Has anyone heard of/read anything about The Mandarin Palace?

[vinylweatherman]

I may be blind but didnt see any mention of Playcheck or Cashcheck. I saw Playback, but MG doesnt have monopoly on game history.
And the bonus system, different weightings for games arent exclusive to MG so dont see whats wrong there.

And no, I wouldnt play there.

I expect they have started changing the site. When I looked there was so little content that these oddities stood out. They certainly didn't have the Microgaming banner, but had the guide to Playcheck and Cashcheck as though it has been lifted as a chunk from the site of an MGS casino.
Another poster thought they were related to Spin Palace, so there was certainly an element of that "MGS Feel" about it.

As for the bonus weightings, it was the LAYOUT of that section, not just the fact of game weightings, it was just "so MGS".

Because of the previous efforts of Ministering Angel, and Roccos, I am VERY suspicious of this site, mainly because of what ISN'T there, rather than what IS.

Ministering Angel even had Neteller fooled, who were promoting them in their "showcase" till someone tipped them off that they were a front for an Eastern Eurpean "Phishing" scam, and had "ripped-off" the company who designed that unsettling "Ministering Angel".
Now that these "gangs" are into fake casino sites, we have to be very careful with any new casino site that pops up with "unique" software, even more so when said software seems a little "funkified".

There seems to be a theme of winning big from the free chip, getting paid a small amount, and then being told they can have the rest in 100% match bonuses.

MGS run these free play promos, but limit "winnings" to as little as $100. THIS lot are more than happy to offer back the over limit amount of $7500 to one player as a series of 100% match bonuses, and the PLAYER gets to pick when they take them.

Even playing the free chip can be a problem, since they have your personal details. This may well be worth the $100 or so they have to pay out to winners.

If they are legit, they can always have a rep register here, and argue their case.

[spiderlegz]

I expect they have started changing the site. When I looked there was so little content that these oddities stood out. They certainly didn't have the Microgaming banner, but had the guide to Playcheck and Cashcheck as though it has been lifted as a chunk from the site of an MGS casino.

Most likely,they are probably aware of this thread.

Whats easier than to copypaste and then edit? If they just would do it before they launch it would save them some embarrassment.

[vinylweatherman]

Most likely,they are probably aware of this thread.

Whats easier than to copypaste and then edit? If they just would do it before they launch it would save them some embarrassment.

Well, Playshare did the same with Quatro casino, but at least with it being MGS there is an element of trust. This one has not just messed up the launch, but offers no evidence so far of credibility. If it were powered by a known software brand, this could at least help form some kind of first impression. If it were indeed MGS, I would have considered them probably trustworthy long term, but just a bit inept at the launch. They are not licensed in a particularly "trustworthy" jurisdiction either (when it comes to looking after players), an EU license would have given them far more credibility, mainly because it would be a serious embarrassment to the EU if one of it's member states was fooled into granting a gaming license to a fake casino. There is no guarantee they even have the license they claim. I recall one rogue was claiming an Alderney license, when they had no such thing. They are STILL in business, and spamming me regularly.

[spiderlegz]

Well, Playshare did the same with Quatro casino, but at least with it being MGS there is an element of trust. This one has not just messed up the launch, but offers no evidence so far of credibility. If it were powered by a known software brand, this could at least help form some kind of first impression. If it were indeed MGS, I would have considered them probably trustworthy long term, but just a bit inept at the launch. They are not licensed in a particularly "trustworthy" jurisdiction either (when it comes to looking after players), an EU license would have given them far more credibility, mainly because it would be a serious embarrassment to the EU if one of it's member states was fooled into granting a gaming license to a fake casino. There is no guarantee they even have the license they claim. I recall one rogue was claiming an Alderney license, when they had no such thing. They are STILL in business, and spamming me regularly.

Malta and they licensing medialive casinos like ubwinner (rigged software) says everything about credibility of an EU license.

[jeff311]

A few minutes ago I received a call from the palace, I was greeted by a friendly and professional man who told me thanks for playing at the casino and my check of $450.00 was processed and sent today - the $30 check fee. It should arrive in 5-7 days via fed ex. He congratulated me and told me to get something nice for myself. He wanted to know if I enjoyed the casino and didn't even ask about a return. This casino seems legit to me and have treated me alot better than most! They paid out $420.00 for a free chip and have great customer service. All casinos had to start somewhere, Like spin palace who paid thousands no ?'s asked. Spin palace at first looked fake but turned out to be great. I'm not telling you to go there and make a deposit today, I'm telling you that for no money out of pocket I won and see nothing wrong at all with this establishment. Make your own decision but I have nothing but good things to say about this place so far. I've spent $420.00 on some casinos mentioned here on this site a day and won nothing. Thats a start. I will let you know when i get my check. Lets give them time and a chance b4 doubting them. Where is the casino meister and what does he have to say about this site?

[jeff311]

Well, Playshare did the same with Quatro casino, but at least with it being MGS there is an element of trust. This one has not just messed up the launch, but offers no evidence so far of credibility. If it were powered by a known software brand, this could at least help form some kind of first impression. If it were indeed MGS, I would have considered them probably trustworthy long term, but just a bit inept at the launch. They are not licensed in a particularly "trustworthy" jurisdiction either (when it comes to looking after players), an EU license would have given them far more credibility, mainly because it would be a serious embarrassment to the EU if one of it's member states was fooled into granting a gaming license to a fake casino. There is no guarantee they even have the license they claim. I recall one rogue was claiming an Alderney license, when they had no such thing. They are STILL in business, and spamming me regularly.

All online casinos I view as a scam until I see winnings and payouts, At least the real WALK-IN casinos are state regulated and have a little law over payouts. I have been around the block a few times; Intertops,spinpalace.goldenpalce (lol).RUSHMORE,JACKPOT CAPITAL,CLUB WORLD,sloto-cash,all slots,cool cats (lol),silver dollar, harbor etc etc some are to old to remember. People think they are not being ripped off at online casinos meaning "hey I put in $200.00 a month ago and lost but they never stole my money they only charged $200.00" Wrong, these casinos per pull take in a set profit before paying out. Thats all I have to say! for example, take in $1000.00 pay out $100.00. if you are lucky. When I get paid by the palace I will deposit lol. Maybe win for once! !

[jeff311]

Well, since my original post, I kept reversing my withdrawal, playing, and then cashing in again. I'm way up, so I'm done with this round till I actually see that I get paid. It's been 24 hours now, so just 24 more to go, until they process it (though, I assume it will wait until Monday).

Before my last withdrawal, I placed a $30 bet (Black Jack) and won, so I chose the check by courier (FedEx is who they use) for $30. In my opinion, charging anything is ridiculous. Also, something else that bothers me is that they won't flush a cashin. Spin Palace used to flush them immediately upon request and funds would arrive in my back account within a couple days. I too miss Spin Palace very very much.

They processed my check yesterday and even called me to let me know very nicely. The check came today!lol overnight! Now thats fast! The check is 100% legit and It came from Canada but in US funds. Some people are doubting these guys but I see no problems. You should get yours soon.

[split em]

They processed my check yesterday and even called me to let me know very nicely. The check came today!lol overnight! Now thats fast! The check is 100% legit and It came from Canada but in US funds. Some people are doubting these guys but I see no problems. You should get yours soon.

That's awesome! Congrats on the free money!!
Since that last post, I've kept playing HA
Just submitted my cashin, again (I keep reversing it all, then make one withdraw request so I don't have to pay for for 2, or more, checks. I've made a nice little profit and I'm now feeling more secure that I'll get paid, thanks to you! Sounds like they're really trying to make an effort, as far as customer service, that's promising too. I wish they would contact The Meister!

And vinylweatherman, you had mentioned that a poster thought this casino was somehow related to SpinPalace... I think you got that from my original post. But I was just stating that I haven't played since SpinPalace closed my account and this was my first venture back into online gaming.

[vinylweatherman]

They processed my check yesterday and even called me to let me know very nicely. The check came today!lol overnight! Now thats fast! The check is 100% legit and It came from Canada but in US funds. Some people are doubting these guys but I see no problems. You should get yours soon.

They are beginning to look legit then. Promising payment and actually MAKING it is what makes the difference. Many rogue casinos make promises, even in polite phone calls, but sticking to them is what matters.

The lack of information and substance on their site may be because they are narrowly targeting the US market, and do not want to get busted too quickly. They would be unable to do this from any EU jurisdiction.

Malta and they licensing medialive casinos like ubwinner (rigged software) says everything about credibility of an EU license.

Malta have already embarrassed themselves, and are bringing the EU into disrepute among the player community. Malta are on the UK whitelist because EU trade rules say they have to be, NOT because the have applied to the UK Gambling commission, been vetted, and passed.
Malta are also closely resembling the Costa Rican model of allowing casinos to operate for months under a COMPANY license, and a "letter of intent" from the LGA - this means they are taking REAL money BEFORE they have passed all the fitness to operate test (assuming Malta have any other than the ability to pay the fee, and prove current solvency)

[ballysdb]

I never got anything in the mail from them...its been a week or two now.