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Home Register of verified URLs Assessment report VER-089
Pending reassessment • Report VER-089
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slot.day/spadegaming/hugon-quest/

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Assessment summary

Compliance assessment completed 4 December 2025 identifies minor deficiencies requiring remediation. URL demonstrates strong implementation across most areas including operator licensing verification and bonus transparency, however two indicators relating to responsible gambling messaging prominence and social media age-restriction require attention before full verification can be granted.

45/47
Indicators passed
95.74%
Compliance score
21/22
Critical indicators
147
Assessment minutes

Verification details

Assessment ID VER-089
Assessment date 4 Dec 2025
Valid until Pending
Methodology version 2.1
Lead analyst R. Thompson
Verification analyst K. Williams
Consensus achieved Yes
Pending reassessment

This URL requires minor remediation before full verification can be granted. Two non-critical indicators failed assessment. Operator notified with 30-day remediation period. Reassessment scheduled for January 2026.

Compliance score breakdown

Age verification

8/8
Category compliance 100%

All critical indicators passed. Prominent 18+ warnings, age verification gate implemented. No adventure-themed imagery appealing to minors detected.

Operator licensing

6/6
Category compliance 100%

Spadegaming content verified licensed. Platform operator holds valid UK Gambling Commission licence. All regulatory requirements met.

Responsible gambling

9/11
Category compliance 81.8%

BeGambleAware messaging present but requires increased prominence on Hugon Quest game page. GamStop information accessible. One non-critical indicator failed.

Marketing standards

9/9
Category compliance 100%

No misleading claims about Hugon Quest gameplay or win rates. Accurate RTP presentation. No urgency language detected. Quest theme presented responsibly.

Bonus transparency

7/7
Category compliance 100%

Wagering requirements clearly displayed. Free spins terms accessible. Maximum bet rules disclosed. Terms and conditions properly linked.

Affiliate disclosure

6/6
Category compliance 100%

Commission relationships disclosed. Editorial independence maintained. Social media promotion requires enhanced age-restriction settings (one non-critical indicator).

Detailed indicator assessment

Category 1

Age verification and protection of minors

8 indicators • Legal basis: Gambling Act 2005 s.46-50, LCCP 3.2.3

8/8
Indicator Status Evidence
AV-01: Prominent 18+ warning visible
LCCP 3.2.3(1) • Critical • Weight 5.0
Pass 18+ symbol prominently displayed in header (top-right, 52x52px). Visible on Hugon Quest game page without scrolling on desktop and mobile viewports. High contrast red on white background.
AV-02: Age verification gate present
LCCP 3.2.3(2) • Critical • Weight 5.0
Pass Age verification modal appears before accessing Hugon Quest gameplay. Requires date of birth entry. Under-18 entry blocks access with redirect to responsible gambling resources.
AV-03: No content appealing to children
CAP 16.3.12 • Critical • Weight 4.0
Pass Hugon Quest adventure theme assessed for child appeal. Character design mature and stylized for adult audience. No cartoon-style graphics targeting minors. Quest narrative appropriate for 18+ demographic.
AV-04: No marketing to persons under 18
LCCP 5.1.2 • Critical • Weight 4.0
Pass No youth influencer partnerships promoting Hugon Quest identified. Paid advertising age-gated (18+ targeting). No presence on platforms with majority under-18 audiences.
AV-05: Consistent age verification messaging
LCCP 3.2.3(3) • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
Pass 18+ symbol present in header across Hugon Quest game page, slot lobby, and platform pages. Consistent placement and styling maintained throughout user journey.
AV-06: Demo games require age verification
LCCP 3.2.3(4) • Critical • Weight 4.0
Pass Hugon Quest demo play requires age verification before access. Free play mode blocked until date of birth confirmation completed. Age gate cannot be bypassed.
AV-07: Social media promotion age-restricted
CAP 16.3.14 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
Pass Instagram and Facebook posts featuring Hugon Quest utilize platform age-restriction settings (18+ targeting). Content includes age warnings. TikTok presence absent (appropriate decision).
AV-08: YouTube content age-restricted
CAP 16.3.12 • Critical • Weight 4.0
Pass YouTube gameplay videos of Hugon Quest properly age-restricted. Channel settings enforce 18+ requirement. Video descriptions include responsible gambling warnings.
Category 2

Operator licensing verification

6 indicators • Legal basis: Gambling Act 2005 s.33, s.37

6/6
Indicator Status Evidence
OL-01: All operators hold valid UK licence
GA 2005 s.33 • Critical • Weight 5.0
Pass Platform operator (SlotDay Gaming Ltd) verified via Gambling Commission public register. Licence 000-052847-R-330164-001 active and in good standing. Spadegaming content provider licensed.
OL-02: Licensing information accessible
LCCP 1.1.1 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
Pass Gambling Commission licence number displayed in footer of Hugon Quest page and platform homepage. Direct link to Commission register entry provided.
OL-03: No unlicensed operator promotion
GA 2005 s.330 • Critical • Weight 5.0
Pass No offshore or unlicensed operators identified. Platform operates exclusively under UK licence. Spadegaming content verified licensed for UK market distribution.
OL-04: Links resolve to UK-licensed domains
LCCP 1.1.2 • Critical • Weight 4.0
Pass Pass All navigation links from Hugon Quest page remain within slot.day domain. No redirects to international versions. Proper UK geotargeting implemented via IP detection.
OL-05: Licence numbers displayed where claimed
LCCP 1.1.1 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
Pass Licence number displayed in footer section of Hugon Quest game page. Number accurate and corresponds to Commission public register entry verified 4 Dec 2025.
OL-06: Content updated for licence changes
GA 2005 s.119 • Critical • Weight 4.0
Pass Platform operator confirmed automated monitoring of licence status. No suspended or revoked licences detected. Last verification: 1 Dec 2025. Spadegaming contract includes licence maintenance clauses.
Category 3

Responsible gambling messaging

11 indicators • Legal basis: LCCP 3.2.7, Social Responsibility Code

9/11
Indicator Status Evidence
RG-01: BeGambleAware messaging prominent
LCCP 3.2.7(1) • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
Fail BeGambleAware logo present in footer but requires increased prominence on Hugon Quest game page. Recommendation: Add persistent responsible gambling panel visible during gameplay sessions.
RG-02: Helpline information accessible
LCCP 3.2.7(2) • Critical • Weight 3.0
Pass National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133) displayed in footer and responsible gambling section. Direct link to GamCare live chat provided. Accessible within two clicks from Hugon Quest page.
RG-03: GamStop information provided
LCCP 3.5.5 • Critical • Weight 4.0
Pass GamStop self-exclusion scheme information accessible via footer link. Direct link to gamstop.co.uk registration provided. Information page explains exclusion process clearly.
RG-04: Deposit limit tools prominent
LCCP 3.5.3 • Critical • Weight 3.0
Pass Deposit limit settings accessible via account menu. Daily, weekly, and monthly limits available. Changes to limits include 24-hour cooling-off period for decreases.
RG-05: Reality check reminders
LCCP 3.5.4 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
Pass Reality check notifications appear every 60 minutes during Hugon Quest gameplay. Modal displays session duration and net position. Player can adjust frequency in settings.
RG-06: Time limit functionality
LCCP 3.5.4 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
Pass Session time limits configurable in account settings. Limits enforced across platform including Hugon Quest. Player logged out automatically when limit reached.
RG-07: Loss limit tools available
LCCP 3.5.3 • Critical • Weight 3.0
Pass Daily, weekly, and monthly loss limits available. Limits apply to net losses across all games including Hugon Quest. Decreases to limits include 24-hour implementation delay.
RG-08: Self-exclusion easily accessible
LCCP 3.5.5 • Critical • Weight 4.0
Pass Self-exclusion accessible via account settings and responsible gambling page. Options for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years. GamStop integration confirmed functional.
RG-09: Balanced content tone
CAP 16.3.2 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
Pass Hugon Quest promotional content assessed for responsible tone. No excessive win glorification. Adventure theme presented as entertainment. RTP and variance information disclosed.
RG-10: No gambling as solution to problems
CAP 16.3.3 • Critical • Weight 3.0
Pass Content review confirms no messaging suggesting Hugon Quest gameplay as solution to financial difficulties. No debt-related promotional messaging identified.
RG-11: Social media responsible messaging
CAP 16.3.1 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
Fail Instagram posts featuring Hugon Quest require enhanced responsible gambling messaging. Current posts include age warnings but lack BeGambleAware references. Recommendation: Add messaging to all promotional posts.

Remediation required

Two non-critical indicators in responsible gambling category require attention:

  • RG-01: Increase prominence of BeGambleAware messaging on Hugon Quest game page (add persistent panel during gameplay)
  • RG-11: Enhance social media posts with BeGambleAware references and responsible gambling messaging

Operator notified 4 December 2025. 30-day remediation period granted. Reassessment scheduled for January 2026.

Complete assessment documentation

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. 45 indicators passed, 2 non-critical indicators require remediation.

Assessment process and quality assurance

Assessment timeline

1
Discovery and prioritization
URL identified through platform monitoring. Prioritization score: 763 (high traffic slot game page). Catalogued: 18 Nov 2025
2
Automated screening
Automated checks completed: 28 Nov 2025. 28 indicators assessed automatically. Preliminary score: 25/28 pass. Processing time: 3.8 minutes
3
Expert human assessment
Lead analyst: R. Thompson (74 min). Verification analyst: K. Williams (68 min). Consensus discussion: 5 min. Assessment date: 4 Dec 2025
4
Classification and notification
Determination: Pending reassessment (45/47 indicators, 95.74% score). Operator notified: 4 Dec 2025. 30-day remediation period. Reassessment: January 2026

Quality assurance metrics

Inter-rater agreement 100%

Both analysts achieved identical determinations across all 47 indicators. No discrepancies requiring resolution.

Automated screening confidence 89.3%

Average confidence score across 28 automated indicators. All scores above 85% threshold requiring human verification.

Assessment duration 147 min

Total analyst time including dual verification and documentation. Within standard range (45-90 min lead + 45-90 min verification).

Methodology version 2.1

Current methodology version applied. Last updated: 15 Jan 2025. Quarterly review scheduled: April 2025.

Analyst qualifications and independence

Lead analyst: R. Thompson

  • 40-hour methodology training completed: February 2024
  • Inter-rater reliability qualification: κ = 0.93 (above 0.85 threshold)
  • GambleAware harm awareness training: Completed
  • Assessments completed: 114 (58 verified, 41 violations, 15 pending)
  • Conflict of interest declaration: None identified
  • Last calibration session: 28 Nov 2025

Verification analyst: K. Williams

  • 40-hour methodology training completed: March 2024
  • Inter-rater reliability qualification: κ = 0.89 (above 0.85 threshold)
  • GambleAware harm awareness training: Completed
  • Assessments completed: 96 (47 verified, 35 violations, 14 pending)
  • Conflict of interest declaration: None identified
  • Last calibration session: 28 Nov 2025

Site operator information

Operator details

Operating entity
SlotDay Gaming Ltd
Company registration
11394728 (England and Wales)
Primary contact
David Martinez (Compliance Director)
Contact email
Business address
88 Wood Street, London EC2V 7RS
Content type
Slot game platform

Assessment history

Current assessment (VER-089)
4 December 2025 • Methodology v2.1
Pending reassessment
No previous assessments on record for this specific URL. Platform operator (slot.day) previously assessed with full compliance achieved. This Hugon Quest game page represents first individual game assessment.

Remediation timeline

Assessment date 4 Dec 2025
Operator notified 4 Dec 2025
Remediation deadline 3 Jan 2026
Reassessment scheduled January 2026

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Site operators and public may report significant content changes that may affect compliance status. Changes triggering early reassessment include removal of responsible gambling tools, changes to age verification, or alterations to Hugon Quest game presentation.

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Complete assessment documentation including all 47 indicator determinations, evidence documentation, and analyst notes. PDF format, 27 pages.

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