Breaking the rules isn't a joke. It can come with strong consequences. But, it's never bothered Bovada / Bodog. Not giving two hoots has always been their thing. Joe Fortune is an Australia-focused online casino operated by them. The online gambling laws in Australia are extremely strict. Possibly the hardest after places like Saudi Arabia. All forms of online slots gambling is prohibited. No credit card can be used, even for land casinos. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) bans betting sites on a regular basis. It's perfect, depending on the side of one's fence. The vulnerable are protected. Gambling is a loss-loss strategy. Doesn't matter sports, horses, cards or pokies. But, then it would not stop professional degenerates, casuals, and wannabes from getting their fix. Illegal offshore betting sites will always sniff out a hole to pass through. The market for such endeavours is massive; Aussies signing up in droves on such sites is a proof.

Reddit has nothing intriguing to say about Joe Fortune. There's one thread dissing everyone - without evidence, more of a losing-gambler rant - including its competiton Fair Go, Ozwin and Red Stag. Casinomeister also has one warning Aussies to use Bitcoin at Joe Fortune. Other ways can be expensive and slow. It doesn't even have a TrustPilot profile. Perhaps that's good for them.

Starting in 2016; Ridley Media NV is the front company for Joe Fortune Casino. Their basic license originates from Curacao. It's bare minimum. They could have done equally well without one. It's not as if the Australians are assertively searching for legal online slot sites. None exist. Online pokies aren't legal in Australia. Period.

Deposits can be made through crypto, cards, Neosurf, Flexepin. 100% deposit match bonus up to $5K + 30 free spins is their welcome offer - mind the 45X wagering requirement. Minimum amount required to open a new account is $20. Withdrawals can be quick, after the basic KYC. They do pay. This reputation comes directly from the heels of Bovada. They're known not to scam. And this naturally makes Joe Fortune a legit, but also an illegal pokie site for Australians. Maximum withdrawal limit is $9.5k per week. Jackpot wins will take months to be fully paid out. But you shall pass. You shall be paid. That's a given.

Realtime Gaming, Rival, BetSoft, over 28 igaming providers all power up its platform. NetEnt progressive jackpots do not work, however. But it doesn't matter, hundreds of slots, a truly vibrant live casino, blackjack, roulette etc., will never let boredom cross a user's path, or for that matter his near-unattainable ambition of winning their $25K daily Hot Drop pokie jackpot.

Customer support is provided through Live Chat and Email. Fast responses are common for all sorts of matters. Their staff members aren't new to this game. No app is provided, but Joe Fortune works fine on all types of screens.

The government of Australia doesn't want Joe Fortune Casino and the likes of it, around. It's done everything in its mighty power to stop them from wooing Australian pokie lovers. And it's failed. Who's at fault. Perhaps both. Joe Fortune for continuously trying to play with the fire, and the Australian government for not stopping to treat its fully grown citizens as don't-know-any-better 5-year-olds. With tens of thousands of Australian gambling clients, Joe Fortune has won many battles. Who will win the war, still remains to be seen.

Official website address: www.joefortuneonlinepokies.eu

 

Claire Reid

Why should Claire's review be trusted?

• Completed Gaming Management Program from the University of Nevada Reno. This gives her the ability to evaluate gambling establishments on technical grounds.
• Worked for three years at the UKGC as a compliance manager at their Birmingham, West Midlands office. This means she knows the ins and outs of what makes up a good law-abiding gambling site.
• Completed an online course on Ethics and Ethical-Decision Making Essentials from Udemy, which serves as a guide for her when writing true reviews, without taking sides.

A word from the author:

To make this review fair, transparent and to remove any sponsorship bias, I allocated anywhere between $500 (for casual betting) to $25,000 (for evaluating the quality of the high-roller gambling services) out of my own pocket for testing the browser-based platform and the app (where available) of this betting site.

• This money was spent on online casino games and sports betting, depending on what the place is primarily known for. For example, certain brands only cater to slots, while others are predominantly sportsbooks.
• My tests involved all the processes, such as initial deposit and accepting welcome bonuses, KYC, an actual experience of playing the games, and finally withdrawing my winnings, if any.

Legally Binding Oath: I hereby declare that the above made statements are true to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that I understand it may be used as evidence in court and is subject to penalty for perjury.

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15. 800-Gambler
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