Graphically, the site is slightly low-key, featuring Java-based games. This means that you don’t have to download the games on to your hard-drive, but you are warned to clear your list of temporary Internet sites and your browsers cache – which to some will be almost as much of a pain as downloading games.

Although there are no signup bonuses, Vip offer $25 bonus for every recommendation you make that signs up for an account, and there’s also a $100 random draw every month. There is a loyalty program called 'VIP Rewards', which also applies to the companion sites – useful if you’re going to make use of the sportsbook vipsports.com, or the dedicated soccer sportsbook, vipsoccer.com

So what are the games like?

There are a good variety of slots, including Fastball – a baseball themed 3 reel slot and Touchdown – a 5-reel slot based on NFL.

Other games are well represented, with some of the new additions being Keno, Let it ride Poker and Rogers Lottery, along with staples like Roulette. I personally liked the Blackjack: The dealer hits soft 17, but the player can double on any of the first two cards and double after splitting pairs. Insurance is available.

Gaming Rules are always a click away and clearly marked, and site navigation is excellent - the software includes a 'Transaction History' which shows the deposits and withdrawals that you make in your account.

The minimum purchase when using MasterCard or Visa is $50 and the maximum is $500, though arrangements can be made for larger deposits.

All in all, VIP is a good one-stop shop for those who like both casinos and sportsbooks, with great loyalty bonuses.