How we rate & review iGaming sites and video games
We, at p2gamer.com, want to be a reference site for the comparison of bookmakers, casinos and all kinds of gaming reviews. To earn your trust, we believe it is essential to be completely transparent about how we structure our content.
We review any site and game impartially and objectively, testing it firsthand. Below, we want to show how we work and what aspects we consider in our research and content writing phase.
Our iGaming sites evaluation criteria
What does it mean, exactly, to evaluate the safety of a casino, a bookmaker’s bonus or a game’s feature? In addition to the purely playful aspect of a gaming room, there are many nuances to take into account, which sometimes an inexperienced or novice user is not able to grasp.
Below we show you in more detail everything we consider when we write our reviews and comparisons.
| Ranking criteria | Factors we consider | Final score |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | Licensing and security measures | From 0 to 5 |
| Return to Player (RTP) | Payout percentage | From 0 to 5 |
| Payment methods | Variety and speed | From 0 to 5 |
| Customer Support | Availability and helpfulness | From 0 to 5 |
| Bonuses and promotions | Value and terms | From 0 to 5 |
| Game Diversity | Variety and quality | From 0 to 5 |
| Mobile Apps | Usability and features | From 0 to 5 |
| Responsible Gaming | Tools and resources | From 0 to 5 |
Safety and Security
Security is a central element in our iGaming reviews. We investigate certifications and licenses to ensure that these have been issued by respected organizations and regulators. We also verify the strength of encryption systems and the provenance of software from reputable developers.
Return to Player Percentages
Each game must display its return to player (RTP) rate, indicating the average payout percentage and the amount players can expect to win back. A high average RTP in a casino is indicative of a fair distribution of winnings. At P2Gamer we look at these rates and analyze whether they are actually met.
Payment Methods
A reputable iGaming website should offer secure, varied and user-friendly payment methods. Deposit and withdrawal transactions should be streamlined to ensure players have quick access to real money games and their winnings. A wide selection of payment methods is essential for a good casino reputation.
Customer Support
Support should be accessible through user-preferred communication channels, including live chat, telephone and email. Professionalism and friendliness of operators are essential. We evaluate casinos’ customer service by testing their response time and service efficiency.
Bonuses and other promotions
Promotions, bonuses and giveaways represent a crucial factor when reviewing a gambling or a gaming site. A reliable casino offers promotions with realistic and easy to fulfill terms. At P2Gamer it is our duty to check the wagering requirements of bonuses, especially no deposit bonuses, to make sure they are not disproportionate.
Game Diversity
Reputable gaming sites provide a wide range of games certified by various software companies, including options for all wagering levels. In addition, the variety of these is also very important, as each user is different. We take all the above into account in our blog posts and reviews.
Mobile Apps
Responsive gambling apps and platforms for mobile devices should offer the same game variants and functionalities as the desktop versions. At P2Gamer we test on a variety of smartphones and tablets to assess usability and see, for example, if games load quickly.
Responsible Gaming
Responsible iGaming sites offer tools and resources to help prevent problem gambling, including educational information and links to support organizations for problem gamblers. At p2gamer.com we look at whether sites offer any help or advice on these issues.
How we review video games
In our review process we always keep in mind an appropriate evaluation yardstick. To evaluate a game, we take into account the gameplay, the general gaming experience, the fun and the intrinsic difficulty of the game.
However, the point that is most important to us (when present) is the narrative strength of the story. As explained in our mission, we unite the iGaming world with the video gaming one, to keep the mood of our website constant we always have a special eye on good stories.
Here, we outline in more detail all the factors we take into account for our reviews:
| Ranking criteria | Factors we consider | Final score |
|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | Mechanics and controls | From 1 to 10 |
| Gaming experience | Immersion and engagement | From 1 to 10 |
| Is it fun? | Enjoyment and replayability | From 1 to 10 |
| Game difficulty | Challenge and balance | From 1 to 10 |
| Game design | Visuals and aesthetics | From 1 to 10 |
| Game story | Plot and character development | From 1 to 10 |
Our votes have an exact meaning and are explained below:
- Pure garbage: A rating dedicated to games that are simply unplayable and should not be recommended at all costs, garbage beyond any imaginable evaluation.
- Garbage: Unplayable game with a distant (poorly developed) underlying idea, purchase is not recommended.
- Poor in content: Game with a basic idea but poorly developed and bordering on unplayable.
- It left us speechless: The idea is there but it needs to be worked on a lot more, it could be interesting from some points of view.
- Adequate: Playable, worth a chance (if you like the genre).
- Sufficient: A game worthy of attention, it can improve over time.
- Good: A game with interesting development that deserves attention and a focus on development.
- Excellent: It borders on perfection, apart from a few small flaws it is a game that must be had at all costs in its genre.
- Stunning: A game that is simply at the top of its category and is a “must buy”.
- Pure excellence: A game that changes the fate of its generation and surpasses other titles in terms of innovation and/or power. Simply a title to know and discover at all costs.
Your opinion is important
Each member of our team works hard to review the games and iGaming sites on our pages in the most professional, accurate, and honest way. But we firmly believe that your opinion is what matters most. The public is the real protagonist, it is the players who determine the success and establish what works and what doesn’t.
For this reason, do not hesitate to write to us through our contact page and report a problem, a possible error we have made or simply ask us a question: we will be happy to answer and help you! You can also join the P2Gamer community by visiting our membership page and subscribing to our newsletter.