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Wildz Casino New Zealand Review (2023)

Nothing makes the heart of Aotearoa New Zealand gamblers hum more than an online casino operator which lays bare its soul. Wildz Online Casino New Zealand falls in that category with a website that has a what-you-see-is-what-you-get feel about it. The site greets Kiwi players with a crisp, clean, and cutting-to-the-chase landing page for an entity that ends most of its sister online casinos in “zee” — Chipz, Spinz and Wheelz.

In launching Wildz Casino on April 30, 2019, operator Rootz Limited had declared its intentions to create a glitch-free gambling platform. It had sounded out online casino industry prospects and affiliate partners to fine-tune its processes, putting to work 50 wagering-savvy colleagues for 10 days to neutralise bugs.

Kiwis can rest assured that the online casino’s “one helluva Wildz ride” on its galactic theme comes under the Mata Gaming Authority’s licence. The operator’s helmet-wearing, thumbs-up female mascot beckons gamblers through its iGaming virtual doors to fulfil their need for speed.

Wildz Casino tees up its service on enhanced security protocols, a dedicated support crew, and a matched-up bumper welcome bonus with free spins on New Zealanders signing up. The provider’s “Casino Guide” link at the foot of the landing page impressed us with 51 topics listed in glossary fashion from “B” to “W”. Wildz walks the talk in outlining its mission to make digital life easier.

Our review unearths gems on the Wildz Casino playground but also offers players a preferences checklist. For example, Kiwis who want an online casino with a sportsbook won’t find it at Wildz. Our advice, especially to newcomers, is to see what suits them best.

Range Of Games

New Zealanders wishing to enter Wildz Casino’s games lobby will applaud the quality and variety of titles. Much like the dials and meters on the dashboard of a sleek car, the operator’s back catalogue is brimming with more than 1,200 titles. Newbies who don’t feel confident enough to dive straight into real-money wagering always have the option to play in free or demo mode.

On the left-hand column of the landing page, just click on the “games” link, sitting below the “register” and “login” buttons, to go straight into a smorgasbord of thumbnails. The horizontal bar menu offers categories of “Popular”, “Slots” (Pokies), “Jackpot Games”, “Live Casino”, “Table Games”, and “All Games”. A search engine helps isolate titles via games or software creators.

The subcategories make browsing even easier with sections such as “popular”, “10min Jackpots”, “Drops & Wins”, ”Live Casino”, “Megaways”, “New Games”, and “Seasonal”, to name a few. Kiwi pokies faithful will relish themes such as “Animals”, “Asian”, “Cascading Symbols”, “Classic Slots”, “High Volatility”, “Movies & TV”, and “Sport”.

• Pokies: Like most reputable online casinos we review, pokies dominate Wildz’s iGaming catalogue to show its got its finger on the Kiwi pulse. Whether it's 3-reel slots, 5-reel ones, or a multiple pay-line variety, you’re covered. The hallmark of quality is reflected in software iGaming creators such as Microgaming, NetEnt, Play’n GO from a stable of more than 60. All games are fed in the random number generator (RNG) to ensure players have a fair chance to win.
• Live casino: One brand speaks volumes when it comes to live-casino fare — Evolution Gaming. It’s a dialect players should be familiar with, too. Whether it’s baccarat, blackjack, poker, or roulette, Wildz will park Kiwis around virtual tables that live dealers man. Remain in your onesie to enjoy a brick-and-mortar casino atmosphere from your comfort zone. Live casino has no demo games.
• Table games: This appetising range has the usual suspects — baccarat, blackjack, and roulette. Video poker exists but, regrettably, it’s sparse. When we took a sneak peek, we could only find the Aces & Eights thumbnail. Wildz adds a new title every week, so Kiwis can look forward to surprises.

Payout Percentages

Also referred to as the return to player (RTP), the payout percentage is the amount Wildz Casino is likely to pay back to gamblers while protecting its profit margin (house edge). Wildz averages around 96.5%, well above the MGA’s minimum of 92%. However, the RTPs vary from types of games to online casinos.

Here’s the Wildz Casino breakdown:

• Pokies: 92%-97%.
• Table games: 99%.
• Video pokies: 95%-97%.

Note: That doesn’t mean every player will enjoy such returns — only the lucky ones.

Loyalty Programme

Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned gambler, Wildz’s rewards programme covers a range of bonuses. That includes a handsome welcome bonus, with a 100% deposit, matched up to $NZ500, and 200 free spins to boot. The casino aligns the allocation of 25 free spins with seven different pokies titles. A second deposit, matched up to 50% up to $NZ500, adds to the excitement.

Wildz has a x35 wagering requirement, which is reasonable compared with other rivals. However, Loyalty+ players are exempt from the bonus and rewards rollover. The operator’s claim to fame is an industry-first mini-slot, Levelz. Every bet each player places moves his or her “progressive bar” until they reach a Levelz to claim free spins. Other bonuses include Cashback, Double Speed, Reload, and Spinback™.

Wildz asking gamblers to share their big ideas is novel and true to their mission statement. We urge Kiwis to read the Bonus T&Cs on the landing page.