Grade: C
Horseplay is a real-money parimutuel advance-deposit wagering (ADW) platform — not a sweepstakes casino. It is operated by Game Play Network, Inc. (formerly branded “b Spot”) and presents casino-style games such as slots and video poker, but their outcomes are tied to real live horse races rather than an internal random number generator: deposits buy credits that place parimutuel wagers, and the casino-style games simply reveal the results. It is a licensed ADW operator regulated by multiple state racing authorities, including the California Horse Racing Board, the New York State Gaming Commission and the Oregon Racing Commission. Players deposit and withdraw real US dollars. Because it operates under parimutuel horse-racing law rather than the sweepstakes model, Horseplay is legally available in California and New York — where dual-currency sweepstakes casinos are now banned — and in roughly 18 states overall. Players must be 21 or older.
Horseplay draws mixed-to-negative public feedback. Its Trustpilot rating is low, with a heavily negative skew, and reviews frequently cite two themes: confusion over the horse-racing mechanic (some players feel the games are “rigged” because outcomes come from races rather than slots) and disputes over withdrawals. There is some offsetting praise for fast individual cashouts, but overall sentiment is poor.
Horseplay is an established operation, run by Game Play Network, Inc. and previously branded “b Spot” for several years before its April 2024 rebrand. It is genuinely licensed across multiple racing jurisdictions, which floors its legitimacy. However, its public reputation is weighed down by a low Trustpilot score and a recurring thread of payout-dispute complaints, which keep it from rating higher despite its licensing and longevity.
Horseplay is a licensed real-money parimutuel ADW platform, listed here as an option for players in states where sweepstakes casinos are no longer available, including California and New York. Its multi-state licensing and long operating history make it a legitimate, regulated choice — but a low Trustpilot rating and a persistent pattern of payout-dispute complaints temper our confidence. Players should understand they are placing parimutuel wagers on live horse races rather than playing conventional slots, verify their account and complete any required documentation early to avoid cashout delays, keep records of every transaction, and expect a three-to-five business-day withdrawal window. We will revisit this assessment as payout-reliability feedback evolves.
Last updated: June 23, 2026