palms is reminiscent of the old Las Vegas, Royal Vegas gives the look and feel of a more modern, elegant Las Vegas, starting with its red velvet home page, newly designed (August, 2008). The site offers the full complement of Microgaming's collection of casino games, and it is a member of eCOGRA. Royal Vegas is owned by the Fortune Lounge Group, a private company that does not have to disclose management and financial information. The site is licensed in the Mohawk Territory of Kahnawake. More important to players is the reputation enjoyed by Royal Vegas as a premier online casino licensed by Microgaming and fully active in eCOGRA.

U.S. Friendly?

No longer.

Ownership and Licensing

Royal Vegas is owned by the Fortune Lounge Group, a private company that does not have to disclose management and financial information. The site is licensed in the Mohawk Territory of Kahnawake. More important to players is the reputation enjoyed by Royal Vegas as a premier online casino licensed by Microgaming and fully active in eCOGRA.

Software

A Microgaming's Viper platform powers the site. The downloadable software provides all the features and game options. The no-download software can be used with non-PC operating systems, and is considered a "lite" version. The interface is uncluttered and easy to navigate. Graphics are sharp, realistic and entertaining. The platform is solid and supports play in dollars, pounds and euros.

Payouts

Royal Vegas makes its monthly payout reports available to the public through the eCOGRA audit reports. The July, 2008 figures were 96.02% overall, with the following specifics by type of game: Slots: 95.247%; table games: 96.60%; and video poker: 99.44%.

Player Promotions and Benefits

New players will have their first deposit (minimum 20 currency units) matched up to 150% (maximum 100 units). Play-through requirements must be met before the bonus can be withdrawn. NETeller, Click2Pay and Instadebit will also add bonus money (usually 10%) of a player's first deposit, if made through them as a new customer. "International Casino Games" (Fortune Lounge Group's promotional competition) periodically gives away cruise tickets and cash prizes up to $50,000. Winning players also receive extra casino credits. Winners are chosen out of those who participate in the weekly game promotions at the Fortune Lounge sites and who enter the International Slots League tournaments. New players are also automatically registered in the Fortune Lounge Players Club, permitting the accumulation of player points that will be converted into bonus credits. As more money is wagered, the conversion rate of wagers to points rises, and some games give more points than others. The Players club organizes periodic promotional tournaments

Customer Support

. The Royal Vegas customer support center never closes. Help is available by live chat, toll-free telephone, fax and email.

Financial Security

Royal Vegas holds an eCOGRA certification, meaning that its software is tested for fairness, its procedures checked for confidentiality, honesty and efficiency, and the monthly payouts are independently audited. All financial transactions are encrypted and processed through the Fortune Lounge Group's banking facilities.

Deposit and Payment Options

All the conventional deposit options are supported, including credit and debit cards and payment intermediaries like Payspark, Firepay, Neteller, Cick2Pay, and Moneybookers. Bank transfer, check and wire are also options. Withdrawals can be accomplished through Neteller, ACH, and back credit or transfer on the credit/debit card. US players should pay special attention to restrictions placed on deposit and withdrawal methods due to federal legislation governing banks and credit card companies.