Casino Classic Review

Players who remember the humble beginnings of online gambling in Canada will immediately recognize Casino Classic. Oh yes, established in 2000, this online casino is one of the pioneers of Canadian online gambling. Imagine that. Over two decades of experience in such a competitive industry. What’s their trick?

The oldest trick in the online casino’s book. Quality. Casino Classic doesn’t lure players in with enormous bonuses and an overly comprehensive casino lobby. Instead, it focuses on building trust and quality in its casino services. Does that make them old-fashioned? Maybe, but who are we to judge?

Wait. We are here to judge. That said, let’s discuss what makes Casino Classic stand out. We’ll talk about our experience at the casino, its features, games, pros, cons, and more. Is Casino Classic worth your time? Let’s find out.

Casino Classic is one of the oldest online casinos still operating in Canada. The casino was established in 2000 (although the current site was launched in 2016) by Microgaming and is a part of the Casino Rewards group, which alone should tell you all you need to know about its quality and reliability.

If that’s not enough, the casino is licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority (UK) and Kahnawake Gaming Commission (outside UK), and certified by eCOGRA. So yes, Casino Classic is as safe as an online casino site can get.

Where the casino falls behind is its collection of games. With a little over 550 titles, Casino Classic looks rather poor compared to some of its competitors. Its bonus offerings could also benefit from an upgrade. But let’s not uncover all cards at once.

The design of the Casino Classic site is, well, classic. As one of the few remaining online casino sites operated entirely by Microgaming, Casino Classic is mainly based on Flash technology. In fact, before you can use the actual casino, you will first have to enter a sort of lobby which will then redirect you to the gaming site. They call it classic. We call it outdated.

As for the user experience, it’s pretty good once you enter the actual casino. The site is easy to navigate, and all games and tabs are well organized, allowing us to quickly find what we were looking for. Sometimes the site took its time load, though, but it’s nothing overly annoying.

The design does require refreshing, too. It’s a bit old-fashioned, but not in a good way. We have to say it has its charm, though. Since the casino is one of the online gambling pioneers, it makes sense it prefers to stick to the old-fashioned design. It adds a bit of that nostalgic feeling to the overall experience.

Now, when it comes to gameplay, it’s usually smooth, especially when playing slot games and simple table games. All the games we played were running smoothly, without any lags or freezing. We haven’t played live dealer games, though, so we can’t say how they perform. However, from what we’ve read online, they also work pretty well.

Also, before you ask, yes, you can access Classic Casino on your mobile. You can either do that via your browser or download the casino app. Before you do that, though, we must say that the mobile version lags behind the desktop site. The experience isn’t that smooth, and the casino itself looks less organized.

But, overall, our experience with Casino Classic was rather positive. There are a few things we disliked, but the site runs smoothly and we haven’t experienced any gameplay issues to disrupt our fun.

With 550 available casino games, Classic Casino doesn’t offer the most impressive games collection we’ve seen. It’s not bad, but it’s nowhere near the new casinos that offer thousands of titles. Of course, going quantity over quality is also not a good practice, but we think there’s room for more.

On the other hand, with all games powered by Microgaming, you can rest assured they are of the highest quality. What can you play at Classic Casino, though? The casino has everything any Canadian player would want from an online gambling site, including slot games, table games (poker, blackjack, roulette, etc.), and live casino games.

Let’s cover them in more detail.

Online Slots

Since online slot games contribute to the majority of games available at Classic Casino, slot players should be more than satisfied with the casino. The slot collection ranges from classic 3-reel and 5-reel slot machines to comprehensive multiple pay-line video slots, including some of the best Microgaming titles, such as God of Fire, Emerald Gold, or Big Kahuna.

There’s also a fairly comprehensive collection of progressive jackpots, including the fan-favourites Mega Moolah and Treasure Nile. It should be more than enough to satisfy even the pickiest slot fan.

Table Games

Although table games are in the minority, we have to admit that their selection is impressive. Canadian punters can take advantage of over 60 titles, which should be more than enough to satisfy your gambling cravings.

What table games can you play? All of them. There are several types of online roulette (including both American and European roulette), blackjack (e.g., classic blackjack gold or European blackjack) and baccarat.

There’s also a comprehensive selection of video poker games. So yes, the Casino Classic offer is dedicated to all types of players. And if you’re hungry for a more exciting and lifelike casino experience, you can always take advantage of live dealer games offered by Casino Classic.

Live Dealer Games

Live dealer games have become an integral part of any quality online casino. Casino Classic acknowledges that, offering Canadian players a nice selection of live casino games, ranging from live roulette to live dealer poker and blackjack. It’s not the most comprehensive offer we’ve seen, but it’s enough for us.

The fun gaming experience is one thing, but every online punter knows there’s no online casino without a lucrative bonus scheme. In today’s competitive online gambling industry, bonuses are often the most important factor that allows a site to stand out. So, where does Casino Classic land in all this?

Generally speaking, Casino Classic players can take advantage of three bonuses: a standard welcome bonus, no-deposit & free spins bonuses, and a loyalty scheme. Nothing extraordinary, but it doesn’t mean it’s a downside, as all these bonuses are pretty lucrative:

• Welcome Bonus. Once you register your account and make your first deposit, you will become eligible for a welcome bonus. It’s an industry-standard match bonus, where Classic Casino will match 100% of your deposit of up to C$200. Are there any bonus terms? Yes. Wagering requirements are 30x, which isn’t that bad.
• No-Deposit Bonuses and Free Spins. The no-deposit bonus is triggered right after you create your account, with Casino Classic granting you one free spin on the Mega Moolah progressive jackpot. You can also unlock 40 free spins by making a C$1 deposit, which you can use on one or more of the progressive jackpots Casino Classic offers.
• VIP program. When you sign up for Casino Classic, you will be automatically enrolled in the Casino Rewards Loyalty Program. It’s a six-tier VIP scheme where players advance through levels by playing. Each level unlocks new casino rewards and exclusive bonuses, such as free spins or deposit match bonus offers. What’s great about this program is that it also applies to other Casino Rewards Group casinos, meaning you can reap your benefits no matter the casino you visit.

The more banking options an online casino offers, the better. If you’ve read our Betsquare reviews before, you know how essential payment methods are for us when reviewing online casinos. The good news is that Casino Classic does an excellent job of offering its users numerous banking methods.

Canadian Casino Classic players can fund their casino adventures via the most popular eWallets, such as Neteller or Skrill, credit or debit cards, including MasterCard and Visa, as well as other options, such as Paysafecard, Interac, and classic bank transfers. Canadian players can also take advantage of eCheck payments.

There’s no option of funding your account or withdrawing your winnings with crypto, though. PayPal payments are also unavailable for Canadian players, although that’s the case for all online casinos in Canada, not just Casino Classic.

What’s great about Casino Classic is that all payment methods can be used for both deposits and withdrawals. That’s not the option in some other renowned casinos, so it’s good to see that the site values its users’ convenience in that matter.

As for deposits, the minimum deposit amount is as low as C$5 for most payment methods. And if you want to claim your ‘instant millionaire’ 40 free spins, you only need to deposit C$1. The good news is that all deposits are processed immediately.

When it comes to withdrawals, the Casino Classic’s minimum withdrawal amount is C$50 for most payment methods. Processing times will depend on the payment method you choose, although mind that there’s a 48-hour pending period before your withdrawal request is processed. Once it ends, the casino will process your request on the next business day.

Casino Classic withdrawal processing times:

• Visa and MasterCard: 3 business days
• eWallets: 1-3 working days
• Direct bank transfer: 6-10 working days
• eCheck: 2-3 business days

While we were able to pick on several Casino Classic features and experiences, not many online casinos can come close to it regarding safety and reliability.

The casino is licensed and regulated by numerous leading governing bodies, including the UK Gambling Commission, the Malta Gaming Authority, the Danish Gambling Authority, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, and the Kahnawake Gaming Commission. It’s also audited by eCOGRA, which ensures the site is safe and fair to play at.

To protect its users, Casino Classic uses the latest 128-SSL encryption, ensuring players’ data and banking transactions remain safe. The casino also utilizes a strict verification process, requiring new users to provide ID verification.

Another positive is that the casino emphasizes responsible gaming. There are several tools and limits you can put on yourself if you believe you might be gambling too much. The only thing we have to pick on here is that you can’t apply these limits yourself. Instead, you will need to contact customer support. Typically, casinos allow their users to do that manually.

Also, if you opt for account cancellation, be aware that it will also affect other casinos that fall under the umbrella of Casino Rewards casinos.

You can reach the Casino Classic customer support team via email or live chat. The latter is very fast. When we made our query, we were immediately connected to the support team member who provided us with the answer. When it comes to email, we waited around 48 hours for a response, although we guess the time depends on the number of queries.

What’s nice is that the customer support team is available 24/7. Most importantly, though, their team is very helpful. And if your issue isn’t that complex, you can always refer to the site’s comprehensive FAQ section. It contains most of the frequently asked questions a player might have.

Wrapping up our Casino Classic review, we have to say it’s a very solid online gambling site for Canadian players. Is it the best we’ve ever played at? Not really, but while it has its downsides and performance issues, Casino Classic remains one of the most reliable online casinos on the Canadian market.

It offers numerous fantastic games, provides a fun online gaming experience, and really caters to its players’ needs. If the outdated design doesn’t annoy you, it’s one of the best casinos to play at in Canada. And that is not something we say in our every casino review.