GameColony offers several skill-based games (among them backgammon as well as solitaire, mahjong, checkers, chess, gin-rummy and even online version of rock-paper-scissors, here called "rock paper skill") in real-time play against other contestants, tournaments, and community features. There are virtual and real money modes, and prizes range from free entries to the online tournaments
Backgammon Software
GameColony backgammon software is Java-based, enables you to simply login and start playing against other members of the community at anytime. It offers simple but nice graphics, and some friendly community features: you can upload your picture as avatar (and see who your opponent is), get listed in the dynamic top 400 players in backgammon list, or engage in a backgammon discussion in the forum. The 10 top players in backgammon receive special bonuses on a monthly basis
Tournaments
GameColony offers all sorts of tournaments and mini-tournaments with equable entry fee of $1. All of GameColony entry fees and prizes are paid in the "local" currency "$ticket" ($ticket 1 = $1), and players can redeem their "$ticket" winnings or use it for the purchase of tournament entries. Players are required to play some free games before enrolling in a real money tournament.
Bonuses & Promotions
GameColony gives its players sign up bonus, first deposit and a recurring refer-a-friend bonus (20% of the referred friend deposit, every time he/she play backgammon for real money).
Special Features
- No download software
- Variety of skill games
- Unique tournaments including arcade-style backgammon solitaire tourney
- Players personal profiles include photos, past and current rating
- Community ladder
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