Sophie is one of our contributors at Time2play, reviewing online video slots for our American readers. She brings a fresh take to content writing, drawing on her previous experience in marketing to deliver well-written reviews with a strong focus on quality and data, ensuring our readers get the full low down on each game.
While in marketing, Sophie worked on everything from idea conceptualization to copywriting, before moving on to Account Management and taking on a front-facing role with clients. After that, she found her way to iGaming and Time2play.
About Sophie Pace
She has a keen eye for detail, and marketing helped her learn to analyze the nitty gritty details, figuring out what works and what doesn’t. She can spot when a casino or a game is just dressing something up to look pretty, and when it truly has something special.
When she’s not writing slot reviews, Sophie can either be found in the kitchen perfecting her baking, curled up with a stack of books, or enjoying a coffee with friends.
Professional journey
Freelance Writer — Time2play
2024 - Present
Account Manager — Blonde and Giant
2023 - 2023
Marketing Executive — Blonde and Giant
2022 - 2023
Digital Creative Executive — Blonde and Giant
2021 - 2022
Education
English MCLC (M.A.) — University of Malta
2018 - 2020
English (B.A.) — University of Malta
2014 - 2017
Recent pieces
To learn more about the Flaming Hot slot, this review is the place. I’ll be covering the slot’s RTP and volatility, the bonus features, payouts, and the different symbols. At the end, I also explain how to play the slot and how it works.
My Big Bass Football Bonanza slot covers the RTP, volatility, its bonus features, symbols, and payouts. I also explain how the slot works and what you need to do to start playing.
Lucky Bunny offers players a great sweeps experience. It’s got a great design and gives players access to thousands of games along with enticing achievements and promotions.
My Immortal Romance Vein of Gold slot review breaks down the slot’s RTP and volatility, along with its bonus features, symbols, and their payouts. At the end of the review, I’ll also explain how the slot’s mechanics work and how to play.
I discuss all there is to know about the Age of the Gods Norse: Gods and Giants slot. You’ll read about the slot’s RTP, volatility, bonus features, and even its symbols and payouts. Plus, I’ll also explain the slot’s mechanics and how to play.
I unpack all the details on the Immortal Romance Mega Moolah slot. That includes the slot’s RTP, its volatility, bonus features, symbols, and payouts. I also explain how the slot works and how to get started.
In this slot review of Stormcraft Studio’s Immortal Romance Sarah’s Secret, I’ll break down the game’s slot RTP, volatility, payouts, and all the bonus features. I’ll also explain how to get started playing the game and how it works.
My Vegas Night Life slot review breaks down the key elements of this slot. I discuss the slot’s RTP, volatility, bonus features, and the symbols and their respective payouts. Plus, I explain how to get started playing the slot and how it works.
My Crab Trap slot review covers the slot’s RTP, the bonus features, and all its symbols and payouts. I’ll also explain how the game works and how to get started.
In this 9 Blazing Diamonds slot review, I unpack the slot’s RTP, its bonus features, and the symbols with their potential payouts. I also explain how to play the slot and how it works.
To gain a deeper understanding of what Kalshi is and how it works, check out our Kalshi review.
SweepSpot offers a sweet and simple sweepstakes experience. It offers a much more stripped back approach compared with other names on the market, but it’s got a little bit of everything, which puts it on the right track.
In my Super Sally’s Shrimpmania slot review, you’ll read about the slot’s RTP, its bonus features, and the symbols and their payouts. Plus, I’ll be explaining how to get started and how to play.
BananaBets offers a playful social casino experience, with a decent selection of games and a welcoming set of promos.
I was expecting more overall when it came to WinPanda. What’s good is good, but there’s a lot that I felt needed more attention and refinement.
Big Fish Casino is a good contender for a social casino app. If you’re someone who enjoys slots, there are over 100 of them for you to try out here, although be advised that you’ll need to advance your XP level to access many of them. Plus, there are some jackpots too, which are always cool to find.
Card Crush is trying to re-invent the sweepstakes format, so there are some plenty of elements that are similar, with a couple of unique twists. It’s currently only limited to players in 13 states, so if you’re looking for something similar to a social or sweepstakes casino, this might work for you.
Deal or No Deal Win (DONDW) over-delivers in some areas, and under-delivers in others. Overall, I was hoping for more, but I think you can still have a solid gaming experience here.
For fans of the Lobstermania slot series, the Lobstermania Slots app will be a fun choice for a social casino app.
Casino reload bonuses are deposit bonuses that are awarded to existing players, meaning players who have already claimed their welcome bonus and made their first deposit at the casino.
Free casino games are a version of the games you’ll find in online casinos that you can play without using real money. In other words, they’re demos, so instead of playing with your real money, the game gives you free credits, which allows you to play the games.
This Avalon III slot review gives you the lowdown on the third slot in the Avalon series. I cover Avalon III’s slot RTP, its volatility, the features you’ll find, the symbols and payouts, and I’ll explain how the slot works.
BigPirate sweeps casino makes a real first impression if you go by looks. It’s playful, it appears well-crafted, and the theme is consistent throughout the site, making it an immersive sweeps experience.
My Avalon II slot review breaks down the sequel game to Microgaming’s original Avalon slot. I’ll cover Avalon II’s RTP and volatility, its bonus features, the slot’s symbols, and their payouts. I also cover how to get started when it comes to playing the slot.
In my Avalon slot review, you’ll find all the details on the slot’s RTP and volatility, its bonus features, and its symbols and their payouts. Plus, I’ll also explain how the slot works and how to play it.
My slot review of NetEnt’s Twin Spin gives you all the details to help you hit the ground running. I’ll cover Twin Spin’s slot RTP and volatility, its bonus features, and I’ll break down the symbols and their payouts. Lastly, I’ll explain how the slot functions.
My Jingle Balls slot review covers everything you need to know before getting started. I cover the Jingle Balls slot RTP, its volatility, all the bonus features, and even the different symbols and their payouts. Plus, at the end of this review, I break down the basics you need to know to start playing.
My Christmas Krampus slot review will give you the full details to help you find your way with this Light and Wonder game. You’ll find a breakdown on the Christmas Krampus slot RTP, the volatility, the bonus features, and an explanation of the symbols and payouts. At the end, I’ll also explain how the slot works.
The betOcean online casino is a decent choice, and with a land-based casino resort attached, it’s got a name for itself. That being said, it’s not the biggest or strongest online casino on the market.
VegasWay had a strong start in the sweeps world, but there are some areas that need some refining for this sweeps casino to really compete with what’s already on the market.
My Rainbow Riches Reels of Gold comprehensive review takes you through the key areas of the slot. This includes the Rainbow Riches Reels of Gold slot RTP, its volatility, the bonus features available, and its symbols and payouts. I’ll also explain how the slot works and how to play it.
I’ve put together this comprehensive Rainbow Riches slot review to give you all the details you’ll need before trying out this slot game. That includes Rainbow Riches’ slot RTP and volatility, its bonus features, its symbols, and their payouts. I also explain how the slot works and how to play.
My Fishin’ Frenzy slot review covers the slot’s RTP, volatility, the bonus features, and its symbols and payouts. I’ll also explain how the slot works and how to play it.
WW Funcrafters JWA LLC knows how to deliver a great sweeps casino. DimeSweeps is built on the same foundations as its sister casinos, which means thousands of games, quality software providers, weekly promotions, and comfortable payment options.
QuestPlay makes a good first impression with its landing page, thanks to its high-quality visuals. The fantasy adventure theme really works and makes the sweeps casino more engaging, but under the surface, there are areas that need work.
My Reactoonz 100 slot review will cover the important areas of this slot to give you the full picture before you start playing. I’ll discuss the slot’s RTP and its volatility, the bonus features, and its payouts. At the end, I’ll also cover how the slot works and how to get going.
In this Reactoonz 2 slot review, I’ll be covering all the essential details you need to know before diving into the world of toonz. That includes the Reactoonz 2 slot RTP and volatility, its payouts, and all the various bonuses that are available. At the end, I’ll go into how the slot works and how to play it.
In my Reactoonz slot review, I’ll be breaking down the critical areas of this slot, so that you’ll be informed before playing. That includes the Reactoonz slot RTP and volatility, its symbols and payouts, and all the bonus features. Plus, I’ll also explain how the slot works and how to play it.
Lucky.me has a decent sweeps offering, with its cool mint green background and 750+ games. When I tested it, the sweeps casino fared pretty well overall.
In this Wolf Gold Power Jackpot review, I’ll be going through the slot’s RTP and volatility, its bonus features, and the different symbols and payouts. I’ll also break down how the slot works.
LuckyRush sweeps casino makes a good offering as a sweepstakes casino, but there are definitely some areas that can be much better.
In my game review of Hacksaw’s Plinko, I’ll be breaking down the game’s RTP and volatility, the payouts, and how Hacksaw’s version of Plinko is played.
My slot review of NetEnt’s Fruit Shop Megaways breaks down the crucial areas that make up this Megaways slot. That includes the slot RTP and volatility, its bonus features, the symbols, and the different payouts. I’ll also explain how the slot works and how to play.
In my Mighty Black Knight slot review, I’m going to cover the major areas that make up this online slot from Barcrest. That includes the slot RTP and volatility, the bonus features available, and I’ll be going through the symbols and payouts available. Lastly, I’ll cover how the Mighty Black Knight slot works, and even the essential technical features.
In my slot review of BGT’s White Rabbit Megaways, I’m going to cover the key areas of the game to give you a full rundown. This involves covering the RTP and volatility, the bonus features available, and I’ll also go over the symbols and their payouts. At the end of the slot review, I’ll break down how the White Rabbit Megaways slot works.
Jack Hammer is another NetEnt slot that’s packed with super visuals. The comic book illustrations are a unique take that give a cool edge to the slot. There’s not much of a background track to it, other than retro city sounds you’d expect in a cartoon, but that goes with the Jack Hammer vibe.
On the surface, Sweep Las Vegas is a good sweeps casino. 5,000+ games definitely stand out in the crowd, with 34 software providers, and some interesting bonuses. There are a few areas I wasn’t so happy with, however.
Stormrush struck me as a great choice for a sweeps casino. There was a lot that the sweeps casino did really well, but there are some areas that I couldn’t ignore.
Although this slot is a few years old, Guns N’ Roses goes hard when it comes to visuals. The Guns N’ Roses theme is cohesive and present throughout, making its way into the names of bonus features, or on a more subtle level through the roses that wrap around the symbols. You even get a cheering crowd when you land a win.
Visually, Starmania definitely competes with slots on the market today. The space background is pretty, and doesn’t take away from your main focus: the symbols of the game. These are all like jewels; they sparkle and have playful animations when they form part of a win.
Although Splash Coins didn’t have a lot to offer when it comes to games, it’s got good foundations elsewhere.
Good Vibes had a strong offering out of the gate. Over 1,600 games, 20+ providers, cool bonuses, and three virtual coins.
In a lot of ways, Scarlet Sands really impressed me. It’s not perfect, and there’s plenty that needs work, but overall, Scarlet Sands is a great choice for a sweeps casino.
Although it might have seemed like a slow rollout at the start, Bracco casino has set itself up with a strong foundation and has some unique properties for a sweeps casino.
I had high expectations for SweepsRoyal, based on how well its sister casinos performed during their sweeps reviews. I was glad to find this sweeps casino exceeded my expectations by having an even stronger sweeps offering.
Overall, I liked Ace.com. This is a smaller sweeps casino with strong foundations in place, namely its strong security features and its approach to RG and customer support. For newcomers to the sweeps world, this could be a good starting point.
FreeSlotMatch stands out as a fun social casino that’s putting something unique on the market. TaDa Gaming has developed a free tournaments platform that gives players the chance to test out the games. It’s both engaging and effective.
Overall, I enjoyed my time with Hard Rock Bet. It’s a name known worldwide, and its online casino can definitely compete with many of the bigger brands on the market.
SpinQuest has had a strong start on its journey, and while I think there are some areas that can’t be ignored, this sweeps casino still has a lot going for it.
Rich Sweeps had a good game plan when it launched in the market. There are some areas that I think need some tweaking, but the overall offering remains one of the best sweepstakes casinos I’ve encountered.
The general takeaway I got while working on my LuckyStake sweeps review is that it sets a pretty good standard for new sweeps casinos.
There’s a lot to smile about this casino, as my Smiles Casino review will show you. It’s also got a few areas that can be considered as works in progress.
This sweeps casino has a strong start in the market, as my LoneStar casino review will show you. There are a few areas that need refining, so check them out to decide if they’re a deal breaker for you or not.
My general takeaway is that Mega Frenzy can’t compete with some of the bigger sweeps casinos on the market, but it does a lot of things right in its own way.
Rolling Riches offers players a solid sweepstakes casino experience. Although its game library isn’t the biggest on the market, this sweeps casino ticks a lot of the boxes.
There’s a lot to like about SpinBlitz, but before getting into that, I need to clarify that this is a sweepstakes casino, and not a social casino. SpinBlitz defines itself as a social casino in its terms and hides all references to SC from non-members, but after registration, everything becomes available.
My PlayFame sweepstake review has the fine print you need to read before signing up. The first thing you need to know is that although PlayFame calls itself a social casino, it’s actually a sweepstakes casino. This is misleading, especially since it’s listed in the footer and more than once in the terms and conditions.
There are some positive aspects to SweepNext. It’s got an attractive interface, five promo packs, a good sign-up bonus, and of course, live games are always a big plus. Live games aren’t a given at sweeps, and 23 of them is great. I liked the way its 4 promo packs are catered to different player types, I think it’s a clever way to make purchase promos more accessible.
SpeedSweeps had a good launch into the US market. After just a month, it already had 1,500+ games, including some from top providers like Hacksaw Gaming and 3Oaks. This kind of progress gives SpeedSweeps an edge to compete with longer-standing competitors.
If you’re looking for a fun sweepstakes experience that keeps things sweet and simple, Cazino is a good option for you. It has a lot going for it. 1,000+ games, a nice welcome bonus of 20,000 LC and 20 SC, along with a 21-level loyalty program that gives regular rewards. Cazino also prioritizes player well-being by having a good selection of RG tools.
Online casinos offer players a range of games. Each game type has its mechanisms, rules, and appeal, all of which are factors that can influence a player’s preference. I’ve given a quick overview below of the different online casino games.
The highlight of this slot is the 2x Black Diamond feature, which functions as both a Wild and a potential trigger for a progressive jackpot.
Everi’s Black Diamond Platinum slot doesn’t offer a lot more than the other slots in the series, although its bonus features are certainly stronger. Black Diamond Platinum brought free spins to the table, which were seriously lacking previously. The Platinum Spins feature is a welcome addition, although it only awards three free spins, which is a letdown.
The Black Wolf Hold and Win 2 slot is the sequel to 3 Oaks Gaming’s popular Black Wolf slot.
Each player will have their own arcade-style gun, which they’ll use to shoot at the different fish that swim in front of them. Each fish has its own Hit Points (HP) and requires several bullets to kill and catch them.
Black Diamond Deluxe doesn’t really live up to its name.
Coins are the virtual currency used by sweepstakes and social casinos. This means that there’s no real money involved when you want to play a game. You might want to use your real money to buy some coins, but it’s not a necessity.
3 Oaks Gaming’s Black Wolf slot is a great-looking game with strong bonus features and decent payout potential, however, I was a bit disappointed with certain aspects of the game.
Habanero’s Laughing Buddha presents an immersive and quirky slot on the surface, but players mustn’t mistake its playfulness for an easygoing slot.
With an online casino, you can play anywhere, anytime, so long as you have a registered account and a stable internet connection. An online casino contains a variety of games, including slots, table games, and live casino games, that are all available to you. At an online casino, you can also benefit from regular bonuses and promotions that give you a boost.
The Black Diamond slot by Everi brings those nostalgic retro casino vibes to your online casino. What I find frustrating, however, is this online slot machine doesn’t quite meet modern online slot expectations.
I’ll start this guide by taking you through how slot machines work, including slot RTP and house edge which both affect your outcome.
Players who love a retro vibe might be pleased to see Red Tiger’s sequel slot, 777 Super Strike. While it’s an update from 777 Strike and looks fantastic, the slot falls short in some areas.
777 Strike is a good-looking slot with retro vibes and strong payout potential. With symbols that can pay out up to 77x and a max win of over 2,500x, on the surface it seems like this Red Tiger slot has a lot to offer. My 777 Strike online slot review reveals there’s a bit more to it, and it's not all as good as it seems.
Lucky Larry’s Lobstermania Slingo is an entertaining addition to the series. If you’re looking for big payouts like in Lobstermania 1 and 2, however, this is not the slot for you.
Immortal Romance 2 is an excellent slot, that mostly succeeds in elevating itself from its prequel. Sine aspects however have unfortunately not been improved.
While there were some big advances from Lobstermania 1, not everything was improved for Lobstermania 2.
King Show Games took the popular land-based slot game and introduced it online, hoping for the same popularity. I think there are a lot of features that would have made this a popular choice, but by today’s standards, there’s room to improve.
On first look, Playson’s Mammoth Peak slot appears to have a lot to offer and great payouts. However, while this is a great slot, when I dug into it not everything was as picture-perfect as it seemed.
Red Tiger’s Phoenix Fire Power Reels slot has a lot going for it. From paylines, to audiovisuals, to Wilds, a lot is going on but it all works together seamlessly.
Red Tiger’s Phoenix is a slot that’s better suited to a more casual game. It has a beautiful design and some special bonus features, but with a low betting range and payouts that are also on the low side, there’s not a lot of room for big wins.
I think there’s a lot to like on the Fish n’ Fish slot. It has decent payouts, a beautiful design, and fresh bonus features. It also has a max win potential of up to 5,000x.
The Stinkin’ Rich online slot might give you the impression of a casual game with its retro cartoonish graphics and charming game sounds, but it comes with high stakes and a low RTP, making it a game you need to be cautious with.
Sit and Spin slot is a new and innovative multiplayer slot game that I really enjoyed. You play against two randomly selected opponents to earn the highest number of points and win the big prize that’s determined at the start of the game.
The Immortal Romance slot is impressive, with a great soundtrack and animation details that rival even modern slots. It boasts four bonus rounds, each with its own special feature such as tumbling reels, and a Wild Desire mini-game that transforms up to all five reels into Wild reels.
The Clash of Gods slot hasn’t introduced anything new to the market, but it still does quite a few things well. The slot’s biggest selling point is its bonus features, with three progressive jackpots, wilds, sticky wilds, respins, and free spins, there’s a lot to work with. The sticky wilds during the free spins round were definitely a hit for me, as that’s where I accumulated my biggest wins.
Dead or Alive has been transporting players to the Wild West since 2009. Although its theme might not be so unique today, the Western style was novel at the time and has stuck with audiences since. Its age also doesn’t mean this game can’t keep up with more modern games.
IGT is one of the foremost game providers, so you’ll find its games in almost every casino. Here's a list of our top three casino recommendations for you to play Wheel of Fortune Triple Extreme Spin. Availability may vary based on your location and the casino's licensing.
If you need recommendations for where you can play Fortune Charm, look no further. Red Tiger is known for developing plenty of popular, high-quality games, so you’ll find its slots in a fair few casinos. Here are some that we think will provide the best experience for your game of Fortune Charm.
When it comes to selecting your next casino, you should consider how many games are available, whether the casino offers 24/7 customer support, the range of payment methods available, and even responsible gaming tools.
