Looking for a Microgaming no deposit bonus? The classic Microgaming slots, from Mega Moolah to Thunderstruck II and Immortal Romance, are now run by Games Global, which bought Microgaming’s game portfolio in 2022. This guide explains what changed, how no deposit bonuses work for Canadian players, which terms to expect, and which Games Global slots are worth using free spins on.
Microgaming Is Now Games Global: What Changed
- Microgaming was founded in 1994 in Douglas, Isle of Man, and says it launched the world’s first genuine online casino software that year.
- Games Global announced the deal in November 2021 and completed it on May 3, 2022, taking over Microgaming’s distribution business, game IP and back catalogue, the progressive jackpot network and stakes in more than 25 studios: a catalogue of over 3,000 games used by 900+ gaming brands.
- Microgaming itself now focuses on platform software. In February 2024 it refreshed its brand around that strategy, and it still releases some branded content.
- For players, the practical change is the name: when a casino lists games by provider, look for Games Global to find the former Microgaming titles.
How No Deposit Bonuses Work in Canada
A no deposit bonus lets you play for real-money prizes without depositing first. In Canada, it usually comes as free spins on a specific slot when you register, a small amount of bonus cash (often C$2 to C$5), or time-limited free play. The catch is in the terms. Based on the offers listed by Canadian review sites in October 2026, here is what to expect:
| Term | What is typical |
|---|---|
| Wagering requirement | Typically 30x to 45x the winnings; some offers go up to 60x, and a few are wager-free |
| Maximum cashout | Usually around C$20 to C$50; occasionally higher |
| Free spin validity | Often 24 to 72 hours after they are credited |
| Maximum bet | Can be very low while the bonus is active |
| Verification | ID, email or phone checks are common before spins are credited or winnings are paid |
| Where available | Many listed offers exclude players in Ontario and Alberta |
Games Global Slots to Look For
These former Microgaming titles and Games Global releases are the ones most often attached to free spins and bonus offers:
Mega Moolah
Launched in November 2006, Mega Moolah is the best-known progressive jackpot slot in the portfolio and had paid out more than €700 million by March 2024. Its record wins include:
| Date | Win | Casino |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | €17,879,645 (£13.2M), recognized by Guinness World Records | Betway |
| September 2018 | €18,915,872.81 from a €0.75 mobile bet | Grand Mondial Casino |
| April 2021 | Over €19.4M on Absolootly Mad Mega Moolah | Napoleon Sports & Casino |
| June 2025 | £11,498,211.89 | Betfred |
At the time of the April 2021 win, Microgaming’s CEO called it the largest online slot jackpot ever paid.
Thunderstruck II and Immortal Romance
Thunderstruck II and Immortal Romance are classic Microgaming slots that now sit in the Games Global catalogue. A sequel, Immortal Romance II, was released in May 2024 by Stormcraft Studios, a Games Global exclusive studio, about 12 years after the original.
Book of Oz and 9 Masks of Fire
Book of Oz (Triple Edge Studios, December 2018) and 9 Masks of Fire (Gameburger Studios, October 2019) are two more popular titles from the Microgaming era that you will often find in Games Global lobbies.
How to Claim a No Deposit Bonus Safely
- Check that the casino accepts players from your province and shows a valid licence in its footer.
- Read the bonus terms before you register: wagering, maximum cashout, eligible games and expiry.
- Complete identity verification early, because many casinos require it before paying out bonus winnings.
- Use the spins on the listed slot only, and keep to the maximum bet while the bonus is active.
- Treat a no deposit bonus as a free trial, not a way to make money, and stop if it stops being fun.
No Deposit Bonuses in Ontario
In Ontario’s regulated market, AGCO Standard 2.05 prohibits the public advertising of bonuses and other inducements; operators may only show them on their own sites or in marketing a player has agreed to receive. Standard 2.06 also bans calling an offer “free” or “risk-free” if you have to risk your own money. That is why Ontario players will not see public no deposit offers, and why most such offers listed online exclude Ontario.
Current Microgaming No Deposit Offers
When we updated this guide in October 2026, we could not verify a current no deposit bonus for Canadian players that is tied specifically to a Games Global slot. Offers change frequently, so check the bonus terms on the casino site for the exact game, wagering and expiry before you sign up.
Microgaming No Deposit Bonus FAQ
Yes, but in a different form. Games Global took over Microgaming’s casino games, jackpot network and studio stakes in May 2022, while Microgaming now focuses on platform software.
Yes, but winnings usually have to be wagered 30x to 45x before you can withdraw them, and the maximum cashout is often capped at around C$20 to C$50.
Record wins include €17.9M at Betway in 2015, €18.9M at Grand Mondial Casino in 2018 and more than €19.4M at Napoleon Sports & Casino in 2021.
Ontario rules ban the public advertising of casino bonuses, so you will not see public no deposit offers there, and most listed offers exclude Ontario.
Mega Moolah, Thunderstruck II, Immortal Romance, Book of Oz and 9 Masks of Fire are among the titles most often used in bonus offers. Always check which slot the spins are for.
Last checked: October 2026. Sources include Games Global and Microgaming announcements, iGaming trade press, Guinness World Records coverage and the AGCO.
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