Dimitri Dimitrov
by Dimitri Dimitrov Published on July 17, 2025
Last updated on June 24, 2026
NOVA FORGE LTD (SOME SOURCES CITE CASOLINIA GROUP); PART OF THE RABIDI/NOVAFORGE FAMILY
WinBay Casino Review
Anjouan, Comoros (ALSI-152406028-FI2). Nova Forge LTD (Rabidi/NovaForge family). Licensed
Responsible Gambling Index: CONCERN
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Winbay is a newer Anjouan-licensed casino launched in 2024, operated within the NovaForge/Casolinia (Rabidi) family. This independent Winbay review examines its game range, crypto-and-fiat banking and responsible gambling provision, and flags an operator-family caution.
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Licensing & Operator Transparency
Licensed Operator
Regulated by Anjouan, Comoros (ALSI-152406028-FI2). Nova Forge LTD (Rabidi/NovaForge family).
✓ Licensed
OperatorNova Forge LTD (some sources cite Casolinia Group); part of the Rabidi/NovaForge family
FairnessGames from over 120 providers across a 3,000 plus library. No independent eCOGRA certificate published.
SSL EncryptionActive, SSL encryption
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Anjouan, Comoros (ALSI-152406028-FI2). Nova Forge LTD (Rabidi/NovaForge family).
Since 2024
Nova Forge LTD

Operated by Nova Forge LTD under an Anjouan (Comoros) licence, number ALSI-152406028-FI2. Anjouan is a newer, lighter regime than MGA or UKGC. Note this sits within the Rabidi/NovaForge family. Confirm from the site footer.

Responsible Gambling Index — Proprietary Gamblers Connect Score
Poor Concern Average Great Exceptional
4 / 12 criteria met  —  RGI Methodology →
Concern
Significant responsible gambling gaps
4/12
✓Self-Exclusion
✓Underage Gambling Prevention
✓Responsible Gambling Policy
✓Access Account History
✗Reality Check
✗Ethical & Responsible Marketing
✗Deposit Limits
✗Wagering Limits
✗Session Limits
✗Loss Limits
✗Self-Assessment
✗Budget Calculator

GC Responsible Gambling Index header shows a placeholder tier (GC page body states the RGI is not yet finalised). Winbay is a newer Anjouan-licensed casino within the NovaForge/Rabidi family (associated with 2024 insolvency), with limited published responsible gambling detail and a short track record. Confirm the official tier on the live RG page; caution is warranted.

Payments & Banking — Multiple (cards e-wallets local banking crypto)+ Methods
Cryptocurrency
4 options
BitcoinEthereumTetherLitecoin
Deposits: Instant
Withdrawals: Fast (crypto); confirm reliability
Limits: Confirm caps
Credit & Debit Cards
2 options
VisaMastercard
Deposits: Instant
Withdrawals: Confirm current processing
Limits: Confirm caps
E-Wallets
2 options
SkrillMiFinity
Deposits: Instant
Withdrawals: Confirm current processing
Limits: Confirm caps
Bank Transfer
4 options
ZimplerNordeaS-Pankkibank transfer
Deposits: Instant
Withdrawals: 1 to 3 days (local banking)
Limits: Confirm caps
Prepaid & Vouchers
2 options
PaysafecardNeosurf (confirm)
Deposits: Instant
Withdrawals: Not applicable (deposit only)
Limits: Not disclosed
Min Deposit: Confirm minimum deposit
Max Withdrawal: Multiple methods including local banking. Given the operator family and short track record, confirm current payout reliability and limits.
KYC Required: Full KYC required. Note the operator-family caution.
The Gaming Ecosystem
Majority of a 3000 plus library Online Slots Not separately disclosed Live Casino Not separately disclosed Table Games Not disclosed Poker Room Not disclosed Instant Win Not disclosed Bingo
Online Slots

Slots from over 120 providers.

Live Casino

Live dealer tables and game shows.

Table Games

Blackjack, roulette, baccarat and other table games.

Poker Room

Video poker titles; no dedicated peer-to-peer poker room confirmed.

Instant Win

Crash and instant-win games available.

Bingo

Jackpot slots available.

Sportsbook
Sportsbook information not yet available
Our team is currently reviewing the sports betting offering for this casino.

Customer Support

Live Chat✓ 24/7 — Not formally disclosed response
Phone Support✗ Not Available
Knowledge Base✓ Comprehensive — Not disclosed+ articles
Chatbot Pre-Screen⚠ Not Disclosed
Response Times (Tested)
Live ChatNot formally disclosed
Languages Supported
Multiple languages (confirm full list)
Final Verdict

Winbay is a newer Anjouan-licensed casino launched in 2024 and operated within the NovaForge/Casolinia (Rabidi) family. It offers a solid library of over 3,000 games from more than 120 providers, spanning slots, live casino, crash and instant games, with a broad mix of card, e-wallet, local-banking (Zimpler, Nordea, S-Pankki) and crypto payments. As a newer Anjouan-licensed operator within a family associated with the 2024 Rabidi insolvency, its player protection is lighter than MGA or UKGC, its track record is short, and its published responsible gambling detail is limited. It shows promise, but the operator-family and short-history points warrant confirming payout reliability and checking recent feedback before depositing. Draft, pending GC review.

Frequently Asked Questions6 Questions

Winbay launched in 2024 within the NovaForge/Casolinia (Rabidi) family under an Anjouan licence. As a newer operator in a family associated with the 2024 Rabidi insolvency, its player protection is lighter than MGA or UKGC and its track record is short, so confirm payout reliability and check recent feedback before depositing.

Nova Forge LTD (some sources cite Casolinia Group), part of the Rabidi/NovaForge family, under an Anjouan licence (ALSI-152406028-FI2).

Over 3,000 games from more than 120 providers, including slots, live casino, crash and instant games.

Cards (Visa, Mastercard), e-wallets (Skrill, MiFinity), local banking (Zimpler, Nordea, S-Pankki) and cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether and Litecoin.

Yes, Winbay launched in 2024 and is still relatively new, so it has a short track record.

Winbay is primarily a casino; confirm on the live site whether any sportsbook is offered.

Dimitri Dimitrov
Dimitri Dimitrov

Dimitri is an iGaming expert with nearly a decade of experience and a knack for crafting content that speaks directly to the iGaming crowd. He understands affiliate marketing, player psychology, and search algorithms, which enables him to write engaging, data-driven articles.