Casino Tropez Review

Hits

• Australian players are welcome!
• Operating online since 2001
• Powered by state-of-the-art Playtech software
• Also works in instant play and on most current mobile devices
• More than 400 games, all independently tested for fairness by GLI
• Live dealer games
• High roller friendly
• Fast and secure banking with AUD accepted
• Play for free option
• Generous Welcome Bonus (for pokies) and tiered loyalty rewards
• Partial refund of first day losses
• Separate onsite sportsbook, poker room, and bingo room for one stop gambling
• 24/7 Customer Support

Misses

• Mobile platform could offer more games
• Welcome Bonus terms presentation on website could be more user-friendly.
• Sunday bonus is a little complicated
• There could be more special promotions open to players.

Software and Range of Games

7.2 / 10

Software

Software from Playtech: A name you can trust

During the entire time of its existence, Casino Tropez has turned to one provider, Playtech, for all of its software needs. There was never a need to look elsewhere because the Playtech name is synonymous with some of the highest quality software and games available. Online casinos all over the world have made Playtech their provider of choice for the simple reason that it combines reliability and smooth gameplay with technological knowhow and creativity to deliver products that are both user friendly and state-of-the-art. Users find the vivid graphics and colourful animations highly entertaining and especially appreciate the realism of the games. Don’t worry either about the Casino Tropez software and games being the least bit dated because the casino wasn’t built yesterday. The software is continually being updated to create a playing experience comparable to what one will find in the best of today’s newest casinos.

Casino Tropez players have a choice of three convenient ways of logging on and accessing their favourite games:

• Downloading the software

  Many players still prefer the traditional method of downloading the software and opening up their account on their computer. The whole process takes only two minutes and provides quick access to every game in the casino.

• No download instant play flash version

  This method not only saves time because no downloading is necessary, but offers greater flexibility, too, since it works on any browser and still provides access to most of the games.

• Mobile play

  The Casino Tropez Australia mobile options are much more limited, but for people on the go a lot, the convenience is undeniable. The Casino Tropez mobile gambling apps now allow play on virtually any currently used device, including Apple iOS (iPhones and iPads), Android, BlackBerry, and other smartphones and tablets. Depending on the capabilities of your particular device, you can choose any of the following three ways to access the Casino Tropez Mobile games:

  1. Receive the download link via SMS.
  2. Use the QR Code.
  3. Receive the link via email and use your mobile device to open it.

  Unfortunately, even with all of these advanced capabilities, in one respect, the Casino Tropez mobile platform does fall short, especially when compared to what some of its competitors have to offer. (See our review of Leo Vegas Casino, for example.)

  According to the latest information available when preparing this review, the total number of games that can be currently played on most devices is only 14, while iPhone and iPad users have to settle for a measly four games: the Gold Rally pokies game, and one form each of video poker, blackjack, and roulette. Those with Android, BlackBerry, or other supported devices can also play a few other pokies games along with baccarat and keno. Hopefully, this information is already out of date or will be soon. Mobile users don’t want to be forced into playing the same games over and over again any more than computer users.

  As on the computer, mobile players have the option to play in practise mode before committing to real money. For more information on the Casino Tropez mobile casino, visit www.casinotropez.com/mobile

Games

Fortunately, the limited Casino Tropez mobile options are the complete opposite of the enormous selection of games waiting to be discovered and enjoyed on the computer. With over 400 casino games to choose from, there is enough variety to keep you happily entertained no matter how often you play. Whatever your individual tastes and preferences may be, Casino Tropez has something for everybody.

Pokies

Let’s start with the pokies, not only because they are an Aussie favourite, but also because they are a big part of the Casino Tropez lineup. They are the games you will be reaching for most often, if not exclusively, for clearing the Welcome Bonus.

Deciding what to play first given such a massive choice won’t be easy, but to narrow down the contenders, consider which types of games you like most. If you like simple, traditional games, we suggest the classic 3-reel pokies. But if you want more action and excitement for your gambling dollar, you should head straight for the five-reel video pokies. Win or lose, these machines are every bit as entertaining as their intriguing names like Queen’s Diamond, Fortune Hill, and Wild Gambler suggest. But because of the many paylines, bonus rounds and other special features, they also offer many more ways to win. The Marvel games like Incredible Hulk, Iron Man 2, and Fantastic Four are especially popular.

Of course, the greatest thrill of all would be winning a progressive jackpot. Casino Tropez has no less than 45 progressive pokies machines where you can try your luck, and remember, all it takes is one lucky spin which can happen at any time and maybe turn you into the casino’s next multimillionaire. Or go for less of a longshot and compete against other players in a pokies tournament; watch your emails for upcoming invitations. Another fun feature to be on the lookout for are brand new games. Casino Tropez has a special arrangement with Playtech to receive early releases, and some lucky players can be among the first to try them.

Other Games

Because Casino Tropez is a full service casino, pokies are only one type of game among many. All of the popular casino games are available, including video poker, blackjack roulette, craps, baccarat, casino table poker, Sic Bo, Pai Gow, Red Dog, keno, arcade games, scratch cards, and more. However, if you like table games, the two where the offerings are most impressive are roulette and blackjack. Whatever version of these games you might be accustomed to playing in your favourite local casino, you are in for a big surprise once you see the many other ways these games can also be played. Casino Tropez offers you the unique opportunity to sample some of these intriguing variations, which you have probably never played before and never will in any brick and mortar casino in Australia.

Live Dealer and Interactive Games

Are you ready to take the plunge and take your roulette, blackjack, baccarat, or casino hold ‘em play to a whole new level? If so, another fantastic experience awaits you at Casino Tropez: the live dealer games and Roulette TV.

Through the advanced technology of live feed streaming, you are actually able to play these popular table games with a real dealer in real time from the comfort of your own home. As you enjoy your close up view of the cards being dealt or the roulette wheel in motion, feel free to keep up a conversation with the dealer and other players. After all, that is what you would probably be doing in a real casino, and these games are as close as online gambling gets to being in a real casino without making the trip.

Or try another innovative gaming experience: Interactive Roulette TV. You have a choice of three varieties of roulette: Roulette Royal, Double Action Roulette, or Club Roulette. The game is played at virtual table with other players. You can view their bets along with updated stats on which numbers have been hot lately, just like in a real casino, and play along however you see fit.

More Options

As exciting as it is to try new games or new variations of familiar favourites, it is important that you don’t go into these games blind. Maximise your chances of winning by making sure you know all the important rules and in blackjack, the applicable basic strategy, too, which can vary depending on what form of the game you are playing. If your skills are rusty, take advantage of the onsite Casino School to brush up on the basics. While the live dealer games can only be played for real money, most of the other games can be played initially for free. This is another great option if you are unsure if you want to risk real cash on a particular game or you feel you can benefit from a little practise first.

Lastly, if you are an all round gambler, don’t forget that the Casino Tropez website offers more than just casino games. The separate sports book, poker room, or Bingo room are all only a click away. If you are a skilled poker player, here’s another tip just for you. There will be a lot of other casino players migrating over to the poker room who don’t know the first thing about the game, so the lower stakes tables should be easy pickings!

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Security and Fair Play

Selecting an online casino that would be a good fit for you depends in part on your own individual needs and preferences, but not entirely. When trying to decide whether or not a particular casino is worth your consideration, the security and fairness of the site are always of paramount importance.

We chose Casino Tropez because it fits multiple criteria for security and fair play. It is a place where you can be reasonably certain that your money will be safe and the games are fair. The first assurance you have along those lines is the casino’s longevity. As we mentioned before, there is no way that an online casino would still be in business after 15 years and counting, if there was any doubt about the trustworthiness of its conduct.

Furthermore, Casino Tropez Australia, like the separately reviewed Europa Casino (and a few others), is owned by Imperial E-Club, Ltd. and carries a license from the Antigua and Barbuda Financial Services Regulatory Commission. The casino’s software has been reported as meeting internationally recognised standards for fairness, and according to Technical Systems Testing (TST), its random number generators (RNGs) have been found to be fair and random as well. In addition, the recently reported data by Gaming Laboratories International, which are updated on the website monthly, consistently show the average payouts for all games combined to be 96% or higher.

Regardless of which of the many accepted banking methods you decide to use, your account is fully protected through the casino’s use of advanced encryption technology. Players also have the option to review their financial transactions at any time.

Promotions and Customer Support

Welcome Bonus Up to AU$3,000

If you are the type of player who would be content with almost any Welcome Bonus, almost any online casino does in fact offer one, but if you have your heart set on a big bonus, look no further than Casino Tropez. Unlike some bonuses, which are given out in their entirety with the first deposit, the Casino Tropez Welcome Bonus comes in three parts. Actually, you only get a small chunk of the bonus with your first deposit, another small chunk with your second deposit, and the bulk of it, which is described as a “Sunday Bonus,” over the course of 27 consecutive Sundays (six months). In addition, if you use one of the designated preferred banking methods, you may receive a little extra on top of the regular amount. Another way you can receive a bigger bonus is if you opt in for the High Roller bonus.

A unique feature is an additional “Refund Bonus.” If you should be unlucky enough not only to lose your entire first deposit, but additional money you deposit the same day, Casino Tropez will refund 50% up to $1,000 of the additional money you deposited and lost. Hopefully, that won’t happen, but in that worst case scenario you are covered although the refund comes with a hefty 30x playthrough for withdrawal, so that money could be lost, too. Here are the other important details of the rather complicated Casino Tropez Welcome Bonus.

Regular Welcome Bonus: Up to AU$3,000

High Roller Bonus: AU$500

Refund Bonus: Up to AU$1,000

If an entire opening deposit is lost on first day of play and additional money deposited after that on day 1 is also lost, the casino will refund 50% of those additional losses up to $1,000. Any such refund has a 30x playthrough requirement for withdrawal.

Banking Bonuses

If you use one of the designated preferred banking methods for a second deposit of more than $400, you receive an extra 10-15% match bonus on top of the regular Welcome Bonus.

Additional 10-15% match bonuses are also offered on subsequent deposits of $50 or more, using one of the designated preferred banking methods. All of these bonuses have a 20x playthrough requirement for withdrawal.

Loyalty Rewards Program

On top of an extended Welcome Bonus that keeps on giving for six months, more rewards continue indefinitely as long as you keep playing. All of your real money play in the casino earns comp points, which can be accumulated and exchanged for free credits to your account. The fastest way to earn these points is with pokies where every $9 wagered is worth 1 comp point.

Casino Tropez also has a 7-tiered loyalty club. The various levels are Club, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Premier. With the exception of those who qualify for VIP status immediately, everyone starts out on day 1 at the Club level but with the opportunity to advance based on play. The higher your tier, the more you are rewarded.

The website does not elaborate on the specific rewards associated with each tier, except to point out that Premier players are treated like royalty.The special perks and privileges of Premier status include a personal host, bigger bonuses, faster withdrawals, and invitations to exclusive events and promotions. Since only a select few can qualify for this level of reward, it would be nice to see more promotions being offered for other players also.

Refer a Friend Promotion

One ongoing promotion that is open to all players is Refer a Friend. If you think any of your friends might also like Casino Tropez Australia, you are encouraged to refer them. For each friend who signs up and plays, you get an extra $50 bonus and your friend gets an extra $25 bonus. All bonuses are subject to a 15x playthrough requirement for withdrawal. Since other promotions may be announced from time to time, keep checking the website.

Customer Support

Customer support is available 24/7 via live chat, phone, or email to address any questions or concerns.