1UP Casino
Overview
1UP Casino is run by 1UP Holdings LLC and dates back to 2023, though it looks like it's picked up more traffic recently than in its first year. It runs the same dual-currency model as everything else in this category: Gold Coins for free play that never convert to anything, and Sweeps Coins that can eventually turn into real money. New accounts get 20,000 Gold Coins plus 2 Sweeps Coins on signup, no purchase required. The site says it's live in 35-plus states.
Games
The catalog runs to around 500 titles, which is a modest number next to the bigger names on this list but covers real ground: slots with adventure and fantasy themes (Greedy Goblins and Golden Dragon Inferno are two of the more visible ones), a table game section with blackjack, roulette, and poker variants, and a live dealer section for players who want a real-time feel instead of pure RNG. That's a wider spread of formats than a lot of newer, slots-only competitors offer at this size.
Getting your money out
Redemption requires at least 100 Sweeps Coins and a 1x playthrough on those coins before you can request a withdrawal. Once you submit the request through your account dashboard with your identity verified, 1UP states processing takes anywhere from 72 hours to 10 business days, with no redemption fee. Payouts come through bank transfer or gift card. Deposits to buy Gold Coin packages start at $9.99 via Visa or Mastercard.
What's good
- Covers slots, table games, and live dealer in one catalog
- No fee on redemptions
- Low $9.99 entry point if you do want to buy Gold Coins
What's not
- Payout window can stretch up to 10 business days
- 500-game library is on the smaller side for this category
- Full excluded-state list isn't easy to find; California and Connecticut are confirmed blocked
Frequently asked
Is 1UP Casino legit?
It's a licensed-model sweepstakes casino operating under 1UP Holdings LLC since 2023. It's newer than category veterans like Chumba, so there's less of a track record to point to, but nothing in its published terms or redemption process stands out as a red flag.
Which states are excluded?
1UP states it's available in 35-plus states, which means a meaningful chunk of the country is excluded. Confirmed blocked states include California and Connecticut; check the site's own terms page for the full current list before you sign up.
Do I have to spend money to play?
No. The free signup bundle (20,000 Gold Coins and 2 Sweeps Coins) is the no-purchase path every legal sweepstakes casino has to offer. Buying a Gold Coin package, starting at $9.99, just gets you playing faster.
How long does a payout actually take?
Once you've cleared the 100 SC minimum and the 1x playthrough, 1UP says redemptions process in 72 hours to 10 business days depending on method and verification, paid out via bank transfer or gift card.