Far be it from LCB to deny the undeniable romantic charm of buccaneers and privateers' sea-faring voyages, but while peg-legs and eye patches are alright for prowling the waters of West Indies in 18th century, its XXI century digital equivalents are a cause for red flags. And that's what we do – raise red flags where necessary so you don't end up plundered and ransacked like an unfortunate Spanish galleon.
OK, so who's caught in the act this time? Our friends from Affiliate Guard Dog were insightful and sharp-minded enough to be able to tell a crook and a liar right off the bat – as soon as they reared their ugly head, for want of a better word.
One Slip Was Enough
While it's true there were concerns about GoldenReels Casino before...
...no one was really able to justify the hunch and downright accusing someone without a proof is just not an honest practice. However, sometimes bad guys fall into their own traps.
On August 16th, the casino representative opened up a thread at Affiliate Guard Dog, presumably in hopes to lure some naive punters in and board their hull, so to speak.
Turns out, that was a mistake.
The dead giveaway for one keen forum member was the fact that they listed brands of game producers on their site as being available in Australia and New Zealand (markets which GoldenReels was aiming for) when, in reality, none of those ARE actually available in these nations of Oceania (clear for anyone who knows what they're talking about).
In a nutshell, after a high-spirited opening monologue about the conditions at the casino and what makes it special over all others, it didn't take long for them to be called on their bluff.
Knowledge Can Help Identify Tricksters
Several forum members have immediately raised concern over the fact that casino offers games by NetEnt, Novomatic, Yggdrasil, Microgaming, Play'n GO, Playson and so on in Australia.
Upon being called on it only several posts in, enough evidence was gathered that something fishy is going on. And that's when LCB's team sprung to action!
And what was the outcome of our detective work?
Several things
First, we determined that the Incredible Hulk is fake as it's no longer featured in Playtech portfolio, it is hosted on a pirate server and it lacks progressive jackpots and paytable is the same and this is bad because this implies a direct meddling in “pocket affairs of player”, because the progressive jackpot's RTP portion goes straight into casino's safe deposit.
Also, the distinctive Playtech upper menu and loading screen was nowhere to be found, so there's that too:
These same issues - fake domains and launching servers, unresponsive and/or strange-looking interface and loading screen, as well as a variety of other telltale signs that we are not dealing with the original games - are present in the rest of the featured installments, as can be seen in the screenshots below:
Pirated NetEnt Dead or Alive slot:
Fake Novomatic Columbus Deluxe slot:
Pirated Play'nGo Reactoonz:
Fake Yggdrasil Valley of the Gods slot:
Fake Playson Dracula's Family slot:
Additionally, Marvel games that are no longer available are part and parcel of their standard offering and at least two pirated servers for hosting fake games have been identified: ex.pxgmx.com and powerof.betex-play.com.
Summa Summarum
The bottom line is, steer clear of GoldenReels Casino as you would of a guy coming at you while wearing a balaclava and grinning gleefully at the sight of your wallet or purse.
LCB's slot team is on it and currently identifying the slots in order to establish what is almost a given, and that is that games on GoldenReels are indeed fake. We urge you to avoid this casino until further notice. We will keep you updated on the matters surrounding this particular unfortunate case.
Golden Reels
4 years ago
Newbie
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G'day, everyone! We have been in Australia for a year now and we are working on our development. Thank you for the opportunity to develop for you! We would like to let you know, that the wrong idea was formed around the GR. Golden Reels Casino is absolutly legal and licensed. A new review from LCB confirms this. You can visit our website and see all changes and updates by yourself. Now we are on all social networks (FB, Instagram and Twitter) - follow us there and receive bonuses and gifts. Good luck to all, Respectfully, GR
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coolsongss
4 years ago
Hero Member
Yeah, there are many experienced members who are keen to rogue casinos. I am the one too, hahahaha. If this casino opened up this year or so, then they are very lazy pirates who stupidly run the Marvel slots. Marvel slots were closed like 3~4 years ago, as I remember. They are a total scam. It can be never too soon...
Yeah, there are many experienced members who are keen to rogue casinos. I am the one too, hahahaha. If this casino opened up this year or so, then they are very lazy pirates who stupidly run the Marvel slots. Marvel slots were closed like 3~4 years ago, as I remember. They are a total scam. It can be never too soon to catch those scams to let players know. Good job, LCB !!!
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lcbkoe
5 years ago
Sr. Member
lotta fakes in a row, so all software can be any other moment a fake.....or was real and fake as seconds... weird
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Lipstick
5 years ago
Admin
I think the biggest problem with these types of online casinos is there's no plenties. There should be massive fines once discovered and then maybe they would think twice. The software companies need to get on board and have the power to enforce severe consequences for this type of shady business practice. Unfortunately...
I think the biggest problem with these types of online casinos is there's no plenties. There should be massive fines once discovered and then maybe they would think twice. The software companies need to get on board and have the power to enforce severe consequences for this type of shady business practice. Unfortunately its not happening. Good catch LCB team!
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BELLESDADDY
5 years ago
Jr. Member
Great job to the LCB team but I agree with sylvanas. They don’t care how they’re going to continue to do it do it do it because it’s all about the money but that’s where y’all coming to y’all are going to continue to bust and expose these sites. I wish it was different but it’s not. They are no different from any other...
Great job to the LCB team but I agree with sylvanas. They don’t care how they’re going to continue to do it do it do it because it’s all about the money but that’s where y’all coming to y’all are going to continue to bust and expose these sites. I wish it was different but it’s not. They are no different from any other con artist or game worker at a carnival. That’s the world.
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Sylvanas
5 years ago
Admin
I don't think they care much about being busted, they know it's bound to happen eventually. Their goal is to get as much money as possible for as long as possible, shut down operations and launch another casino to do the same thing. There's no stopping this, unless you can recognize a fake when you see one.
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drtheolen
5 years ago
Moderator
Judging by the fact Playtech's Marvel slots are still among the most popular and highest rated slots on LCB, decision to offer them might not be all that stupid. I mean, they would eventually be discovered in offering pirated games anyway, regardless which games they offer :)
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blueday
5 years ago
Almighty Member
...and another one bites the LCB bullet! Kudos to LCB team once again for digging deep and unearthing yet another dodgy casino offering fake games. Is this the tip of a massive iceberg?
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Feelin froggy
5 years ago
Superstar Member
Great work to the LCB detective team! It's all a bunch of crap but I'm with the others that are surprised at the stupidity of offering Marvel slots. Fun fact, contracts to develop Marvel themed slots were not renewed once Disney bought the brand a decade ago. Games were available until the final day of existing contracts...
Great work to the LCB detective team! It's all a bunch of crap but I'm with the others that are surprised at the stupidity of offering Marvel slots. Fun fact, contracts to develop Marvel themed slots were not renewed once Disney bought the brand a decade ago. Games were available until the final day of existing contracts but are long gone now. I guess gambling didn't exactly fall in line with Disney's mission. Stay away from GoldenReels guys!
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JohnnyK
5 years ago
Forum admin
Just wondering whether they are making more money than their counterparts did centuries ago by robbing commercial ships... Anyway, their act is extremely clear now, so they should have a tough time finding people to rob from this moment on. Kudos to the LCB investigations team!
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NatSteph
5 years ago
Hero Member
This may be the most ill put-together case of fraud I've ever heard of... iconic games that have long since been discontinued suddenly available? Pleased to see that, yet again, our team is on it and handling business so that our users are well-equipped to make smart choices. Shame on this venue!
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ToxicYouth
5 years ago
Newbie
A pirate server, Marvel games... I'm sure that there are players who do not know all the details and perhaps don't care until it's time to withdraw their winnings or whatever. I surely appreciate these rogue reports. Thanks LCB.
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zuga
5 years ago
Admin
offering Marvel games ? seriously? If you wanna be that stupid and easily caught with your pants down then you would offer these games which is a clear indication they must be fake. good job team busting yet another shady joint
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