Tropicana

Tropicana Atlantic City Online is a licensed and regulated online gambling site based in New Jersey. It operates under a gaming license from the Tropicana Casino & Resort in Atlantic City and opened its virtual doors back in 2013.

Tropicana is one of two sites operating under the same NJ gambling license. Virgin Casino also runs through the Trop’s NJ license. Both are among the safest US online casinos, using reputable software provided by the Gamesys Group.

Tropicana Casino welcome bonus

Tropicana has some of the most varied promotions of all the online casinos in New Jersey. But the standout is the $100 cashback offer available to new players, which has been running successfully for a few years.

Following a deposit of at least $10 and a first wager, new Tropicana customers can receive cashback on losing spins. Cashback is worth up to the value of the first deposit, or $100 max.

New Tropicana customers can also get $100 in Bonus Money just for signing up. The minimum deposit requirement is $10 but Bonus Money itself isn’t redeemable for real money. Instead, you will have to wager any winnings made from the Bonus Money 1x before you can redeem it for real cash.

Who can play at Tropicana Online Casino?

To play at Tropicana NJ, you meet the minimum age for gambling (21+) and be physically located within New Jersey. By state gambling law, the Trop will collect your Social Security number when you sign up, to protect against fraud and underage gambling. You will also need to install a geo-location plugin in order to confirm your whereabouts every time you sign in.

We found the KYC (Know Your Customer) process to be fairly swift and easy. You will have to send in copies of a utility bill/bank statement and passport or driver’s license in order to verify your ID.

You may also send in scans of the front and back of your US debit or credit card. However, this won’t guarantee better card acceptance rates at the Tropicana, which are usually quite low.

Tropicana browser-based casino software

Tropicana online casino operates on a solid, award-winning software platform provided by UK firm, Gamesys.

There’s no need to download a special desktop client at Tropicana online; you can log in to the site via your web browser. You will, however, need to install the latest version of Adobe Flash Player before you play.

If you’ve played at Virgin Casino you will recognize the interface. The tabs are split into slots, casino games, and 90-ball bingo, but keep your eyes open for the treasure chest which displays the current community jackpots.

Tropicana Casino smartphone application

Compared to other NJ online casinos we’ve reviewed, Tropicana has some of the best options for mobile players.

You can download native mobile casino apps for both Apple iOS devices (iOS 6.0+) and Android smartphones (2.3+). The iOS app can be found in the App Store, but you can direct your Android device to the Tropicana Casino and install an app directly from the site.

Not all of the games from the desktop casino have migrated over to the mobile versions yet. However, new slots and table games are being added weekly. You also have the option to download some mobile games directly to your phone for easy access, rather than use a browser every time you play.

You can use the mobile cashier to make payments via your smartphone too.

Games at Tropicana Casino Online

Tropicana online has around 400 slots, table games and bingo on the site. Games are accessed via a simple lobby layout, and most games can be played in Demo or Real Money mode.

But the highlight is the Community Jackpot. When you play any of the linked games, you have a shot at winning a prize.

Bonus games can launch at random, prompting you to elect a treasure chest. As well as winning a prize jackpot yourself, a separate jackpot of equal value is shared among all other gamblers who have wagered in the last hour. This means you can win a share of the jackpot up to an hour after you’ve stopped playing.

There are four community jackpots: Gold ($10,000 seed), Silver ($5,000 seed), Bronze ($1,000 seed), and Green ($500 seed).

As at all other licensed NJ casinos, any wins over $1,200 will be withheld until a Form W-2G is completed.

Online slots

There are close to 180 online slots and progressives at Tropicana. Stakes start low on many slots at just 1 cent a line. Some Gamesys slots are exclusive to the casino but they don’t always match the quality of other titles. The best exclusive game is Wonderland, which carries a six-figure progressive jackpot.

In addition to exclusive slots, there is a range of games comparable with other leading NJ casinos. WMS, NetEnt, and H5G (High 5 Games) provide the bulk of the games, alongside some enjoyable branded slots from the likes of Bally (Anchorman) and IGT (Baywatch).

Where Tropicana NJ really falls down is in its progressive jackpot slots. Considering the diverse range of developers on show, you would expect some more jackpot games in the lobby. Currently, there is just a small handful including Wonderland and Diamond Bonanza.

Featured games:

• Baywatch (IGT)
• Anchorman (Bally)
• Asgardian Stones (NetEnt)
• Wonderland (Gamesys)
• Da Vinci Diamonds (IGT)

Online Video poker

There is a familiar yet unspectacular choice of video poker at Tropicana online casino. IGT’s Game King variants rule the roost here. You can choose from Double Double Bonus Poker or regular Bonus Poker from just $0.50 a hand.

Featured games:

• Jacks or Better
• Triple Play Draw Poker Multi-Hand
• Double Double Bonus Poker

Online Blackjack

NetEnt’s Classic Blackjack, Atlantic City Blackjack, and Single Deck Blackjack can all be played for real money at Trop NJ. Bets start at $1 per hand, but the maximum bet of $5,000 a hand will appeal to the high rollers. Look out too for the High Stakes Blackjack game.

Featured games:

• Classic Blackjack (NetEnt)
• Multihand Blackjack (Gamesys)
• Vegas Downtown Blackjack (Gamesys)

Online Roulette

There are half a dozen roulette variations on the Tropicana casino site. High Stakes Roulette appeals with its $10-$4,000 betting limits and 3D graphics. You can also choose between American and French roulette betting.

At the lower end of the scale, there is Single Zero Roulette with a minimum stake of 10 cents a spin.

Featured games:

• American Roulette
• European Roulette
• French Roulette

Other games

As well as slots, roulette, and blackjack, you can also play craps, baccarat, and Let It Ride for real money at Tropicana NJ. There is a very limited live dealer operation on the site featuring actual mechanical wheels from the Trop floor.

Tropicana Casino 90 Ball Bingo is a real draw for many players. This bingo room was the first to launch online in New Jersey, and there are free games taking place every half hour. Stakes on other bingo games range from $1-$5 and there is a Super Jackpot available to win on every ticket.

VIP program and cashback at Tropicana Casino

Trop Points is the main rewards program at the casino. You will be enrolled as soon as you register an account at the real money online casino.

You earn Trop Points every time you play. For every $15 on bingo, $100 on table games and video poker, or $40 on slots you will earn 1 Trop Point. Points can then be converted into cash at the rate of $0.01 per Trop Point.

The cashback rates aren’t the best in New Jersey, by any stretch, and if you don’t redeem Trop Points within a 90-day period you will lose them.

There are plenty of regular promotions running on the Trop casino site, which go some way toward easing the poor cashback rates. Most involve an amount of Bonus Money which can be earned in return for wagering set amounts on slots, table games, or bingo.

The most valued players at Tropicana Casino can join the VIP Loyalty Program for serious rewards. Regular bonuses are awarded based on play, as well as personalized gifts and birthday presents. You can also claim weekend getaways at Atlantic City’s Tropicana Casino and Resort.

Deposit options at Tropicana Casino

Tropicana is one of the casinos that accepts credit cards. Unfortunately, Visa and MasterCard rejection rates at Tropicana have been notoriously high for some time, but NJ banks are slowly updating their policies to allow gambling payments. TD Bank now allows use of their cards for deposits at Tropicana Casino. In fact, there are now around 11 NJ banks who allow deposits at Tropicana NJ including PNC Bank, Valley National, and Green Dot Bank.

A better option than using your Mastercard or Visa card at the casino is to use the ACH/Instant e-Check payment method, which allows you to move cash directly from your bank account. Tropicana has changed its provider to VIP Preferred, which is accepted at most NJ casinos. You will need a valid driver’s license as proof of identity.

NETELLER is no longer available in New Jersey as of June 11, 2019. Skrill is currently the only e-Wallet accepted at Tropicana Casino. There is also a complete lack of cryptocurrency options, but you can find a list of crypto-friendly casinos here.

Available deposit methods:

• ACH/Instant e-Check
• Online bank transfer
• VISA
• MasterCard
• Skrill
• PayNearMe
• Casino Cage at Tropicana Atlantic City

Withdrawal options at Tropicana Casino

You can withdraw funds from your Tropicana NJ account quickly and safely. Withdrawals are fast compared to other casinos in the state at 1-3 business days. Physical checks can take weeks, and the minimum cashout request for a check is $20.

In most cases you can only withdraw funds via the same method you used to make your deposit. Luckily, Tropicana accepts e-Wallet payments, and they are a reliable and recommended method to use for deposits and cashouts.

If you made a deposit using ACH/Instant e-Check, debit/credit card, bank transfer, or PayNearMe, you can only withdraw via ACH. The maximum withdrawals of $5,000 per transaction are large, however.

If you want instant access to your money, and live near Atlantic City, you can withdraw cash in person at the Casino Cage at the Tropicana Casino and Resort.

Available withdrawal methods:

• Instant e-Check (ACH)
• Check
• Skrill
• Casino Cage at the Tropicana Casino and Resort

Tropicana customer support

Tropicana is one of the few NJ casinos that has truly 24-hour customer service. We found the Live Chat support to be helpful and friendly, and the toll-free phone line is equally responsive.

Live chat: 24 hours
Email: On-site form
Phone: 1-844-737-7615

Tropicana online casino history overview

Tropicana has been a gambling landmark in Atlantic City for decades. It’s one of the largest resorts in New Jersey, with a 200,000 square foot entertainment complex and casino.

After a buyout by Columbia Sussex in 2007, Tropicana Entertainment LLC was created. It now operates casinos in New Jersey and Nevada, as well as Louisiana, Missouri, and Mississippi. Tropicana Entertainment itself was taken over in 2018 by Eldorado Resorts, who are now in talks to acquire Caesars.

Tropicana Online Casino launched in 2013 as one of the first legalized online gaming sites in New Jersey. It’s powered by Gamesys, a UK software giant that also runs Virgin Casino. Under the shared NJ license, Virgin Casino also operates a comparable online casino in New Jersey, which is another of the most trusted gambling sites.