Da Vinci’s Gold online casino is a slot lover’s paradise, but don’t be fooled by their endless list of available slot games as they also offer a full lineup of classic and not so classic table and specialty games in order to please even the most discerning of tastes. The name of this casino is as alluring and mysterious as the smile on the Mona Lisa, and the interface is rich and enticing in black, red and gold. One nice feature of their home page is a scrolling banner that lists the names of some recent big winners. It was nice to see that real people are winning real jackpots. We found their unusual name to be a breath of fresh air among all of the usual suspects. Their Rival powered backbone provides secure game play, their games are abundant, and the support is substantial.
Da Vinci’s Gold is a download only online casino, so there is no quick play Flash version; however, the download is not too large in size (a little over 7MB) so it should not take long to download and install on a broadband connection. The download is well worth it for the enhanced graphics and sound quality that immerses the player into their games.
Software
Da Vinci’s Gold is powered by Rival software who also provide software for some other online casinos. This software is the reason behind the strong slot presence that this casino makes upon the Internet as they tout iSlots – rich interactive slot games that immerse a player fully into the game with a storyline that the player must work through via side movies and mini games.
Everyone should try these iSlots as they are a whole new wave of gaming experience for the online player whether you are a slots fan or otherwise. The Rival software package is fully secure, running on 128 bit SSL digital encryption, which basically means that your personal information and deposits will be safe and sound with Da Vinci’s Gold. Rival stakes their reputation on the stability of their online gaming systems so they put 110% into their product.
Games
Slots are the name of the game for this casino. Da Vinci’s Gold lists more than a dozen iSlots and they advertise that they regularly add new games as they become available. This means they are staying on top of new technology and are making it available to their customers quickly thus the games will not become old and stagnant. Da Vinci’s Gold also has a long list of other available slots, such as 3 reel and 5 reel slots (over 30 of them!), and some Progressive slots as well.
On the table games side of things, Da Vinci’s Gold is no slouch, they offer a full lineup of table games – Baccarat, multiple versions of Blackjack, Craps, American and European Roulette, multiple versions of Poker such as Caribbean Stud, Let It Ride, Pai Gow, Three Card, and Red Dog, and even a game of War is available for card lovers. For the video poker fanatic there are both single hand and multi hand versions of this old favorite, and their specialty games include Keno, Sudoku, and some interesting scratch off card style games.
Bonuses and Promotions
Bonuses are a big deal at Da Vinci’s Gold; they have a full list available. Starting out with new player bonuses they have a 200% first deposit bonus on your first $100. On your second deposit they will match 100% up to $300, and on your third deposit they will match 50% up to $455 (maximum $910 deposited). They do have wagering requirements on these bonuses. On the first deposit the player must wager 100x their deposit before cashing out. On the second deposit players must wager 45x their deposit before cashing out. On the third deposit players must wager 20x their deposit before cashing out. Additional restrictions include:
Only wagering on slots will count towards wagering requirements
The first two bonuses are non-cashable at all
The third welcome bonus IS cashable
The welcome (first time player) bonuses will not combine with other bonuses of any kind and only one promotion can be used at a time.
All promotions/bonuses MUST be claimed before deposit is made
These requirements may seem pretty steep at first, but if you are a regular player, they will not be difficult to meet.
In addition to welcome bonuses for new players, Da Vinci’s Gold also offers a few other bonuses such as the Refer-a-Friend bonus. Using the refer-a-friend button inside the cashier section of the casino, you can refer as many friends as you like. Once your friend(s) sign up and make their first deposit, you receive a free $200 for each. Again this bonus falls under the constraint of not being able to be combined with any other promotion.
One other promotion that Da Vinci’s Gold offers is what they call the $22 Free Chip. It is available as a one time offer for new players like the welcome bonuses. It is a free sample chip available for those meeting their wagering requirements which differ per type of currency used. The requirements are only met by placing real money wagers on slot games, and progressive slot wagers are not included.
There are also loyalty promotional comp points available at Da Vinci’s Gold. Players earn comp points every time they play with deposited funds. As your comp points reach certain levels (1000 points total), they are exchangeable for free money. The amount of comp points earns depends upon the game you are playing, with the breakdown as follows:
4 comp points: Keno
3 comp points: iSlots, Slots
2 comp points: Caribbean Stud, Let It Ride, War, Red Dog
1 comp point: Blackjack, Baccarat, Video Poker, Pai Gow, Three Card Poker
Deposit and Withdrawal Methods
There is a long list of deposit methods available at Da Vinci’s Gold. The deposit methods available include ewalletXpress, Visa, Mastercard, UseMyWallet, NETeller (US player restricted), Click2Pay, EcoCard (US player restricted), Moneybookers, and QuickTender. All are advertised as quick and secure, and some are marked on their site as ‘US friendly’ for depositing.
Withdrawal methods available at Da Vinci’s Gold include standard cheque, ACH (for US players only), QuickTender, ewalletXpress, UseMyWallet, NETeller (US player restricted), Click2Pay, EcoCard(US player restricted), and Moneybookers (recommended for players in Europe of the Far East).
The Da Vinci’s Gold site clearly explains which methods are good for which part of the world you might be in and which methods are restricted in some areas. They also provide further explanation of the safety and security of their deposit and withdrawal system. The only thing missing from their list is a detailed explanation of how long withdrawals might take once they are requested. It would have been nice to see this information on their general cashiering page, but it is not readily apparent.
Customer Service
We never like to see issues arise when we play online, but when we do see them we like to know that we can talk to or contact a live person and quickly resolve any problem that might come up. Da Vinci’s Gold provides multiple avenues by which you can contact them day or night, any day of the week. They are available instantly on live chat directly from their site in real time to answer any questions a player might have. They are also available via email on three different addresses.
For technical questions and feedback, you can reach them at [email protected]
For issues and enquiries related to your casino account, the cashier, deposits, and cashouts you can reach them at [email protected] and for any other general questions that do not fit into the aforementioned categories you can reach them at [email protected]
In addition to live chat and email, Da Vinci’s Gold can also be reach via telephone on multiple numbers depending on where you are calling from. To reach them from the USA or Canada, dial toll free 1-866-305-3415. To reach them from the UK dial 0808-234-8235. To reach them from any other country dial +5999-433-8872. They also have a toll free fax number available which is 1-866-362-2864.
Conclusion
Da Vinci’s Gold casino with their unique name has made their presence known on the Internet and have built a reputation for a stable and secure online gaming environment, thanks to their Rival software backbone and its rich customer experience. They offer a wide variety of games that is sure to please a wide range of different customers, and they also keep you coming back with their loyalty bonusing program.
Their customer service is readily available through multiple avenues and they offer the usual wide array of deposit and withdrawal methods. Though further information regarding the speed of withdrawal methods would be a nice thing for them to add, overall this online casino has much to offer every type of player.
