Editor's Note: In August 2023, Fanatics purchased PointsBet USA. Rebranded as βPointsBet, a Fanatics Experience,β it now operates the sportsbook and Fanatics Casino in select states, including Michigan. The casino will likely be live in February 2024.
An Australian company founded in 2015, PointsBet initially made a name for itself on the back of its innovative sports betting technology and products. This includes the development of "PointsBetting," a dynamic betting format that rewards players based on how the exact outcome of the result they're betting on (i.e., how narrowly or closely a team covers the spread).
The folks at PointsBet first launched their gaming and sports betting platforms in the U.S. in 2019 and quickly elevated their profile as a major player in the online gambling world. In August 2020, the company struck a massive 5-year deal to be the official sports betting partner of NBC.
While they may be more well-known for their sportsbook, Pointsbet's platform is gaining popularity β and it's not hard to see why. Looking at PointsBet, the selection of games is carefully curated, the user experience is very player-friendly and both the browser and app experience are smooth, responsive and (mostly) glitch-free. And operating under the Michigan Gaming Control Board, security, privacy and banking all meet very high standards.
With all that said, let's talk about what players can expect when they create a PointsBet Casino account.
Anyone 21 or older and located in Michigan is eligible to play the full suite of games at PointsBet Casino Michigan. During registration, you'll go through a fairly simple vetting process to verify your age. Anytime you log on to play, geo-location software will check that you're in a location where the PointsBet is legally operating.
Signing up for PointsBet Casino Michigan is quick and easy, with the process only taking a few minutes or less for most players. To get started, click on a PointsBet link on this page to navigate to the operator's website. Alternatively, you could download the app from the Google Play store or Apple store, depending on the operating system of your device, but you might find it easier to register on your laptop and then download the app to your mobile later. Your login details remain the same no matter which device you use.
Once you're on the PointsBet MI casino site, you'll see a prompt to create your account. You'll need to enter some personal and verification information (such as the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number), then read through and agree to the terms and conditions. After that, your account should be up and running.
Before you start playing, pay close attention to the listed stakes or bet amounts for any game you're considering. And read through the specific rules for any game before you put your money down β you want to be 100% sure of what you're getting into and have a thorough understanding of how the game is played. Once you do all that, you're ready to play for real money. You will need to fund your account first, which brings us to...
The online banking options at PointsBet are similar to what you'd find at others, though they'll need to add more to get on level footing. Still, from trusted digital payment methods to more traditional bank transfers, you shouldn't have any problem getting money into or out of your account.
To make a deposit, you can choose the option(s) you're most familiar or comfortable with, select a deposit amount (minimum deposit is $5 for any payment method) and you'll be good to go. The money will be available in your account immediately and ready to use.
When you want to make a withdrawal, you've got a few options at your disposal, hopefully with more to be added soon. Whatever you choose, you should expect to have your money within 2-5 days, though many transactions (particularly smaller ones) will be processed and paid out much faster.
Although there isn't a rewards program in place for the PointsBet, there is one for their online sportsbook. We don't have any inside scoop or additional information, but this does suggest there's potential for expanding the rewards program to credit users for playing slots, table games and other casino offerings. We'll keep our eyes peeled for any updates or changes, so check back here for all the latest information.
Working with Evolution Gaming, PointsBet recently launched a variety of live dealer games, including craps, baccarat, roulette, several varieties of blackjack and more. With Evolution Gaming being the live gaming partner for many operators, they've built a reputation for a quality product with excellent performance. The video feeds are smooth and clear, with little to no lag or slowdown (assuming you have a solid internet connection, of course). The menus and chat system are easy to navigate, and you can adjust settings and options without any trouble.
You got the quick overview in the table of available games above, but let's go into a bit more detail on what casino games players can actually expect when they sit down at virtual slots or table games. We'll go over different versions of games, rule variations, betting minimums and more.
Looking at all of the gaming options discussed above, what really stands out is the overall quality and performance. Clearly, a lot of care and thought went into the development of all the games you'll find at PointsBet Casino Michigan. As long as you have a good internet connection and a fairly modern computer or device, you won't have any trouble playing. We should mention that there's no dropoff in quality when you use the PointsBet Casino mobile app. All of the same games, options and features are present, there, too.
We've given our opinion on the variety of slots you can play in the PointsBet but let's take an even more in-depth look at some of the most popular options.
88 Fortunes
This interesting and popular game revolves around the number eight, which is considered a lucky number in Chinese culture. Pay lines only move from left to right, and Fortune Coins and dragon symbols help players unlock jackpots, extra spins and more.
Butterfly Staxx
Butterfly Staxx gives offers players an idyllic, almost dreamlike design, with shimmering flowers and floating butterflies against a starry night sky. The five-reel, four-row game includes wild symbols, re-spins and special butterfly bonus spins.
300 Shields Extreme
This Spartan-themed game puts you in Ancient Greece, first experiencing peaceful landscapes and beautiful fields before special bonus games drop you in the middle of the Battle of Thermopylae. Not surprisingly, some bonuses are built around the number 300.
Fruit Shop Megaways
This callback to classic slots has a colorful, vibrant theme, including bonus spins for fruit symbols and wilds to help you make matches. If you're ready to dig in, you can play up to 15 pay lines across five reels and three rows. There are also 2x multipliers and match bonuses for extra spins, too.
Fortune Coin
Gold dragons, statues and koi fish make up the regal Eastern theme of this five-reel, three-row game. Some of the key features are Fortune Coins and dragon symbols, which unlock jackpots, extra spins and more.
To summarize our PointsBet Casino Michigan review, this is a well-designed, smooth-running, rapidly growing platform that we're happy to recommend. Although we'd love to see more variety in the types and versions of games offered, everything you can find on the website or in the app looks and plays great. And the options that are here do include most of the highest-rated, popular games that players look for β so both recreational and more serious gamblers won't be left wanting. (Unless they're hunting for more obscure games, of course.)
The layout, navigation and menus in both the mobile and desktop experience are very player-friendly and easy to understand. You won't have any trouble browsing a given type of game or finding a game you played before and enjoyed. Managing your PointsBet Casino account is a breeze, and the customer service team is very fast and responsive if you do have any concerns or issues.
PointsBet could stand to offer a few more online banking options, but we didn't have any trouble using the payment methods already in place. Safety policies and protocols meet all the standards put in place by the Michigan Gaming Control Board, and complaints about information privacy or online security are few and far between.
The responsively built PointsBet Casino website is designed to adjust to your screen size and resolution, so it looks great on small laptop screens and big widescreen monitors alike. The simple, straightforward design works well in any modern browser, and you're not missing out on anything if you choose the site over the app. The games, features and options are the same either way.
Echoing what we just said about the website, the PointsBet Casino app looks and performs well on almost any modern device, whether you're an Apple or Android user. You can find all of the same casino games in the app as you can on the website, including all of the live dealer games. Sure, the information onscreen and the layout is condensed a bit, but it's still just as easy to navigate and find the games or options you're looking for.
In the end, you'll be satisfied with either the app or browser experience, but there's no reason not to download the app and have the option to game on the go.
What People Are Saying:
What People Are Saying:
Data privacy and security are a priority at PointsBet Casino Michigan. Every transaction is SSL-encrypted, and their software is always monitoring for suspicious activity to help protect your account. If you ever do have an issue or concern about your account, the PointsBet team is quick to respond and will work with you to solve any problems that come up. So long as you don't share your account information, you should feel confident that your information and money are safe. PointsBet has dedicated staff working on preventative measures to keep hackers and other bad actors at bay.
The customer support team at PointsBet gets high marks from us for their speedy and helpful responses. Beyond a thorough and neatly organized FAQ section, you can reach a representative by either email or live chat. The live chat feature is available for 12 hours a day, overlapping with business hours in North America.
The wait times for live chat are minimal, and every person we spoke to was polite, helpful and knowledgeable about the product. Take a look through some of PointsBet's reviews, and you'll find many examples of people sharing very positive customer service experiences.
As we alluded to early on, PointsBet has a fairly well-known sports betting platform, which you can actually find on the same website and in the same app as the casino. Funds can be shared for both sports betting and casino games.
Whether you choose to gamble at PointsBet Casino Michigan or anywhere else, it's important to remember that real money gaming should be viewed first and foremost as a form of entertainment. Regulated by the Michigan Gaming Control Board, the PointsBet Casino is committed to responsible gambling. And every new member goes through an extensive vetting process to make sure they're 21 or older. If you don't meet that requirement, you won't even be able to create an account.
Additionally, both the software and the staff are monitoring for signs of compulsive behavior or problem gambling. In fact, PointsBet offers tools that allow players to self-impose limits on the amount they can deposit, bet or lose in a given timeframe. From anywhere in the app or on the site, you can also easily find the contact information for both state and national resources that can help with problem gambling.
As we said in the summary above, the PointsBet Casino Michigan is a destination any online gambling fan will want to check out. A growing selection of games, combined with great performance and customer service, makes for a fun and rewarding experience. With an industry-leading software design, recreational gamblers and seasoned players alike will be able to find something they enjoy.
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Author
Tom Ober is a professional writer living in New Hampshire. An avid Boston sports fan, he's rooted with his heart (and wallet) for the local teams for many years. When he's not stationed in front of a game on the TV, he's probably playing Gin Rummy or a video game that's roughly 30-40 years old.
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