Ridiculous offer from Virtual

[winbig]

I can't believe they're doing this. Now if they were to donate (and verify) a large portion of the profits made to 9/11 organizations for people that lost loved ones 6 years ago, then this type of promotion could be justified.....but c'mon.....I think this should be the straw that broke the camels back, and I think we should start a petition for RTG to yank virtual's license....but.....what good would that do? I'm sure Playtech would be happy to license them.

Anyone with me on this?

[SlotsWizard]

How about we ram an unmanned plane or two into Virtual's office building and see if they find that funny and/or profitable.

[chuchu59]

How about we ram an unmanned plane or two into Virtual's office building and see if they find that funny and/or profitable.

You musnt. This will only give them another excuse to offer a coupon in remembrance of those at the Virtual Offices that day. Actually, was the promo aimed at Taliban or Al-Queda troops? This insensitivity makes me vomit.

[swampwitch]

From the ad...

$1 of Every Depositor will be donated to The Red Cross in Their Name

with 100% Matching Funds from The Virtual Casino Group

Friday a Special Email Presentation will then go out

With the list of Names Donating to The Red Cross

First Name Last Initial

Yeah, they're practically saints...

[SlotsWizard]

From the ad...



Yeah, they're practically saints...

Oh wow, a 100% match up to $1. I wonder what kind of wagering requirement they give to the Red Cross?

Seriously, if anyone believes for a second that these slimebags are actually going to give a penny to the Red Cross, then I have a bridge to sell you. This just makes it worse still - pretending to donate to charity. Unbelievable.

[Casinomeister]

For some reason Virtual Danny can't open an account here. Here is his response:

Every year, amongst other important subjects dear to my heart, I bring attention to 911. Not a year has gone by that I have not. The only way I can bring any attention to it, and any other important subject obviously is to do it through my promotions. I'm from New York, my sister was there when it happened 3 blocks away and just got out so don't for once think you got me all figured out. Don't for once think I did this promotion for a deposit. I shed light where I feel it needs to be, I keep players thinking and remembering what it is they need to remember. I try to do good where I can as well, unlike others. Do you not see my pledge to The Red Cross???? Were you guys also upset at my Katrina Promotion where we pledged??? If you don't like something I'm only an email away. All you have to do is tell me and then I can explain my reasons and then you can make your judgments. It boggles my mind that not one of you took the time to email me your opinion so as I may have had the chance to explain to you why I did the promotion in the first place. Casino Meister was the only one that cared enough to email me. 911 is dear to my heart and this is the only way I can shed light on it.

RTG's CEO said he was looking into this as well.

@VWM - yank their license? What license? They don't need no "steenking" license...

[jetset]

I nominate it for the "Most tasteless promotion of 2007" prize.

I strongly second that nomination - this has to be the most insensitive, stupid promo I've seen in a long time and it does nothing for the industry....and certainly nothing but damage to what little reputation RTG and Virtual have left.

PS And the rationalisation for this abomination from Danny Virtual is imo totally unacceptable and without credibility.

[Casinomeister]

PS And the rationalisation for this abomination from Danny Virtual is imo totally unacceptable and without credibility.

Spot on.

[mrracetrack]

That GOOF Danny "justifies" this disgusting and insulting promotion?

Danny stated:

It boggles my mind that not one of you took the time to email me your opinion so as I may have had the chance to explain to you why I did the promotion in the first place.

Why would anyone e-mail YOU??

You probably would put their e-mail addy on your SPAM LIST.

And who cares "WHY" you did this promotion... and what your convoluted logic was for doing it?

You, Danny... just like the casino you work for... are nothing but low life scum.

[jetset]

TOTALLY TASTELESS

The Virtual online casino group shoots itself in the foot again

When it comes to reputation, few online casino groups are regarded by the player community in as bad a light as the RTG-powered and Costa Rican based Virtual group. Despite constant player complaints and reports of questionable behaviour, this group continues to apparently flourish, suggesting that many players do not research before handing their cash over.

This week the group reached an all-time low and was at the centre of criticism from outraged players across the planet. The cause? An ill-advised and totally insensitive attempt to launch a promotion based on the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in the USA, where thousands of innocent victims died.

"Danny Virtual" used an email to draw attention to the international tragedy with some emotive wording before inviting recipients to take advantage of his cynical "911% Twin Towering Total Bonus."

Stunned players and industry observers were universal in condemning the attempt to exploit a human tragedy that is still a source of deep sadness and outrage, and a Dutch player probably summed it up in saying:

"This day is the day of mourning to remember the victims and their families. I think this casino is crossing the red line because it is not a day for enjoying games. It is the day to remember those who were gone and praying for them. God bless the victims."

RealTime Gaming CEO Mike McMain, contacted on the issue said he would "look into it," but Danny Virtual himself was unrepentant, claiming that this was his company's way of 'reminding' people about the tragedy.

He wrote: "Every year, amongst other important subjects dear to my heart, I bring attention to 911" and "911 is dear to my heart and this is the only way I can shed light on it." His rationalisation for an incredibly offensive promotion only added fuel to the fire as criticism continued.

One poster suggested that the Virtual action qualified as "Most tasteless promo of 2007," which probably sums up this ill-advised blunder to perfection.