Accessing blocked game providers - regional restrictions explained

After helping ~200+ users with game availability issues, figured it's time to explain how regional game blocking actually works. lots of misinformation out there.

Technical breakdown:

Geo-blocking methods:
  1. ip-based restrictions
    • provider level (pragmatic, evolution etc)
    • platform level (casino itself)
    • payment processor level
  2. game availability factors:
    • licensing agreements
    • regulatory requirements
    • technical implementations
    • content distribution networks
Real-world examples:
  • pragmatic works differently in germany vs uk
  • netent availability varies by state in us
  • evolution's game shows have unique restrictions
  • hacksaw gaming's weird nordic region rules
  • nolimit city's provider side blocks
Common misconceptions:
  • "all slots work same everywhere" (false)
  • "vpn solves everything" (dangerous assumption)
  • "game providers don't track location" (they do)
  • "mobile games have same availability" (nope)
Not sharing workarounds (against tos), but understanding how this works helps make informed choices.
drop questions below, especially if you've encountered weird regional blocks.
 
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