How Gamecheck investigates online casinos

1. Gathering evidence: Identifying fake or real games

The first step in our process is collecting evidence from online casinos worldwide. Using proprietary technology and expert analysis, we inspect casino websites to determine whether the games they offer are real or fake.

We analyse multiple factors, including:

Game provider authenticity

Verifying whether the game is genuinely supplied by the listed provider.

Server connections

Checking if the game connects to the official provider’s servers or a rogue third party.

Gameplay behaviour

Identifying irregularities in randomness and fairness.

Casino licensing and software integrity

Cross-referencing licences with official regulatory bodies and game providers.

If we detect suspicious activity, we conduct a deeper investigation to confirm our findings.

2. Confirming evidence with game providers

Once we gather initial evidence, we don’t rely on assumptions—we go straight to the source. We communicate with our partner game providers listed on a casino’s platform to verify whether the online casino has permission to offer their games.

Game providers can confirm:

• Whether the online casino is connected to their official servers.
• Whether the games have been altered or unauthorised versions are in use.
• Whether the casino has a legitimate contract to offer their games.

If a game provider confirms that an online casino is offering unauthorised or fake games, we immediately update our records and flag the casino accordingly.

3. Updating the online casino’s status on Gamecheck

After confirming our findings, we update the casino’s status on Gamecheck.com. This information is crucial for players and all iGaming stakeholders, offering a transparent record of a casino’s integrity.

An online casino can receive one of the following statuses:

Real Games

A selection of games from multiple providers has been checked, and NO fake games have been found.

Pending Checks

Gamecheck is currently conducting verification checks, with results to be published soon.

Fake Games Detected

A selection of games from multiple providers has been checked, and fake games have been found.

Once an online casino is flagged for offering fake games, it remains on our watchlist. If they remove the fake games and switch to legitimate software, we conduct another investigation before updating their status.

4. Regular random checks: Ensuring ongoing compliance

At Gamecheck, we don’t just check a casino once and forget about it. We conduct regular random checks on all casinos in our database to ensure they continue offering real games. These periodic investigations help us:

• Ensure casinos don’t revert to fake games after passing an initial check.
• Maintain trust in the information we provide.
• Hold online casinos accountable for fair gaming environments.

If a previously approved casino is caught offering fake games, its status is immediately updated, and its history reflects the change.

5. The importance of the casino history section

One of Gamecheck’s most valuable features is the Casino History Section, where players can see all past investigations of an online casino. This allows players to make informed decisions by reviewing whether a casino has consistently offered real games or has a history of fraudulent behaviour.

This transparency helps players:

• Identify safe casinos with a strong track record of offering real games.
• Avoid casinos that have switched between real and fake games.
• Understand how often an online casino is checked.

With this information, players no longer have to rely on casino claims alone - they can verify a casino’s trustworthiness through Gamecheck’s independent investigations.

Conclusion: Protecting players and the gambling industry

Gamecheck is dedicated to ensuring fairness in the online casino industry by exposing fake games and holding online casinos accountable. Our rigorous investigation methods, direct verification with game providers, real-time status updates, and ongoing random checks make it easier for players to play safely.