Punt is a sweepstakes casino, which means you can only play using virtual currency instead of real money. The site offers two types of virtual currencies: Gold Coins (GCs) for free play and Sweeps Coins (SCs) that can be redeemed for real prizes.

You don’t need to purchase these currencies immediately, as Punt gives you a signup bonus. There is a verification process before you can access your free coins, which could feel more time-consuming than other sweepstakes sites where free coins are credited immediately after signing up.

This additional step of verifying your identity means you’ll have to wait before you can start playing, but no deposit bonus codes are needed to claim your free coins.

This is how to complete your Punt sign-up and claim your free coins:

• Visit the website and click on the “Sign up” tab at the top right-hand corner of the page.
• A registration form pops up. Fill in your details in the boxes provided: name, email, country, state/province. Then, create a secure password
• Accept the site’s terms and conditions by ticking the box provided and click the “Play Now” tab

You’ll most likely be required to verify your identity at this point, so you’ll be redirected to a Veriff page. There, you’ll be required to provide your ID and take a selfie. Follow the on-site instructions to complete your verification and get full access to the site, so you can start gaming.

Although you may need a Carnival Citi promo code when playing at Carnival Citi, you won’t need a Punt promo code to claim your free coins at Punt.

I decided to write this Punt review after seeing a bunch of glowing reports. After exploring the site myself, I’m not sure it's the best out there by any means, but it does have some real qualities.

So, how does Punt work? Like what I found during my Carnival Citi review, Punt has one of the most stylish interfaces I’ve seen at a gaming site. The responsive buttons and intuitive search bar make navigation nice and straightforward.

The design of the game library is functional, if not amazing. The process of sifting through the site’s 500+ games did start to feel like a task at some point though, so there is room for improvement here.

As for the game selection, Punt offers titles from reputable providers like Relax Gaming and Pragmatic Play, and the live dealer titles are a nice touch. The “Punt Originals” games introduce some innovative features and are worth checking out.

Mobile optimized site for all your gaming needs

Regular promotions allow players to receive free Sweeps Coins

After noting the attention to detail in Punt’s site design, I was a bit surprised not to find a dedicated app. The site is mobile-optimized though, and when I used it on mobile I got the same functionality as on desktop. I noticed that load times were generally fast and lag was minimal, but the overall experience feels a bit less streamlined than it does on desktop.

Although Punt provided hourly and daily bonuses, I eventually ran out of free coins during my gaming activities. This forced me to purchase some Gold Coins (GCs) to extend my gameplay and the purchase process was easy enough.

To purchase GCs at Punt, you need to click the "Wallet" button at the top of the screen and then select the "Buy Bundle" tab. While the site does present a variety of coin bundles, this approach feels a bit too commercial, especially for a site that markets itself as a social casino.

Here’s what was available at the time of this Punt review:

I chose a coin bundle, completed the transaction using my Visa card (MasterCard, Discover, American Express, and some cryptocurrencies are also accepted), and the coins were credited to my account shortly after. It's important to note that purchasing coin bundles is entirely optional, but it does feel almost inevitable if you want to keep playing without constant interruptions.

Prize Redemption at Punt

One drawback is that, unlike GCs, you can’t directly purchase Punt Sweeps Coins (SCs). This limitation might be frustrating for players looking to maximize their chances of winning real prizes. Instead, SCs are only available as a free bonus with certain coin bundles or through the site’s hourly bonus system. To redeem SCs, you have to go through several steps, including verifying your account.

The minimum amount required for prize redemption is 100 SCs, and each SC is equivalent to $1. However, the playthrough requirement is 3x, which I found quite frustrating. Punt allows you to redeem up to $60,000 for a single game or spin, but the restrictions and high playthrough requirements make prize redemption more challenging than it could be.

I have to be honest: Punt’s customer support left me frustrated. The site only offers email support and a “payment FAQ” section, which is quite limited and doesn’t address general questions or common issues.

While there is a 24/7 telephone number available, it's specifically reserved for payment-related inquiries, which makes it pretty much useless for anything else. Although I did receive reasonably detailed responses to my email queries within 24 hours, the lack of a live chat feature is a drawback. Live chat is the preferred support method for many, including myself, because it offers immediate assistance. Punt's failure to provide this option makes the support experience feel a bit dated. The site could improve by adding more comprehensive and accessible support options.

Punt is a new gaming site that’s starting to generate some buzz, but as with most new platforms, there are some concerns about the site's security and legitimacy.

Based on my findings, Punt does appear to be a legitimate sweepstakes site, as it claims to comply with US sweepstakes laws and is legal across the US except in Kentucky, Michigan, Nevada, Idaho, and Washington. However, the fact that it’s restricted in several states may raise questions about its overall accessibility and trustworthiness.

The site’s privacy policy states a commitment to securely handling players’ data, but this is something every site says. While Punt does use SSL encryption and other security measures, these are basic requirements for any online platform, so this doesn’t necessarily set them apart from the competition.

For a site that’s still establishing its reputation, these claims may not be enough to fully reassure cautious players.

Punt offers a tiered VIP program where you earn loyalty points by playing games on the site. After completing your Punt signup, you’re automatically placed in the Copper tier, which is the lowest level.

Here are the tiers you’ll find in Punt’s VIP program:

• Copper
• Bronze
• Silver
• Gold
• Platinum I-V
• Diamond I-II

To keep track of your VIP status, you can click the “VIP” link in the main menu, which will show your current level and how close you are to reaching the next tier.