Da Vinci's Gold Casino Review

Updated November 22 2006

With the controversial novel by Dan Brown taking the world by storm and the movie just released, Da Vinci's Gold Casino, powered by Rival Gaming Software couldn't have been launched at a more opportune moment. Coincidence? I think not. You definitely cannot overlook the similarities between The Da Vinci Code and this casino, especially when it comes to the featured interactive Slots games, I-Slots - which are unique, character based online games with evolving storylines, bonus mini-games and multiple endings.

Visit the site and you'll feel a certain sense of de ja vu with the color scheme and symbolism tying in with that of the book. However, Da Vinci's Gold Casino has also added a few elements and characters of their own, making it all the more interesting. It certainly does not have the look and feel of the usual casino site, but then again its offering is quite unique so the design and layout is quite befitting. Having not played here before and being a total fan of mystery and intrigue, I couldn't wait to get started!

Welcome Bonus and Promotional Offerings

Everything on the site is very well laid out so you don't have to unravel any mysteries to find the information you're looking for. When it comes to Welcome bonuses Da Vinci's Gold Casino is currently offering a 100% bonus up to $350 which is quite generous, however promotional terms and conditions do apply and you will be subject to a 14 times wagering requirement which in my opinion is more than fair.

In addition to the Welcome Bonus for first time players, Da Vinci's Gold Casino also offers players Monthly Reload Bonuses. This means that you are eligible to receive a 100% bonus up to $100 every month. To claim this bonus you have to claim the promotion at the cashier and then make a second deposit at the casino to claim your monthly Reload Bonus; thereafter you will receive a 100% match bonus every month...that's really a great hook to keep you coming back for more! And the reloading doesn't end there! There is also a 15% Super Reload Bonus up for grabs every time you deposit via Click2Pay, Neteller and MoneyBookers.

There is also the ever popular "Refer-A-Friend" Bonus on offer whereby the casino will pay $50 to your account for every friend you refer that becomes a Real Player at the casino...it's just so tempting to whip out your address book and start referring!

Quite impressed with the promotions on offer (although I expected a couple more intriguing/mystery ones to emerge) I decided to check out the Da Vinci's Gold Loyalty program.

Loyalty

The principle of Da Vinci's Gold Casino Loyalty program is very similar to a lot of other casino out there where every wager accumulates loyalty points which, can be redeemed for cash. Your VIP level is determine by how much you have wagered, which in turn determines your conversion ratio. It's really easy to keep track of your loyalty points here and it's a nice change to not have to hunt for them.

Although this is not the most exciting program I've ever seen, it's still very well structured and let's face it, you're still getting free cash and that's worth it! Excited to see what the casino had to offer I moved on to get started.

Download and registration

Da Vinci's Gold casino requires that you download the software and the initial file size is 5 MB although the entire application is slightly heavier. However, getting started is very easy and achieved in 3 steps...all you have to do is follow the prompts. Once the software is downloaded you will have to signup for a Real account by supplying some personal information and then create a unique username.

Once this is done, you'll need to fund your account, so you just head on over to the cashier and make a deposit!

Banking

When making a deposit, Da Vinci's Gold Casino offers you a variety of options to choose from including Neteller,Moneybookers, Credit Cards, and Click2Pay.

All transactions are private and secure and you can make deposits and withdrawals without worrying about the safety of your cash. I decided to start with $100 deposit via Neteller and in a few minutes the money was credited to my account, I had applied for the bonus and was ready to roll. I headed to the games lobby immediately.

Games Offering

From the minute I set eyes on the games lobby it was apparent that a great deal of thought went into the usability of the lobby...it's just exceptionally well put together and the graphics are as good, if not better than anything out there. Da Vinci's Gold Casino currently over 60 games on the Rival Software platform and while this is a small number of games compared to some of the competitors out there, a lot of them are very different, so playing here makes a nice change.

I had a difficult time deciding where to start because I'd heard so much about the I-Slots that I knew if I began there I'd be hooked and wouldn't have any time or cash for anything else!

So with as much self restraint as I could muster I decided to have a look at the Table and Card games which really encompass all the games you could possibly want to play. I finally settled on Blackjack although games like Baccarat, Blackjack, European and American Roulette, Caribbean Stud, Let it Ride, Pai Gow Poker, Red Dog, 3 Card Poker, a variety of Poker games and War are on offer.

The Blackjack offering is comprised of 15 Blackjack games including eight multi hand games and the all new Gold Series blackjack. I decided to play one of the multi-hand games and really had a good time without damaging my bankroll too much.

Next, I checked out the Video Poker games on offer and found that Da Vinci's Gold Casino offers most of the traditional games in single and four hand options including Aces and Faces, Deuces and Joker, Deuces Wild, Jacks or Better and more. I decided to play Aces and Faces and as is usually the case with Video Pokers got a lot of play for my money. As my balance was considerable inflated I decided to move on to the Slots.

Da Vinci's Gold Casino has a variety of Reel and Video Slots with bonuses features, free spin features and some very sizeable jackpots. The themes are very unique and highly entertaining and once again, I just have to say that the graphics are superb! I had a lot of fun on Atomic Age 5-reel and Goldrush 3-reel slots but the I-Slots really beckoned and I just couldn't resist any longer so I moved over to try those at last!

All I can say is that I was not for one minute disappointed with the I-Slots at Da Vinci's Gold Casino. They are definitely better than anything else I've ever played and definitely put you in the driver's seat with their riveting storylines, exciting cut-scenes and intricate mini games. I tried both Reel Crime and As the Reels Turn and I can honestly say I'm hooked...this is on a whole other level that you just have to experience to understand. I actually had to reload my bankroll so that I could continue playing and only tore myself away from these games hours later. While I didn't win anything this time around I did have more than my money's worth in fun!

Customer Service

Finally, although I hadn't needed it thus far, I decided to contact Da Vinci's Gold Casino's customer support which is available 24/7 via e-mail, telephone and live chat. I elected to mail them and got a response back relatively quickly with detailed answers which were quite impressive. The live chat was another option I tested and once again I can't complain, the customer representative was efficient and professional.

 

The Verdict

While I had expected more intrigue and mystery in this casinos promotions and newsletters, I was definitely not disappointed by my experience here. The games are of exceptional quality and are highly unique, making them a refreshing change from the run of the mill ones you're used to, and the I-Slots are definitely a fantastic new entertainment concept, I can't stop talking about them! Add to this good promotional offerings and safe, secure banking and good customer support...it's clear that like the book and the movie, Da Vinci's Gold Casino is definitely a hit!

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