Dimitri Dimitrov
by Dimitri Dimitrov Published on December 25, 2025
Last updated on June 24, 2026
CHESTOPTION SOCIEDAD DE RESPONSABILIDAD LIMITADA (COSTA RICA); TOOK OVER FROM TECHOPTIONS N.V. IN 2024
Vave Casino Review
Curacao (former 365/JAZ terminated; current authority unclear). CHESTOPTION SRL. Licensed
Responsible Gambling Index: AVERAGE
T&C Apply. 18+. Gamble responsibly.
$ PAID INDEPENDENT REVIEW ▾

PAID INDEPENDENT REVIEW

This operator has paid for an independent review to be conducted and published on Gamblers Connect. Payment covers the review process only, not outcomes, scores, or editorial conclusions.

This fee does not and cannot influence editorial assessments, verification outcomes, RGI scores, or any published finding. Negative findings are published.

Casino paid review disclosure · Contact us
⊘ No Affiliate Links ▾

No Affiliate Links

This page contains no affiliate tracking links, no player redirect URLs, and no sign-up funnels.

Gamblers Connect does not operate as a player acquisition channel under any regulatory framework including MGA, UKGC, or DGOJ.

We earn no commissions from player sign-ups, deposits, or wagers. No commercial relationship exists between Gamblers Connect and any individual player.

Casino no-affiliate policy
✓ GC Verified ▾

GC Verified: Independent Assessment

Every listed operator undergoes independent verification: Proof of Play (real-money testing with blockchain records), RTP verification, and licence authentication against official regulatory databases (MGA, UKGC, DGOJ, Curacao, and others).

Verification outcomes cannot be purchased or altered. This is an independent assessment, not an endorsement or recommendation to gamble.

Casino verification methodology
◉ RGI Score ▾

Responsible Gambling Index (RGI)

The RGI is our proprietary framework evaluating operators across 12 responsible gambling criteria including self-exclusion, deposit limits, reality checks, and cooling-off periods.

5-tier scale: Poor · Concern · Average · Great · Exceptional.

RGI scores are independently determined and cannot be purchased or influenced by commercial relationships.

RGI scoring methodology
18+ Only ▾

Responsible Gambling

Gambling involves financial risk and can be addictive. You must meet the minimum legal age in your jurisdiction (18+ in most of Europe, 21+ in select markets).

Gamblers Connect does not encourage, promote, endorse, or facilitate gambling activity.

This page is an independent review, not an advertisement or recommendation to gamble. If you need support: GamCare (UK), Gambling Therapy (International), Jugarbien.es (Spain).

Responsible gambling policy
↗ Commercial Disclosure ▾

Commercial Disclosure

Gamblers Connect is a B2B media platform, not a licensed gambling operator, affiliate, or player acquisition channel in any jurisdiction.

We generate revenue through subscriptions, B2B referral partnerships, directory listings, advertising, and media services.

We do not earn revenue from player activity, wagers, or deposits. This page is an independent editorial review, not a promotional advertisement, endorsement, or recommendation to gamble.

Casino commercial disclosure
Vave is a crypto casino and sportsbook with one of the largest game lobbies anywhere, operated since 2024 by CHESTOPTION SRL. This independent Vave review examines its huge library and provably fair Originals against an opaque licence and withdrawal-review complaints.
Proof of Play — Gamblers Connect Hands-On Test
This casino is yet to be reviewed using our Proof of Play method
Our independent hands-on verification is pending for this operator.
Read Policy →
Licensing & Operator Transparency
Licensed Operator
Regulated by Curacao (former 365/JAZ terminated; current authority unclear). CHESTOPTION SRL.
✓ Licensed
OperatorCHESTOPTION Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada (Costa Rica); took over from TechOptions N.V. in 2024
FairnessGames from audited studios including Pragmatic Play, Evolution and NetEnt, plus provably fair Originals at 99 percent RTP. No independent eCOGRA certificate published.
SSL EncryptionActive, SSL encryption; Crypto Gambling Foundation verified operator
🏳
Curacao (former 365/JAZ terminated; current authority unclear). CHESTOPTION SRL.
Since 2024 (current operator; brand earlier)
Confirm current licence status (opaque)

Operated by CHESTOPTION SRL. It shows a Curacao licence and a Crypto Gambling Foundation verified-operator seal, but the former Curacao 365/JAZ framework was terminated in 2024 and Vave has not clearly identified its current licensing authority or number. This licence opacity is a caution. Confirm from the site footer.

Responsible Gambling Index — Proprietary Gamblers Connect Score
Poor Concern Average Great Exceptional
5 / 12 criteria met  —  RGI Methodology →
Average
Meets basic standards but has notable gaps
5/12
✓Self-Exclusion
✓Underage Gambling Prevention
✓Responsible Gambling Policy
✓Access Account History
✓Wagering Limits
✗Reality Check
✗Ethical & Responsible Marketing
✗Deposit 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). Vave has an opaque current licence, manual (not self-serve) responsible gambling controls, and a very low Trustpilot score (around 1.7) with repeated complaints of withdrawals stuck in review for days or weeks. Confirm the official tier on the live RG page; caution is warranted.

Payments & Banking — 9 main cryptocurrencies+ Methods
Cryptocurrency
4 options
BitcoinEthereumLitecoinnine main coins
Deposits: Instant
Withdrawals: Advertised about 10 minutes, but review-hold complaints
Limits: Confirm caps
Min Deposit: Confirm crypto minimum
Max Withdrawal: No deposit or withdrawal fees; withdrawals advertised as automatic within about 10 minutes, but there are repeated complaints of withdrawals stuck in review for days or weeks.
KYC Required: KYC may be limited. Note the withdrawal-review complaints.
The Gaming Ecosystem
Majority of a near 16900 game lobby Online Slots Not separately disclosed Live Casino Not separately disclosed Table Games About a dozen Originals In-house (Vave) Not disclosed Poker Room Not disclosed Instant Win Not disclosed Bingo
Online Slots

Slots from Pragmatic Play, NetEnt and many others.

Live Casino

Live dealer tables from Evolution and others.

Table Games

Blackjack, roulette, baccarat and other table games.

Exclusive
In-house (Vave)

Provably fair Originals at 99 percent RTP.

Poker Room

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

Instant Win

Crash and instant-win Originals.

Bingo

Jackpot slots available.

Sportsbook
This casino does not offer a sportsbook
Sports betting is not available at this operator.

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

Vave is a crypto casino and sportsbook with one of the largest game lobbies anywhere, near 16,900 titles from audited studios like Pragmatic Play, Evolution and NetEnt plus about a dozen provably fair Originals at 99 percent RTP, operated since 2024 by CHESTOPTION SRL. Banking is crypto-only across nine main coins with no fees and advertised automatic withdrawals within about 10 minutes. However, the cautions are significant: its current licence is opaque (the former Curacao framework was terminated in 2024 and Vave has not clearly identified its current authority), its responsible gambling controls are manual rather than self-serve, and it holds a very low Trustpilot score of around 1.7, with the repeated complaint being withdrawals stuck in review for days or weeks. The game range is exceptional, but the licence opacity and withdrawal-review complaints warrant strong caution and checking recent feedback before depositing. Draft, pending GC review.

Frequently Asked Questions6 Questions

Vave has legitimate games and one of the largest lobbies anywhere, but its current licence is opaque (the former Curacao framework was terminated in 2024), its responsible gambling controls are manual, and it holds a very low Trustpilot score of around 1.7 with repeated complaints of withdrawals stuck in review. Treat it with caution and check recent feedback before depositing.

CHESTOPTION Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada (Costa Rica), which took over from TechOptions N.V. in 2024. The current licensing authority is unclear.

Although withdrawals are advertised as automatic within about 10 minutes, the repeated Trustpilot complaint is withdrawals stuck in review for days or weeks.

Near 16,900 titles from audited studios like Pragmatic Play, Evolution and NetEnt, plus about a dozen provably fair Originals at 99 percent RTP, and a sportsbook.

Nine main cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin, with no deposit or withdrawal fees. It is crypto-only.

Yes, Vave offers a sportsbook with live betting alongside the casino.

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.