The 8 Fortuna analysis method
When choosing a casino, start with what shapes your experience: the offers, games, withdrawals and support. Our reviews combine information published by operators, the sources we consult and tests carried out by our editorial team. Compare these criteria in our selection of online casinos in France.
We highlight each platform's practical benefits: promotions that suit how you play, the games you enjoy and clear payment terms. We explain points to check alongside those benefits so you can compare offers with a clear understanding of their conditions.
Our reviews include an overall rating and five criteria: bonuses, website, games, payments and support. The stars show how each criterion was rated; the overall score reflects the editorial assessment of that review. Updating an offer or the text may leave those ratings unchanged: it does not mean a new full test has taken place. Method updated on 19 September 2026.
The 8Fortuna scoring grid
Every casino receives five sub-scores out of 5, calculated from verifiable public information: terms and conditions, promotions page, payments page, regulator's register. The overall rating is the average of the five sub-scores, converted to a score out of 10. Information the operator does not publish earns no points, and the review says so.
Bonus
Base 3| No wagering bonus | +1,5 |
| Wagering ≤ x25 | +1 |
| Wagering ≥ x45 | −1 |
| Minimum deposit ≤ 10 € | +0,5 |
| Minimum deposit ≥ 30 € | −0,5 |
| Maximum bet with bonus ≤ 2 € | −0,5 |
| Win cap on a deposit bonus | −0,5 |
| Terms missing or contradictory | −1 |
Payments
Base 2.5| 3 or more payment method types | +1 |
| Cryptocurrencies accepted | +0,5 |
| Minimum withdrawal ≤ 20 € | +0,5 |
| Limit ≥ 5,000 € per week | +0,5 |
| Limit < 1,000 € per week | −1 |
| ID verification stated as 3 days or less | +0,5 |
| Withdrawal fees charged | −0,5 |
Games
Base 2| Catalogue ≥ 3,000 games | +1,5 |
| Catalogue of 1,000 to 2,999 games | +1 |
| ≥ 40 providers | +1 |
| 15 to 39 providers | +0,5 |
| Live casino | +0,5 |
Site and licence
Base depends on the licence| MGA (Malta), UKGC or ANJ approval | 4,5 |
| Curaçao Gaming Authority, licence in the register | 3,5 |
| Anjouan, Kahnawake or another verifiable licence | 3 |
| Licence stated but not found in the register | 2 |
| Operator identified (company name + registration number) | +0,5 |
| Responsible gambling tools | +0,5 |
| Site in French | +0,5 |
| Operator subject to action by an authority (criminal investigation, licence revoked) | max 1 |
Support
Base 1.5| 24/7 live chat | +2 |
| Live chat with limited hours | +1 |
| Email or contact form | +0,5 |
| Support in French | +1 |
| Detailed help centre | +0,5 |
Licence-based caps
The licence determines how much trust the rest deserves. After averaging, the overall rating is capped at: 7/10 if the stated licence cannot be found or verified in the register; 5/10 if it has expired, is invalid or has been revoked, if the operator is subject to action by an authority, or if no licence is stated.
Each sub-score is capped between 0 and 5. The detailed reasoning and the sources consulted are listed at the bottom of each review.
What do we assess in an online casino?
We look at site navigation, access to games, the mobile experience and features that make the platform easy to use. The range of games, the studios represented and the features of individual titles help you decide how well each casino matches your preferences.
After the overall assessment, we examine welcome bonuses, no-deposit offers and regular promotions: amounts, free spins, any promo code, wagering requirements and expiry dates where known. We distinguish the company named as the operator from its licensing information and the studios that supply the games.
For payments, we describe the methods available, the stated minimums and limits, and the withdrawal process. We distinguish the operator's advertised processing times from timings actually observed during a test. The documents requested and the bonus conditions also matter when choosing an offer.
We assess support through the channels available, opening hours and, where the team has contacted it, the response received. Registration and gameplay experiences described in a review relate to the tests reported there. They complement information from published sources to help you prepare your visit.
What checks are our reviews based on?
We consult the operator's offers, terms and published information, then check them against relevant sources, including regulators' registers. Player feedback can highlight points worth examining; it does not replace fact-checking. Where our editorial team has carried out a test, we retain its observations and screenshots.
The checks carried out depend on the information available and the tests performed for each review. Researching published information is different from registering, making a deposit, withdrawing funds or speaking to support. Here are the main points we examine to understand a casino's offers and services:
Checking the gambling licence
Reviewing the terms and conditions
Game catalogue and studios
The welcome bonus and promotions
Registration and account access
Support channels and service quality
Deposit and withdrawal terms