CardCrush
#1 · Tier 1
The only RPG card-battler in the category and the most widely legal skill-contest brand we rank.
State availability · MT
Operational
Montana permits the models we track. ClubWPT Gold is not currently offered here; the remaining ranked brands are surfaced.
7 brands legally surfaced here, ranked by overall score.
#1 · Tier 1
The only RPG card-battler in the category and the most widely legal skill-contest brand we rank.
#2 · Tier 1
The biggest welcome bonus in the category, riding a federal parimutuel model that preempts state sweeps bans.
#3 · Tier 1
Zero-cost entry on the same parimutuel legal model as Horseplay — newer, smaller, but free to start.
#5 · Tier 2
The deepest game library among the alternatives — roughly 8× CardCrush's count — but blocked in CA and NY.
#6 · Tier 2
A recognizable casino-plus-poker brand with strong UX — but a high $100 redemption floor and no CA / NY access.
#7 · Tier 2
A well-known sweeps brand with a broad slots-and-table library — but it exited CA / NY in late 2025.
#8 · Tier 2
A focused slots catalog on the dual-currency model — but no live dealer, and it exited California in Jan 2026.
Sweepstakes permitted
Montana permits the models we track. ClubWPT Gold is not currently offered here; the remaining ranked brands are surfaced.
CardCrush is operational in Montana (Sweepstakes permitted). Montana permits the models we track. ClubWPT Gold is not currently offered here; the remaining ranked brands are surfaced.
7 brands are surfaced for Montana: CardCrush, Horseplay, GiddyUp, Modo.us, Stake.us, McLuck, Crown Coins. Verify each brand's own terms before signing up.
18+ (21+ where required). Each brand sets its own age gate within these limits.
Real-prize gaming involves financial risk. 18+ (21+ where required). Problem gambling? Call 1-800-522-4700.
State availability is subject to change — verify at the brand before registering. Data current as of June 10, 2026.