For a time, Goldrun Casino didn't operate a mobile site or any apps before this Canada review was undertaken. Consequently, review readers and any other users must play on a desktop PC or laptop. Thankfully, the issue was addressed and Goldrun Casino is now compatible on mobile devices.
When researching this topic for our review, we found that Goldrun was compatible with both Android and iOS through the native web browsers on each operating system. No installation was required, with Goldrun not dependent on any apps. If anything, the mobile interface was visually superior to the desktop experience, even if it did lack in gaming options compared to the desktop lobby.
Here, we have another disappointment to report, with Goldrun Casino not hosting any live dealer tables when this Canada review was performed. The only on-site alternative is to play virtual casino tables instead, but why not click here to search for Canada casino sites that do have live dealer tables.
Without any live dealers to review, we can only recommend the virtual tables that are accessible at Goldrun Casino. In European Blackjack, players can utilise features such as insurance, split, double-down and even money. As for wagering, there are blackjack tables that can accept low, standard or high bets.
As for roulette, the European version is more favourable than the American rules, based on the payout percentage of 97.30% being superior compared to 94.74%. Visually, the roulette wheels are designed to impress and the betting functions are easily accessible across the table. Aside from betting for even money, users can stake for splits, streets, corners, lines, columns, dozens and more.
A selection of HPG slots are available exclusively for Goldrun Casino players. While they lack polish compared to the slots of the higher-profile developers, these games are exclusive and include Club Vegas, Easy Rider, Bars & Sevens, Chinatown, Darts Champion, Opera, Jolly Joker, Club Havana, Bella Italia, Royal Diamonds, Taxi Driver, The Odyssey and Red Hot Sevens.
Some renowned video slots have been introduced to Goldrun over the years, with the examples being Avalon 2, Battlestar Galactica, Forsaken Kingdom, Highlander, Silver Lioness 4x, The Heat is On, Titans of the Sun, Gonzo's Quest, Secrets of Atlantis, Lost Island, Dazzle Me, Celestial King, Rainbow Riches, Electric Sam, Foxin' Wins, Medusa, Kronos, Gypsy Rose and Sin City Nights.
Keno is surprisingly well-curated and there are several options available. Among them are Triple Diamond Keno, Keno +2 Ball, Multi Progressive Keno, Joker Bonus Keno, Hot Spot Keno, Keno Bear, Keno King and several other variants.
Goldrun Casino Canada maintained a high payout percentage across the platform, though some games did perform above average during the review:
In our media review of Goldrun Casino, we found no progressive jackpot stories. All we know is that the online casino has Microgaming's Mega Moolah progressive jackpot slot, which has helped tens of players to become millionaires over the past decade. The most impressive win occurred in September 2018 when a user won the equivalent of $29.6 million in CAD.
Only a couple of progressive jackpot slots have been developed by Holland Power Gaming (HPG) thus far. Rio Carioca attempts to channel the carnival atmosphere enjoyed in Brazil, Thai Paradise embraces the beauty of Southeast Asia and The Return of Dracula gets edgy with the world's best-known vampire.
When we arrived to review Goldrun Casino Canada, we realised that the 150% welcome bonus and 20 no deposit free spins were available in CAD. After checking with the cashier, we saw that paysafecard, Skrill, Neteller, Trustly, VISA, and MasterCard were hosted as the primary payment methods.
Although permitting minimum deposits of $10, the lowest threshold for a withdrawal is $15. And it's also curious that Goldrun Casino feels the need to apply a $1.50 charge on each pay-out. While deposits are processed instantly, it can take up to three days to withdraw funds by credit card or eWallet.
Withdrawals are limited to $50,000 per calendar week and can be denied if players fail their security review. To avoid this pitfall, players should provide proof of identity whenever requested by Goldrun Casino. Most commonly, this occurs on a first withdrawal but can also happen on future transactions.
Goldrun Casino has a less active customer support team compared to other Canada sites frequented by our review readers. With no live chat function provided, Goldrun promises to respond to enquiries within 24 hours. For perspective, it's worth remembering that some online casinos provide 24-hour live chat support. With Goldrun, however, review readers must settle for a contact form.
Better can be said of the written information supplied by Goldrun. The ideal starting point would be the FAQs, which can answer questions on registering, games, connection, payments, privacy and bonus funds. Additionally, there are responsible gaming measures in the form of deposit limits, loss limits cooling-off periods, and self-exclusion.
Goldrun Casino Canada has promised to manage players' information according to its MGA licence. Security must also apply to payment and our review found that Goldrun was operating securely with 256-bit RSA encryption. We confirmed this setup from a security certificate supplied by Sectigo at the time of this review. What we don't know is the name of the agency responsible for testing Goldrun's software, as it hasn't been revealed by the operator.
HPG Interactive Malta Ltd is the owner-operator of the Goldrun Casino Canada brand and the holder of the MGA licence the site operates with. In researching this review, we believe that Goldrun was opened in 2013. Visually, Goldrun could do with modernisation, while it also lacks live chat and live dealers - both features that modern sites can provide.
Goldrun has divided opinion in the market and been blacklisted with one casino review portal while being praised by another. Complaints typically focus on the no deposit bonus, with some players not receiving either the $2.50 credit or the free spins. We can advise review readers to contact the MGA if Goldrun reneges on any promises that aren't fulfilled.
Goldrun Casino only appears to restrict a small number of nations and regions, with no deposit transactions permitted from the following: Asia, Belgium, Italy, Netherlands, New South Wales (Australia), Romania, Schleswig-Holstein (Germany), Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK (inclusive of overseas territory), US (inclusive of overseas territory).
Initially, we must highlight that French-Canadians can change the language by using the flag button in the bottom left corner of the Gold Run Casino Canada homepage. Additionally, deposits, bonus offers and no deposit free spins can all be processed in CAD, even if the banking options could be expanded to include Instadebit, Interac and other domestic options that appeal to our review readers.
Casino Goldrun has some good features to build from, with registrations completed swiftly and under the protection of cutting-edge encryption, which also applies on deposits and withdrawals. Moreover, there's the early offer of 20 free spins and the ability to deposit and receive a 150% bonus up to $100 in CAD.
On balance, however, Goldrun is lagging behind contemporary casino sites in that the platform is not yet compatible on smartphones or tablets and that there isn't any live dealer software. Those are two features that must be integrated if Goldrun Casino is to improve on this review.