Welcome to the Times Opening research centre. We view the non-GamStop casino market not as a playground, but as a subject for scientific study. Our goal is to separate facts from marketing noise by using a strict, repeatable methodology.
Every casino that comes to us undergoes four phases of clinical trials. Only those ‘specimens’ that successfully pass all stages receive our recommendation.
Phase 1: Quarantine and Genetic Analysis (Security Screening)
Before a ‘specimen’ (a casino) is admitted into the main laboratory, it undergoes a strict quarantine. At this stage, we study its “DNA.”
- Genome Sequencing: We verify the authenticity of its license and examine the history and reputation of the parent company.
- Cell Wall Analysis: We test the strength of its encryption protocols (SSL) and the overall platform security to protect your data.
- Pathogen Detection: We scan the terms and conditions for hidden “viral” clauses that could harm your balance.
Protocol: Specimens with questionable ‘genetics’ or weak defence mechanisms are disposed of and never proceed to the next phase.
Phase 2: The Controlled Experiment (Real-Money Testing)
Specimens that pass quarantine are admitted for the main study. Our team of ‘lab technicians’ then begins a controlled experiment.
- Introducing the Reagent: We deposit real funds using various payment systems.
- Observation Under the Microscope: We spend dozens of hours testing games, mobile version performance, and loading speeds.
- The Stress Test: We intentionally create non-standard situations (like asking support difficult questions) to test the system’s response and competency.
Protocol: All observations are meticulously documented. Any glitches, delays, or incompetence are recorded in the report as negative data points.
Phase 3: Chemical Analysis (Bonus Deconstruction)
At this stage, we place the casino’s bonus offers into a “centrifuge” to separate them into their constituent parts and see their true composition.
- Composition Analysis: We don’t just look at the bonus amount. We calculate its real value by analysing the wagering requirements, bet limits, expiry dates, and the list of permitted games.
- Toxicity Test: We determine how realistic the wagering requirements are for the average player. “Toxic” bonuses with impossible conditions are flagged accordingly.
Protocol: Our conclusion is not about how big a bonus is, but about how useful and safe it is for the player’s ‘organism.’
Phase 4: Peer Review and Publication
All data gathered in the previous phases is compiled. Our team holds a “collegial review” to deliver a final verdict.
- Data Consolidation: We compare the results from all tests to form an objective picture.
- Formulating the Conclusion: The casino is assigned a final rating based on dozens of measurable parameters.
- Publishing the Study: We publish a detailed report (the review) in our “scientific journal” (the website), where everyone can review the experiment’s process and its results.
We do the science so you can just enjoy the game. Trust the data.