Royal Panda
- Founded
- 2014-01-01 in Sliema, Malta
- Headquarters
- Level 7, The Plaza Business Centre, Bisazza Street, Sliema SLM 1640, Malta
Royal Panda is an online casino operator owned by Royal Panda Limited, a Malta-registered company based in Sliema. Launched in 2014 (with some sources pointing to 2011 for incorporation), the brand quickly gained a reputation for a clean, user-friendly interface offering thousands of slot games, live dealer tables, and classic casino titles. In October 2017, Royal Panda was acquired by the LeoVegas Group, now part of MGM Resorts International, which provided increased operational scale and regulatory support. The casino holds a Malta Gaming Authority licence and, since April 2022, is fully regulated in Ontario, Canada under the AGCO and iGO. It is available in markets including Denmark, Mexico, the Philippines, Poland, and South Africa, though it does not yet offer a dedicated mobile app in Canada. The platform features responsive live chat support, fast game loading, and a comprehensive game library powered by top providers such as Pragmatic Play. With an employee count reported at 12 as of July 2024, Royal Panda operates as a lean brand within the larger LeoVegas organisation, offering a focused, mid-tier casino experience.
Detailed Review
History & Corporate Structure
Royal Panda was founded in 2014 in Sliema, Malta, as an independent online casino. The business was acquired by the LeoVegas Group for an undisclosed sum in November 2017, a move that allowed Royal Panda to benefit from LeoVegas’s technology, compliance, and marketing infrastructure while retaining its own brand identity. Today, Royal Panda Limited (registered address: Level 7, The Plaza Business Centre, Bisazza Street, Sliema SLM 1640, Malta) operates the platform. The company holds a Class 1 gaming licence from the Malta Gaming Authority, and its Ontario operations are separately licensed under iGO/AGCO.
Products & Platform
Royal Panda’s core offering is an online casino featuring slots (thousands of titles including Book of Dead, Megaways, feature‑buy games, and jackpot slots), live casino (real‑dealer games such as roulette, blackjack, baccarat, and game shows streamed in high definition), and digital table games. The platform supports multiple payment methods, including credit/debit cards, e‑wallets, and bank transfers; withdrawals can take up to five business days. The site is available in English only and offers instant‑play through a mobile‑optimised website (no downloadable app in Canada; players can add the site to their home screen as a Progressive Web App).
User Experience & Security
The interface is minimalist and intuitive, with games sorted by category (popular, newest, jackpots, etc.) and a search bar that also filters by software provider. The site runs smoothly on desktop and mobile browsers without lag. Royal Panda employs standard SSL encryption, and its random number generators are tested by independent auditors. Customer support is available 24/7 via live chat and email.
Market Position
Royal Panda is considered a mid‑tier operator, strong in regulated European markets and growing in Ontario. It competes with brands like LeoVegas, Casumo, and BetMGM. The brand’s acquisition by LeoVegas has given it financial stability and access to a wider game library, but it lacks the sportsbook offering that many competitors provide.
Key Products
Royal Panda Casino
Flagship online casino offering slots, live dealer games, and table games.
Royal Panda Live Casino
Dedicated live‑dealer section with real‑time streaming of roulette, blackjack, baccarat, and game shows.
Royal Panda Mobile
Mobile‑optimised website (Progressive Web App) for on‑the‑go play via instant‑access browser.
Offices & Headcount
12 employees (approx.)
Key Persons
Notable past members
- Melvin Ritsema — CMO & later Managing Director