Comprehensive compliance assessment completed 4 December 2025 identifies minor deficiencies requiring remediation. Waves of Poseidon slot page demonstrates strong implementation of age verification, operator licensing verification, and consumer protection measures. Two non-critical indicators require attention: responsible gambling messaging prominence on game pages and bonus terms accessibility. Site operator notified with 30-day remediation period.
This URL requires minor remediation to achieve full compliance. Site operator notified 4 December 2025. Reassessment scheduled following 30-day remediation period. Two non-critical indicators require attention.
All critical indicators passed. Prominent 18+ warnings, age verification gate implemented. No mythological or oceanic imagery appealing to minors identified.
Platform operator verified UK-licensed. Pragmatic Play integration compliant. Licence information accessible. No unlicensed game providers identified.
BeGambleAware messaging present but requires increased prominence on game pages. Helpline accessible. GamStop information provided. One indicator requires attention.
No misleading claims about Waves of Poseidon RTP or volatility. Accurate game presentation. No urgency language. Appropriate content standards maintained.
Free spins offer terms present but accessibility requires improvement. Wagering requirements disclosed. One indicator requires remediation for optimal user access.
Platform commission relationships disclosed. Editorial independence stated. Pragmatic Play partnership transparent. Full transparency maintained across game directory.
8 indicators • Legal basis: Gambling Act 2005 s.46-50, LCCP 3.2.3
| Indicator | Status | Evidence |
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AV-01: Prominent 18+ warning visible
LCCP 3.2.3(1) • Critical • Weight 5.0
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Pass | 18+ symbol prominently displayed in site header (top-right, 52x52px). Visible without scrolling on Waves of Poseidon game page across desktop and mobile viewports. High contrast blue on white background. |
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AV-02: Age verification gate present
LCCP 3.2.3(2) • Critical • Weight 5.0
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Pass | Age verification modal appears on first visit before game access. Requires date of birth entry. Under-18 entry blocks platform access with appropriate messaging and responsible gambling resources. |
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AV-03: No content appealing to children
CAP 16.3.12 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | Waves of Poseidon mythological theme assessed as appropriate for adult audience. No cartoon-style depictions of sea creatures or child-oriented narrative elements. Poseidon imagery mature and classical. Content tone professional. |
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AV-04: No marketing to persons under 18
LCCP 5.1.2 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | No youth influencer partnerships identified. Social media promotion age-gated (18+ targeting). Game promotional content restricted to adult-oriented channels. No presence on platforms with majority under-18 audiences. |
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AV-05: Consistent age verification messaging
LCCP 3.2.3(3) • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Pass | 18+ symbol present in header across all pages assessed (game page, platform homepage, provider pages, information pages). Consistent placement and styling maintained throughout user journey. |
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AV-06: Demo games require age verification
LCCP 3.2.3(4) • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | Waves of Poseidon demo mode requires age verification completion before access. Free play functionality gated behind same verification process as real money play. No bypass mechanism identified. |
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AV-07: Social media promotion age-restricted
CAP 16.3.14 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Pass | Instagram and Twitter promotion reviewed. Both accounts utilize platform age-restriction settings (18+ targeting). Game showcase content includes age warnings. Waves of Poseidon promotional posts age-gated. |
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AV-08: YouTube content age-restricted
CAP 16.3.12 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | YouTube game showcase channel reviewed. All videos age-restricted using platform controls. Waves of Poseidon gameplay videos include 18+ warning overlays. Channel description includes age verification statement. |
6 indicators • Legal basis: Gambling Act 2005 s.33, s.37
| Indicator | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
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OL-01: All operators hold valid UK licence
GA 2005 s.33 • Critical • Weight 5.0
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Pass | Platform operator verified via Gambling Commission public register API. Pragmatic Play content provider holds valid UK software licence. Licences active and in good standing as of 4 December 2025. Integration compliant. |
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OL-02: Licensing information accessible
LCCP 1.1.1 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Pass | Dedicated "Licensing" page accessible via footer link. Lists platform operator and game provider licences with corresponding Gambling Commission numbers. Pragmatic Play licence details included. |
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OL-03: No unlicensed operator promotion
GA 2005 s.330 • Critical • Weight 5.0
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Pass | No offshore or unlicensed game providers identified. All game content verified from UK-licensed providers. Pragmatic Play partnership properly licensed. No white label operations without proper licensing. |
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OL-04: Links resolve to UK-licensed domains
LCCP 1.1.2 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | All game launch links tested resolve to UK-licensed platform infrastructure. No redirects to international versions identified. Proper geotargeting implemented. Waves of Poseidon launches within licensed environment. |
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OL-05: Licence numbers displayed where claimed
LCCP 1.1.1 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Pass | Game page footer includes Gambling Commission licence number. Number accurate and corresponds to Commission public register entry. Provider licensing information accessible from game information panel. |
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OL-06: Content updated for licence changes
GA 2005 s.119 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | Platform operator confirmed automated licence monitoring system. Game content removed within 24 hours of provider licence suspension. No games from suspended providers currently accessible. Last verification: 1 Dec 2025. |
11 indicators • Legal basis: LCCP 3.5.3, Social Responsibility Code
| Indicator | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
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RG-01: BeGambleAware messaging prominent
LCCP 3.5.3(1) • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Fail | BeGambleAware logo present in footer but not prominently displayed on Waves of Poseidon game page. Messaging requires increased visibility during gameplay session. Remediation: Add persistent responsible gambling panel to game interface. |
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RG-02: Helpline information accessible
LCCP 3.5.3(2) • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133) prominently displayed in header. Accessible from all pages including game interface. Click-to-call functionality implemented on mobile devices. |
One non-critical indicator requires attention: BeGambleAware messaging prominence on game pages. Recommended remediation: Implement persistent responsible gambling information panel visible during Waves of Poseidon gameplay sessions. Site operator notified 4 December 2025 with 30-day remediation period.
Detailed evidence and assessment notes for remaining indicator categories (Marketing Standards, Bonus Transparency, Affiliate Disclosure) available in full assessment report documentation.
All 47 indicators assessed with comprehensive evidence documentation. Assessment conducted in accordance with Methodology v2.1. Dual verification completed with 100% analyst consensus achieved.
Two non-critical indicators require remediation: (1) BeGambleAware messaging prominence on game pages, (2) Bonus terms accessibility from game interface. Reassessment scheduled following 30-day remediation period.
Both analysts achieved identical determinations across all 47 indicators. No discrepancies requiring resolution.
Average confidence score across 28 automated indicators. All scores above 85% threshold requiring human verification.
Total analyst time including dual verification and documentation. Within standard range (45-90 min lead + 45-90 min verification).
Current methodology version applied. Last updated: 15 Jan 2025. Quarterly review scheduled: April 2025.
Complete assessment documentation including all 47 indicator determinations, evidence documentation, and remediation recommendations. PDF format, 26 pages.
Download report PDFDirect link to this assessment report. Permanent URL remains accessible throughout remediation and reassessment process.
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