Magic Red Canada Review

About MagicRed
Licence:	MGA Malta, UK Gambling Commission
Online since:	2014
Welcome Bonus:	$200
Free Spins:	100
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If you have been around the online casino world for a while, you may have noticed certain words often appearing in casinos' names, two of which are definitely "magic" and "red". So what happens when these two are combined to form a single entity known as MagicRed? Some pretty good things we'd have to say.

For starters the MagicRed website offers a great interface, that lays out all the action right there at your fingertips in an easy-to-use format. But it's far more than that. There is a huge selection of games, with a strong emphasis on Play'n GO slots, which is a welcome change of pace from some of the other online casino sites, as well as a very active live casino, also with a terrific interface.

While the welcome bonus isn't our favourite around (we'll get to the reason in a bit), it is definitely very decent. And the number of bonus promotions that come up after that make up for it without a doubt.

As for banking, MagicRed is completely Canadian-friendly, which means it accepts Canadian dollars as one of its currencies, as well as a whole host of payment methods that us Canucks prefer.

And of course, it's all licensed, safe, and secure, which is the essential starting point from our perspective.

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Detailed MagicRed Casino Report

And now it's time to get down to the nitty gritty and explore MagicRed in detail. To this end, the Casino.Guide team has pulled together and gone over each and every element to see how well they perform.

While each aspect is important on its own, we also believe that in the case of recommending an online casino, the experience is a sum of its total parts. That is, only if it performs really well from all perspectives, and in a Canadian-friendly way, can we recommend it to our Canadian players.

So have a look at the summary report below to see what boxes MagicRed ticks, then keep reading to gain a better understanding of the scores we have given under each test category.

Test Category	Score	Recommendation	More Details
Games	92%	Outstanding	MagicRed Games
Bonus	89%	Very good	MagicRed Bonus
Website	94%	Outstanding	MagicRed Website
App	91%	Outstanding	MagicRed App
Banking	90%	Outstanding	MagicRed Banking
Support	91%	Outstanding	MagicRed Support
Fairness	93%	Outstanding	MagicRed Fairness

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1.) MagicRed Games

When it comes to evaluating an online casino's games, there are three main criteria we examine:

• The casino software being used
• The games' performance
• The variety of games available

So how does MagicRed measure up?

In terms of software, there are games from a number of top casino developers in the catalogue, including a particularly strong showing of Play'n GO games, as well as titles from Microgaming, NetEnt, NeoGames, Thunderkick, and more.

The MagicRed games all perform well, direct from the MagicRed website, with no lag or glitches so long as you have a steady internet connection. As for variety, there is an excellent selection of online slots and live casino games, though the jackpot category is a bit less populated than we might like.

MagicRed Casino Slots

If MagicRed Casino has one trick up its sleeve, then online slots are definitely it. For those of us who like the thrill of the virtual one-armed bandit there are literally hundreds of options available across a wide range of themes. Plus, for those who like to keep things fresh, new slots titles are constantly being added. Just look for the NEW icon on the game name to spot them.

Genres that have a particularly strong presence amongst MagicRed's video slots are action adventure themed slots, ancient Egypt, mythology and its Greek gods, jokers, and golden treasures. There are also a few fruit machines mixed in.

As mentioned, one of the unique things we noted about Magic Red is the predominance of Play'n GO slots like the tremendously popular Rich Wilde and the Book of Dead. But there are also plenty of slots titles from other top developers like Age of Conquest from Microgaming and Mighty Sphinx slots from Thunderkick.

MagicRed Casino Jackpot Games

As much as we love Magic Red slots and rate the casino's game offering highly, there is one drawback. And that is the jackpot games.

For some reason, MagicRed underperforms somewhat in the jackpot realm. There is Divine Fortune with some of NetEnt's newer pots like Mercy of the Gods, plus Leprechaun Goes to Hell Slots from Play'n GO and Redeem the Dream from NeoGames. It's not a bad selection but does feel a bit thin compared to other online casinos today. Nonetheless, this is certainly not what makes or breaks a casino in our overall opinion, unless jackpots are really your thing.

MagicRed Casino Table Games

For those on the lookout for classic table games like blackjack and roulette, you'll be pleased to know MagicRed has a nice offering of those as well, plus a few video poker games for an added twist. True, not nearly as numerous as the slots, but definitely enough to fill the need.

For example, there is Classic Blackjack, European Roulette, Baccarat and Joker Poker, all available under the 'Table Games' section. And these are only the online casino versions. For more selection, there is also the live casino to explore.

MagicRed Live Casino

While slots are definitely the star of the show at MagicRed, the MagicRed live casino is the clear runner up.

With well over 50 live casino games you can easily access from the 'Live Casino' link, this is one of the better live casinos around. Look to the top navigation link on the MagicRed website and you'll be there.

In addition to many permutations of live roulette and live blackjack games, you've got Super Sic Bo, Side Bet City, Casino Hold'em, and even a live Monopoly game.

Again, as long as you've got a steady internet connection, the live casino performs fantastically well. The hosts are truly engaging and help spice up your play, as you'll quickly see for yourself. It's all streamed to you in full HD, so that you get near to a brick and mortar casino experience, direct to your cell phone or PC.

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2.) MagicRed Bonus

And now for the welcome bonus - a big influencer where many of us Canadian players are concerned. And rightfully so, as for many of us, it's indicative of the experience to come.

So in a nutshell, the MagicRed Casino welcome bonus looks like this: an up to $200 match deposit bonus (in Canadian dollars of course) and 100 free spins.

The cash part is simple, and something we actually really like. Make your initial deposit, and get your funds matched. You can go with as little as $20 (for $40 to play) and up to $200 (for a total of $400 to play).

The trickier part, which we like a little less is the free spins, which require further deposits to claim in full. That is, you only get 20 free spins with your first deposit, and need to make a second deposit of at least $20 the next day to get another 40 free spins, and then a third deposit of $20 on your third day to release the final 40 free spins.

On the positive end, you have 21 days to wager your welcome bonus, which is a longer time span than many other online casinos offer. And there's a 35X wagering requirement, which is completely reasonable in our opinion.

As for other bonuses, this is another highlight of MagicRed, which offers a steady stream of promotions at any given time. For example, there is something called Magic Spins Tuesdays and the Magic Thursday Treat every week, monthly loyalty cashback offers, and live casino weekend rewards.

For those who like loyalty programs, there is also a 7-tiered loyalty program that begins as soon as you make your first deposit. Over time, and with investment, you can climb the ranks from New Member up to Prestige status for some pretty generous extras like faster cash outs, more free spins, and higher reward point redemption rates.

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3.) MagicRed Website

Sometimes a name sets up a certain expectation. So one thing that you may find surprising is that the MagicRed website looks tamer than anticipated. For some reason we thought we'd see wands, and bunnies, and magic hats featured more prominently, with an overload of magic inspired animation.

But the MagicRed website is actually a nice clean setup, with a fairly standard grid, a touch of red, and just the right nuances to complement the magic theme. The navigation is clear, and all the functionality can be easily found, with tabs at the top of each page to get to things like 'Games' and 'Promotions', as well as links in the footer for all the background info you might seek including 'Bonus Policy', 'Terms' and 'FAQs'.

One thing that we really liked, that we don't see much of these days is the Winners scroll along the right side of the homepage. Here you can see recent wins, starting from those in the four-digit numbers, with the player and game name for a bit of inspiration.

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4.) MagicRed App

Perhaps the option for mobile gaming has become so obvious at this point that MagicRed doesn't bother to point out its mobile experience. That is, for today's casino operators, the concept of online gambling is the same as mobile gambling. They are expected to work as one in the same, so there's no need to mention it?

Apparently this is the case for the MagicRed offering, which is 100% mobile optimised across the board from its games, through it bonus collection, cashier service, customer service, and more.

As for a MagicRed casino app per se – if such a thing is of interest to you – one does not currently exist, as is more often the case these days. Instead, we recommend simply opening up the MagicRed website from your mobile browser, and play comfortably from there.

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5.) MagicRed Deposits and Withdrawals

Since you are likely visiting an online casino to do a little actual gambling, the banking mechanisms are an important deciding factor.

To this end we can tell you that MagicRed performs well. And it does so for Canadian players in particular. What do we mean by that? Well first of all, the casino accepts deposits and issues withdrawals in Canadian dollars. To make things easy for you, it also works with a decent range of payment methods which can process transactions in Canadian dollars (or what the site refers to as C$). These include major credit cards Visa and MasterCard as well as the local favourite Instadebit. Just note, MagicRed does not accept bank transfers in CAD.

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As for processing times, all MagicRed deposits are actually instant, except for those made with Instadebit which can take up to 24 hours, though usually less. Withdrawals can take as little as no time, with MuchBetter withdrawals being essentially instant, or from 4 to 6 days with the major credit cards.

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6.) MagicRed Customer Support

MagicRed Casino officially operates under a service commitment known as "CARE". That is what it spells out as: "Customers Are Really Everything".

In general, the experience created by MagicRed supports this ethos, though there is one small lacking that we have to point out. And that is that the MagicRed support team is only available from 8am through 1am CET, i.e. not the 24/7 round the clock support we have come to expect. True, it is a 7 day a week service, and if you send an email to [email protected], it will be attended to in due course. But if you're like us, and expect pretty instant chat help response, it is something we are missing.

Also the FAQ section is not as comprehensive as you would find at other leading online casinos. Again, not a deal breaker. But definitely a place for improvement for a casino site that claims to lead with a commitment to customers.

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7.) Is MagicRed Trustworthy?

Wherever you gamble, whether it's online or offline, it is super important to know that the establishment you are frequenting is fair. At online casinos this is done in a few main ways, all of which MagicRed has clearly implemented.

• For starters, the casino is fully licensed and regulated by both the United Kingdom Gambling Commission as well as the Malta Gaming Authority.
• All games use a random number generator (RNG) to ensure fair random results of each round of each game.
• And the gaming software is tested on a consistent basis to ensure it produces set payout percentages.

MagicRed is also fair in how it treats you, guaranteeing to protect your personal data and details of your banking transactions with the highest level of security measures available, including the latest 128-bit Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption technology.

Expert Conclusion on MagicRed Casino

Following a long and extensive review of MagicRed Casino by the Canadian gambling experts at Casino.Guide, we are pleased to report our favourable impression.

The game selection is excellent, particularly in terms of the slots and live casino games. The banking methods are numerous and fair, with reasonable deposit and withdrawal times. And there is a steady stream of bonus promotions, which we tend to like.

While there are a few small holes in the overall offering, like the lack of enough jackpot games and less than 24/7 support, these are things that are easy enough to fix, and don't affect the overall experience to a significant degree. In fact, without us telling you, you likely would not have noticed.

So while these points are important to note for our review purposes, we maintain our overall positive impression, and wholeheartedly recommend MagicRed.

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