Online casino lobbies offers casinos their first chance at really grabbing the attention of a gamer. Potential players will have just downloaded the casino and the impression a casino lobby makes will make or break the casino. If an online casino offers a garish, off-putting lobby then players are less likely to bet there, however, if a casino offers a visually pleasing lobby, then players are attracted to the idea of gaming there. As you can imagine, online casino lobbies can make or break a casino, so due care must be taken to ensure they get it right.
First time players may find it difficult to distinguish between one lobby and another, particularly if they share the same software provider, however, we have compiled a list of key casino software providers and what you can expect to find each online casino. You’ll find below general information about what you can expect from different casino lobbies, as well as an example lobby for each software provider.
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Microgaming Casino Lobby
When you open a Microgaming powered online casino you will be asked to log in, next, depending on which casino you are on, you will be greeted with a lobby interface. Of our featured casinos, 4 are powered by Microgaming; 32Red, Jackpot City, Ladbrokes and Spin Palace.
A key feature of Microgaming powered casinos is the ability to change the feel of the lobby: By clicking "change view", players are treated to two lobby variations. Another impressive feature of the lobby is the "What's This?" button located near the description of each game. Below, you’ll find a screenshot and brief review of the 32Red Casino lobby.
32Red Casino Lobby
32Red offer a vibrant and unsurprisingly, red, lobby that lists all the games available to players. On the right of the lobby you will notice a large menu bar, which features icons indicating each link. Here you can find out about casino promotions, banking and contact help. Alternatively, you can change the view of the lobby so all game options are neatly listed and split into corresponding sections. If you’re looking for a specific game, such as a fruit machine or roulette variation, then this feature is a great help.
Playtech Casino Lobby
We feature quite a few Playtech powered online casinos, which goes to show that they’re a force to be reckoned with and can certainly give the granddaddies of software such as Microgaming a run for their money.
Playtech software allows online casino operator to create lobbies that present the glitz and glamour of the casino world, so once you’ve logged into to a Playtech powered online casino expect to depictions of the fun players can have whilst gambling.
While Playtech powered lobbies used to be considered rather drab, as you can see from our example lobby, this is no longer the case. With bright and bold imagery, as well as easy to understand navigation options, you’re sure to find a Playtech powered casino an enjoyable gaming environment.
Casino Tropez Lobby
The Casino Tropez lobby is bold, vibrant and informative. On the left hand side of the screen you’ll find your current casino balance, as well as a link to the Cashier for when you need to deposit extra funds or withdraw winnings. On the right hand side of the lobby you’ll find the game menus: Each game is split into corresponding categories, so if you’re looking for a game such as roulette, you’ll find it in the “Table Games” section. Similarly, all of the slot machines at Casino Tropez are split into per payline categories, so whether you prefer one armed bandits or 50 lines slots, you’re sure to easily find one which is perfect for you.
Cryptologic Casino Lobby
Cryptologic offer some of the best lobby suites around and their easy to understand and stylish interface comes highly recommended. Of our featured casinos, both Intercasino and CasinoJoy are Cryptologic powered online casinos, but as any player at both will tell you, their lobbies differ greatly.
Online casinos which wish to create a gaming experience which is both unique and interesting often head to Cryptologic, as they are one of the few software providers which can successfully create a casino centred around such flairs of creativity. For our example, we’ve focused on the Intercasino lobby, which is both easy to navigate around and visually pleasing.
Intercasino Lobby
Heralded the UK's favourite online casino, newcomers to Intercasino will obviously have high expectations, thankfully Intercasino don’t disappoint. After entering your log in details, players are taken to the lobby, which is an image of a bricks and mortar casino from the '"eye in the sky" point of view. On the bottom left hand side of the screen you can access the main game menu, which splits off into various sections for games such as slots, roulette, blackjack and craps. On the right hand side, you’ll also find information about the current bonuses on offer at Intercasino, including their welcome bonus.
Real Time Gaming Casino Lobby
As soon as you log in to a Real Time Gaming online casino you are greeted with a sharp and sleek interface which will even appeal to gamers who think they have seen it all before. RTG are relatively unknown to new players, but those in the know enjoy superb treatment, quality games and more importantly, an impressive lobby.
Of our featured casinos, both Rushmore Casino and Cherry Red Casino are powered by RTG. For our casino lobby example, we’ll be focusing on Cherry Red Casino, however, do bear in mind you can also access this casino through a browser-based version, as well as the download version.
Cherry Red Casino Lobby
Once you’re in the Cherry Red Casino lobby, you can easily access popular casino games, including; slots, blackjack, roulette, video poker and craps. You can also return to games you’ve previously played, this option is located just below the aforementioned “Quick Links” category. On the right hand side of the screen you can access all of the games available at Cherry Red, as well as find out about the latest promotions and tournaments. As you can see from our screenshot, Cherry Red offers a notably stylish casino lobby and offers bold and bright buttons which allow you to access various parts of the casino.
Rival Casino Lobby
Rival powered online casinos prefer simple and clear-cut designs, with the games being the main focus of the lobby. This makes sense, but avid online gamers will know that certain casino lobbies contain so much 'flair' and style that the quality of their layout is somewhat compromised and can become incredibly maze-like. Unfortunately, Rival powered online casinos such as Cocoa Casino, don’t slip into the trap of style over substance.
Cocoa Casino Lobby
Fitting with the overall style of the casino (as well as it’s name), the Cocoa Casino lobby is a rich and sumptuous affair, offering rich background colours and gold menu bars which highlight various parts of the casino, including games, bonuses and other promotions. At the bottom of the lobby you’ll also find your account balance and a link to the cashier. Similarly, at the top of the page you can access the casino settings, which allow you to change the speed of the casino, as well as the background sounds.
Chartwell Casino Lobby
Chartwell powered casinos are browser based as opposed to download, so the casino lobby is actually the website and vice versa. However, just as casino lobbies contain all of the information you’ll ever need to know about the casino, Chartwell powered casino websites are just the same: On the site you’ll find relevant bonuses and promotions, as well as informative help sections and access to the cashier.
Of our featured casinos, Coral Casino is powered by Chartwell, so we’ll give you a run-down of what to expect when you visit the Coral Casino website and how you can treat the site as you would any other casino lobby.
Coral Casino Lobby
Coral Casino favours a dark coral blue interface and is an entirely browser based affair. What this means for the player is that you are simply using a website to access games. However, the site can be treated like a lobby: At the top of the page you can find out about the latest bonuses and promotions. Similarly, just as casino lobbies have the “Featured Games” section, you can access Coral Casino’s featured games from the site. If you are looking for a quick and easy way to access casino games, then Coral casino is for you.
About the Casino Lobby
An online casino lobby allows you to comfortably and quickly access all the sections of an online casino, including the cashier, support and of course, casino games. While you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, if you find a casino which has a lobby which really catches your eye, chances are it could easily become your favourite place to play.
More Information
A good casino lobby will show you your favourite games, any new games the casino might have and promotions, so you can easily navigate your way around the casino. In most of our featured online casinos you can alter the way the lobby looks, allowing you freedom to pick what you want to see when you open the casino and in turn, what you don't.
