Last updated: June 2026 — Megan Ridley, 0xcriminal
At 0xcriminal.com, every eSports betting site you see reviewed on this platform has been personally tested and evaluated by Megan Ridley before a single word is published. We do not rely on operator-supplied information, press releases, or secondhand accounts. If a sportsbook has not been opened, funded, and actively used by Megan, it does not get a rating. This page explains exactly how that process works, what we look for, and how we turn real-world experience into a score you can trust.
Megan Ridley is the founder and lead reviewer at 0xcriminal.com. Based in Great Britain, Megan has spent years following the competitive gaming scene across titles including CS2, Valorant, League of Legends, and Dota 2. Her background combines hands-on experience as a bettor in the GB market with a detailed understanding of licensing requirements set by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). Every review published on this site in 2026 and beyond reflects her direct, independent testing — not affiliate briefings, not sponsored placements, and not ratings traded for promotional deals.
Before assigning any score, Megan follows a consistent process for every eSports betting platform she evaluates. The steps are always completed in order to ensure nothing is missed.
Each eSports betting platform is scored out of 10. The overall score is a weighted average across six core categories. The weighting reflects how much each factor matters to a typical GB bettor using a site primarily for eSports wagering.
| Category | Weighting | What We Look At |
|---|---|---|
| Licensing & Safety | 25% | UKGC licence validity, responsible gambling tools, data security, and track record with regulators |
| Bonuses & Promotions | 20% | Welcome offer value, fairness of terms, wagering requirements, eSports-specific promotions |
| Game & Market Selection | 20% | Range of eSports titles covered, depth of betting markets, live betting, and tournament coverage |
| Payment Methods | 15% | Deposit and withdrawal options, processing speeds, fees, and limits relevant to UK players |
| Customer Support | 10% | Availability, response times, helpfulness, and channel variety (live chat, email, phone) |
| Mobile Experience | 10% | App or mobile browser quality, speed, navigation, and full feature availability on smaller screens |
All sites are rated on a scale of 1 to 10. Here is how to read those numbers:
Independence is non-negotiable at 0xcriminal.com. We earn revenue through affiliate partnerships, which means we may receive a commission if you sign up to a platform via a link on this site. However, this commercial relationship never influences our scores or editorial content. Platforms that pay higher commissions do not receive higher ratings. Platforms with poor safety records or unfair bonus terms will be scored accordingly, regardless of any financial arrangement.
Megan Ridley does not accept free credits, sponsored review deals, or payment from operators in exchange for coverage. All accounts used in testing are funded with her own money. If a site refuses a withdrawal, fails a support test, or falls short on UKGC compliance, that finding goes directly into the published review. No exceptions.
We also revisit published reviews on a rolling basis. If an operator changes its terms, loses its licence, or receives a regulatory sanction, scores are updated to reflect the current reality. The date of the most recent review is always displayed on the relevant page so you know exactly how current the information is.
If you have questions about how a specific site was evaluated, or if you believe information in a review is inaccurate, Megan welcomes direct contact. You can reach the team through the contact page on 0xcriminal.com. We take accuracy seriously and will investigate any credible concern raised by readers.