Comprehensive compliance assessment completed 4 December 2025 confirms substantial compliance with UK gambling regulation. Epic Ape slot page demonstrates strong implementation of age verification, jungle-themed content appropriate for adults, responsible gambling messaging, and operator licensing verification across most assessed indicators. Minor improvements recommended in bonus transparency and affiliate disclosure areas.
This URL meets compliance requirements and is listed on the public Register of Verified URLs. Verification valid for 12 months from assessment date.
Prominent 18+ warnings present. Age verification gate implemented. Jungle ape theme appropriate for adult audience with no cartoon-style appeals to children.
Playtech Epic Ape slot verified available through UK-licensed operators only. Licence information accessible. No unlicensed operator promotion identified.
BeGambleAware messaging visible. Helpline accessible. GamStop information provided. Balanced content tone without excessive win promotion.
Epic Ape slot features described accurately. RTP information displayed. Jungle adventure theme presented without misleading claims about guaranteed wins.
Free spins and bonus features explained. Some wagering requirement disclosure could be more prominent. Terms and conditions accessible but require improvement.
Commission relationships disclosed. Editorial independence stated for slot reviews. Operator partnership transparency maintained across platform.
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 displayed in header navigation (top-right, 44x44px). Visible without scrolling on desktop and mobile. Orange on white background provides adequate contrast. |
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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 to Epic Ape slot page. Requires date of birth confirmation. Under-18 entry redirects to 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 | Epic Ape jungle theme uses realistic 3D graphics appropriate for adult audience. No cartoon-style imagery or child-oriented design elements. Gorilla character presented in mature adventure context without childish appeal. |
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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 | Social media promotion for Epic Ape slot age-gated (18+ targeting). No youth influencer partnerships. Platform advertising restricted to adult demographics. |
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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 across Epic Ape slot page, related game pages, and main navigation. Consistent placement 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 | Epic Ape demo play functionality requires age verification before access. Free play mode blocked until date of birth confirmation completed. |
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AV-07: Social media promotion age-restricted
CAP 16.3.14 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Minor issue | Instagram promotional content for Epic Ape slot identified without adequate age-restriction settings. Platform targeting includes 16-17 age bracket. Operator notified for immediate correction. |
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AV-08: YouTube content age-restricted
CAP 16.3.12 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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N/A | Not applicable. Platform does not maintain YouTube channel for Epic Ape slot promotion. Assessment category not relevant to current marketing strategy. |
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 | All 17 operators offering Epic Ape slot verified via Gambling Commission public register. Playtech software licensed. All operator licences active as of 4 December 2025. | |
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OL-02: Licensing information accessible
LCCP 1.1.1 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Pass | Pass | Footer contains "Licensed Operators" link. Page lists all casinos offering Epic Ape with corresponding Gambling Commission licence numbers. |
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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 casino links present on Epic Ape slot page. All "Play Now" buttons verified to resolve to UK-licensed operators only. | |
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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 Epic Ape slot operator links tested. 17/17 resolve to .co.uk or .uk domains under UK licensing. No international redirects detected. Geotargeting appropriate. | |
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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 | Operator casino listings include Gambling Commission licence numbers in hover tooltips. Numbers accurate and correspond to public register entries verified 4 Dec 2025. | |
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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 confirmed monthly licence status reviews. No operators with suspended licences currently listed for Epic Ape slot. Last verification: 28 Nov 2025. |
Detailed evidence and assessment notes for remaining indicator categories (Responsible Gambling: 10/11, Marketing Standards: 8/9, Bonus Transparency: 5/7, Affiliate Disclosure: 5/6) 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 on 41 passing indicators and 6 minor issues.
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 for slot platform assessments.
Current methodology version applied. Last updated: 15 Jan 2025. Quarterly review scheduled: April 2025.
Site operators and public may report significant content changes affecting Epic Ape slot page compliance. Changes triggering early reassessment include operator list modifications, demo functionality changes, or responsible gambling messaging alterations.
Report content changesComplete assessment documentation including all 47 indicator determinations, evidence documentation for Epic Ape slot page, and analyst notes. PDF format, 26 pages.
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