About us
Where the World’s
First Online Casinos Were Born
It was 1998. Most New Zealanders were still connecting to the internet via dial-up modem, and the idea of a casino you could access from home seemed like science fiction. JackpotCity launched that year as one of a handful of online casinos in the world — built on the then-revolutionary Microgaming software platform, and designed for a future that had barely arrived.
The company behind JackpotCity — Bayton Group Limited, headquartered in Malta — had a clear mission: build an online casino that players could genuinely trust, with provably fair games, fast payouts, and customer support that treated people like people. That mission hasn’t changed in 25 years.
What has changed is scale. A library of 30 games became 400. A single progressive jackpot became a network that has paid over NZ$200 million to winners across the globe. A modest support team became a 24/7 operation. Through every evolution, JackpotCity has remained one of the most recognised names in online gaming — and one of the longest-running casinos still in operation today.
Why New Zealanders Choose JackpotCity
Four foundations that have defined JackpotCity since 1998 — and still define us today.
128-bit SSL encryption protects every transaction and session. Your personal and financial data is never sold, shared, or accessible to third parties. Bank-grade security since day one.
All games are powered by certified RNGs, independently tested and audited monthly by eCOGRA. Published RTP figures are verified. What you see is what you get — no exceptions.
Withdrawals in NZD via POLi and major cards. Internal processing completed within 48 hours. KYC-verified accounts get priority processing — your winnings reach your bank without delay.
400+ games from Microgaming and partner studios, including pokies, live tables, video poker and progressive jackpots. Every game fully playable in your browser — no downloads needed.
Operated by Bayton Group Limited
JackpotCity Casino is owned and operated by Bayton Group Limited, a company incorporated and registered in Malta. Bayton Group is one of the most established operators in online gambling, with a track record spanning nearly three decades.
The casino holds a full online gambling licence issued by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) — widely considered the most rigorous gambling regulator in the world. Licence number MGA/B2C/148/2007 is publicly verifiable on the MGA website. This licence requires JackpotCity to maintain segregated player funds, comply with anti-money laundering regulations, submit to regular audits, and uphold responsible gambling standards.
New Zealand players access JackpotCity under this Malta licence. Online gambling with offshore operators is not restricted under New Zealand’s Gambling Act 2003, meaning Kiwi players can legally play at JackpotCity from any NZ location.
Built on Microgaming — The Original Online Casino Software
JackpotCity launched on Microgaming’s platform in 1998 and has remained one of the company’s flagship casino brands ever since. Microgaming invented online casino software in 1994 — four years before JackpotCity opened. The partnership between the two companies has shaped the entire online gambling industry.
Today’s game library includes 400+ titles spanning classic pokies, video slots, Megaways, progressive jackpots, and live dealer tables. Iconic games like Mega Moolah, Thunderstruck II, Immortal Romance, and Book of Atem were all developed specifically within the Microgaming ecosystem.
Every game uses a certified RNG with published RTPs verified by eCOGRA. JackpotCity does not operate any games with unpublished or unaudited return percentages.
Our Commitment to Kiwi Players
New Zealand has been a core market for JackpotCity since the earliest days. We’ve never treated Kiwi players as an afterthought — every feature, payment method, and currency option reflects a genuine commitment to the NZ experience.
Deposit and withdraw in New Zealand dollars. What you see in your account is what arrives in your bank.
Direct NZD bank deposits via POLi — the payment method trusted by Kiwi online shoppers for over a decade.
Links to Gambling Care NZ (0800 654 655) and the Problem Gambling Foundation on every page. We take this seriously.
Live chat and email support available around the clock, with agents trained in NZ-specific payment and regulatory questions.
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Our Responsible Gambling Commitment
We believe casino gaming should always be entertainment. The moment it stops feeling that way, we want to help — not profit.
Daily, weekly and monthly deposit caps available in your account settings. Set them before you play, not after.
Time reminders and cooling-off periods from 24 hours to 6 weeks. Your account pauses — no deposits, no play.
Regular prompts showing your session duration and net result. One tap to stop, or confirm you want to continue.
Permanent account closure from 6 months to lifetime. Processed within 24 hours. No marketing after exclusion — ever.
25 Years of Trust.
Still Going.
Join the New Zealanders who’ve trusted JackpotCity since the early days of the internet. 400+ games, NZ$1,600 in welcome bonuses, and a casino that’s been around long enough to do things right.
18+ only. NZ players. Gambling can be addictive — please play responsibly. T&Cs apply. Wagering 70× bonus. For support: 0800 654 655 · gamblingcare.org.nz