Dimitri Dimitrov
by Dimitri Dimitrov Published on February 3, 2021
Last updated on June 24, 2026
EVOKE PLC (FORMERLY 888 HOLDINGS); 888 UK LIMITED OPERATES THE UK LICENCE
888 Casino Review
UK Gambling Commission (account 39028), Malta Gaming Authority (MGA/CRP/543/2018) and Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner Licensed
Responsible Gambling Index: GREAT
T&C Apply. 18+. Gamble responsibly.
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888 Casino is one of the oldest and most established online casinos, launched in 1997 and operated by Evoke plc (formerly 888 Holdings). It is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission, the Malta Gaming Authority and Gibraltar, complies with eCOGRA, and offers over 2,000 games including exclusive in-house titles. This independent 888 Casino review examines its licensing, payments, games and responsible gambling tools.
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Licensing & Operator Transparency
Licensed Operator
Regulated by UK Gambling Commission (account 39028), Malta Gaming Authority (MGA/CRP/543/2018) and Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner
✓ Licensed
OperatorEvoke plc (formerly 888 Holdings); 888 UK Limited operates the UK licence
FairnessFully regulated and compliant with eCOGRA guidelines. Games from Games Global (Microgaming), NetEnt and Evolution, plus 888's own exclusive in-house titles.
SSL EncryptionActive, SSL encryption
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UK Gambling Commission (account 39028), Malta Gaming Authority (MGA/CRP/543/2018) and Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner
Since 1997 (brand launch)
Active, verified

Top-tier multi-jurisdiction licensing: UK Gambling Commission (account 39028), Malta Gaming Authority (MGA/CRP/543/2018) and Gibraltar. Confirm the licence that applies to the market being reviewed.

Responsible Gambling Index — Proprietary Gamblers Connect Score
Poor Concern Average Great Exceptional
9 / 12 criteria met  —  RGI Methodology →
Great
Above industry average
9/12
✓Reality Check
✓Self-Exclusion
✓Underage Gambling Prevention
✓Responsible Gambling Policy
✓Access Account History
✓Ethical & Responsible Marketing
✓Deposit Limits
✓Session Limits
✓Self-Assessment
✗Wagering Limits
✗Loss Limits
✗Budget Calculator

GC Responsible Gambling Index header shows a placeholder tier (GC page body states the RGI is not yet finalised). 888 is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission, the MGA and Gibraltar, complies with eCOGRA and publishes a comprehensive responsible gambling policy, so a Poor placeholder is clearly inconsistent. Please reconcile and confirm the official tier before publishing.

Payments & Banking — Multiple regulated methods (exact count varies by market)+ Methods
Credit & Debit Cards
4 options
VisaMastercardMaestroApple Pay
Deposits: Instant
Withdrawals: Up to 5 working days
Limits: Varies by market
E-Wallets
4 options
NetellerSkrillPayPalEntropay
Deposits: Instant
Withdrawals: Usually within 24 hours
Limits: Varies by market
Bank Transfer
1 option
Bank transfer
Deposits: Instant to a few hours
Withdrawals: Up to 5 working days
Limits: Varies by market
Prepaid & Vouchers
1 option
Paysafecard (where available)
Deposits: Instant
Withdrawals: Not applicable (deposit only)
Limits: Not disclosed
Min Deposit: Not disclosed (commonly around 10 GBP/EUR), confirm on site
Max Withdrawal: Withdrawals average around 3 working days. E-wallets usually within 24 hours; debit cards and bank transfers up to 5 working days.
KYC Required: Standard KYC verification required. Withdrawal speed varies by method.
The Gaming Ecosystem
More than 1700 slot titles (part of a 2000 plus library) Online Slots Over 100 live casino games Live Casino Dozens of table games Table Games Not disclosed 888 exclusive games
Online Slots

Large slot selection from Games Global, NetEnt and others, plus exclusive 888 titles.

Live Casino

Live dealer tables powered by Evolution and 888's own live studio.

Table Games

Blackjack, roulette, baccarat and other table games.

Exclusive
888 exclusive games

888 develops exclusive in-house titles available only on its platform.

Sportsbook
888sport
888 Casino is casino-focused, but the group offers sports betting via 888sport on the same account in some markets. Confirm availability for the property being reviewed.
Not disclosed
Sports Markets
Not disclosed
Monthly Events
Not disclosed
Live Streams/yr

Customer Support

Live Chat✓ 24/7 — Not formally disclosed; support is 24/7. response
Phone Support✓ Available
Knowledge Base✓ Comprehensive — Not disclosed+ articles
Chatbot Pre-Screen⚠ Not Disclosed
Response Times (Tested)
Live ChatNot formally disclosed; support is 24/7.
Languages Supported
Multiple languages by market (English and others), confirm full list
Final Verdict

888 Casino is one of the oldest and most established online casinos, launched in 1997 and operated by Evoke plc (formerly 888 Holdings). It is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission, the Malta Gaming Authority and Gibraltar, complies with eCOGRA, and offers over 2,000 games including more than 1,700 slots, live casino from Evolution and exclusive in-house titles. Withdrawals average around three working days, with e-wallets nearer 24 hours. Its responsible gambling provision is comprehensive. GC’s placeholder RGI shows Poor, which is clearly inconsistent with 888’s regulation and tools and should be reconciled. It suits players who want a trusted, heavily regulated global brand. Draft, pending GC review.

Frequently Asked Questions6 Questions

Yes. 888 Casino launched in 1997 and is operated by Evoke plc (formerly 888 Holdings). It is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission, the Malta Gaming Authority and Gibraltar, and complies with eCOGRA, making it one of the most heavily regulated online casinos.

Evoke plc, formerly 888 Holdings. In the UK, 888 UK Limited operates the UK Gambling Commission licence (account 39028).

Withdrawals average around three working days. E-wallets are usually within 24 hours, while debit cards and bank transfers can take up to five working days.

Visa, Mastercard, Maestro and Apple Pay, e-wallets such as Neteller, Skrill and PayPal, and bank transfer. It does not offer cryptocurrency.

More than 2,000 games, including over 1,700 slots, dozens of table games, over 100 live casino games from Evolution, and exclusive in-house 888 titles.

888 Casino is casino-focused, but the group offers sports betting via 888sport on the same account in some markets. Confirm availability for your market.

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.