Hey, ever wonder what those casino bonuses are all about? They’re like a little thank you from casinos for joining the crew or chucking some cash into your account. Sometimes, they even toss in something extra if you use a certain way to pay or give their support team a buzz.
Rewind to the late 90s, casinos were dishing out these bonuses to stand out from the crowd and get folks comfy with the whole online betting scene. It might seem a bit daft now, but back then, the internet was like the wild west to many, and trust was thin on the ground. As players got savvier and bonuses became the norm, casinos noticed their cash starting to dwindle. Back in the day, there weren’t any rules to stop players from gaming the system and cashing out big time.
To keep things on the level while still giving players a fair go, casinos tightened up the rules around withdrawing bonuses. They introduced wagering requirements, meaning you couldn’t just grab your bonus and run without having a punt first. Sure, it’s not a flawless system, but it keeps the game interesting and stops the casinos from being taken to the cleaners as players deposit more in the hope of meeting those requirements