ICE36

About ICE36

Launched in 2019, ICE36 is part of the SkillOnNet group. So, if you’re wary of the fact that this isn’t a hugely well-known brand, you can take comfort in the fact that it’s under the same umbrella as much better known UK sites such as PlayOJO and SpinGenie

Why the name ICE36? ICE is a well known acronym in the industry; it stands for the annual International Casinos Exhibition.  ICE36 is nothing to do with that, though.  Perhaps it means International Casino…something else.  Experience? Excitement? Event?  Or maybe it’s something to do with remaining calm, collected, ice cool?  Whatever it means, the significance of the second part of the name is much clearer – 36 is the number of spaces on a roulette wheel excluding 0 and 00.  Hence the casino logo, with the 36 stamped on a roulette chip – a nice bit of theming that also appears in the navigation.

Getting Started at ICE36

Signing up at ICE36 is straightforward enough, especially if you’ve played at a Skill On Net casino before as their system will recognise you from your phone number and date of birth and fill in rest of the details from your other account.

The site auto generates a username for you, which I’m not a big fan of. The suggestions are based on your first and last name but they’re not easy to remember and often have lots of odd characters. So, it makes it tough if you use different devices to log in.

Slot Games at ICE36

I would say that the main reason to visit ICE36 is the massive library of over 7,000 games, which heavily leans toward slots. A wide range of studios power the slots at ICE36, including NetEnt, Games Global, Blueprint Gaming  and Playtech. Combined with a selection of games from independent brands like Peter and Sons and Nolimit City, there’s a nice balance between your more traditional slots and games with more out-there mechanics.

With this many games available, you would think that ICE36 would give you an easy way to browse them but that’s just not the case. You can either search for the exact game title you want to play or have a look through a few categories like New, Jackpots, Megaways and Slingo. Advanced filtering—like searching specifically for Megaways slots, high-volatility games, or certain in-game features—can be hit-and-miss. Yes, there’s a “Megaways” sub-category, but if you want to track down scatter pays or colossal symbols, you could be stuck scrolling for a while.

An interesting thing that I will point out about the game lobby is the Hot/Cold section. If you’re looking for something new to play, this is a good place to start. It’s not so much that I think you should place any merit in whether or not a game has or hasn’t paid out recently; it’s that this section brings up a lot of fun games that wouldn’t necessarily show up in featured positions on the site but have been played recently by other players.

The progressive jackpots lobby area at ICE36 features big-names like Dream Drop Jackpots and Age of the Gods. You’ll also see some Daily Jackpots from Red Tiger, giving you a shot at smaller but more frequently triggered prizes.

Where ICE36 really shines – beyond the slot selection- is its live dealer offering. This is something I really like about SkillOnNet brands, because they tend to have a hefty line-up of live titles. The selection is mostly powered by Evolution Gaming and Playtech but there are a few Pragmatic Play games in there, linked to the Drops & Wins network promotion.

There’s a separate category for each type of table (roulette, blackjack, baccarat, poker, etc.), which I appreciate if I’m in the mood for something specific – and it’s actually better organised than the slots lobby. The site also includes live game shows, which are perfect if you want more of a party atmosphere or a break from classic cards.

If you’d rather not play with a live dealer, you can dip into the RNG-based table games, which typically include a few blackjack, roulette, and baccarat variants. There are a couple dozen variants of each, so you can try out different things beyond your standard titles.

Other Things to Consider

When it comes to banking, ICE36 has a good range of banking options, including debit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Trustly and Skrill. The minimum deposit is £10, and the same goes for withdrawals – though some methods might have higher thresholds for withdrawals (for example, wire transfers have a £30 minimum) – so, check the cashier for specifics.

Withdrawal times vary, but the site states that e-wallet requests can clear in under 24 hours once approved, while debit cards and bank transfers can take a couple of business days. If you’re used to rapid payouts from certain sites, you might find ICE36 a tad slower than the sites that advertise instant withdrawals, but I’d still call the timeframes reasonable.

Once you’re signed up and have claimed the welcome bonus, you can look forward to a handful of daily promotions such as deposit matches, free spins or tournaments with prize pools. It’s not an endless Promotions page but there are at least a couple bonuses being advertised at any given time.

There’s also a loyalty system that levels up as you play. Each time you level up you collect a reward; it’s normally just a few free spins but I’m not complaining! I just wish they were clearer about how many points exactly are needed to get to the next level.

Keep an eye on the wagering requirements, though. They range from 50x to 60x which is on the higher end of the scale.

Another important element here is customer support. ICE36 offers live chat from  6am to midnight and while I appreciate that most of the day it’s not quite the 24/7 coverage you might see at some other sites. Email support is available if you need help outside those hours, and the FAQ is decent but really only touches on basic queries.

Final Thoughts

If you’re looking for a SkillOnNet site with a huge game library and a strong live casino line-up, ICE36 is one that I would say fits the bill. The site’s design is fairly minimal beyond its icy colour scheme, but that can be a plus if you value simplicity over excessive theming.

On the negative side, I’d note that the offers can come with higher wagering requirements—particularly if you go for free spins. The site could also use 24/7 live chat, especially for players who game at odd hours. Still, the overall experience is quite positive: I like the daily picks and loyalty scheme for ongoing perks, and new games are always being added. So, you get a fairly well-rounded experience playing here.

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