Our Story

About hoki88 — Built by Malaysians, For Malaysians

Since 2018, hoki88 has grown from a focused sports betting outlet into Malaysia's most comprehensive online casino and gaming platform — trusted by hundreds of thousands of players from Kuala Lumpur to Johor Bahru and everywhere in between.

A Platform Built on Trust and Local Understanding

hoki88 was founded with a single, clear purpose: to give Malaysian players a world-class online gaming experience that genuinely understands their needs. The team behind hoki88 grew up following Liga Super Malaysia, placing friendly wagers on EPL weekends, and — importantly — feeling the frustration of platforms that treated Malaysian users as an afterthought.

We launched in 2018 with a lean sportsbook covering Malaysian and international football, UFC, and basketball. Within two years, player feedback pushed us to expand into live casino, high-RTP slot games, lottery, and arcade titles. Today, hoki88 serves a registered community exceding 850,000 players across Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia — with the same founding commitment to fair play, fast payouts, and honest service still driving every decision we make.

What sets hoki88 apart is not just the number of games we offer or the speed of our withdrawals — though we're proud of both. It's the deliberate choice to run everything in Malaysian Ringgit, to accept Touch'n Go eWallet, Boost, GrabPay, DuitNow, FPX, Maybank, CIMB, Public Bank, and Hong Leong from day one, and to staff our support team with agents who understand Malaysian players on a cultural level. English, Bahasa Melayu, and Mandarin are all first-class languages at hoki88 — not an afterthought.

"We didn't build hoki88 to be just another online casino — we built it to be the platform always wanted to use ourselves as Malaysian players."

— The hoki88 Founding Team, Kuala Lumpur
2018
Foundation & Sportsbook Launch

hoki88 launches its sportsbook in Kuala Lumpur, offering Liga Super Malaysia, EPL, and UFC markets with full MYR support. First 10,000 players onboarded within 90 days.

2019
Live Casino & Slots Expansion

Added live dealer tables (Baccarat, Roulette, Blackjack, Dragon Tiger) and a curated slot library of 500+ titles. Player base expands to Penang and Johor Bahru communities.

2021
E-wallet Integration & Mobile Optimisation

Full integration of Touch 'n Go eWallet, Boost, GrabPay, and DuitNow. Platform redesigned for mobile-first access — no app download required, works seamlessly on all Android and iOS browsers.

2023
VIP Programme & 500K Milestone

Launched the six-tier VIP loyalty programme (Bronze through Royal Black Diamond). Reached 500,000 registered Malaysian players across all states.

2025
850K Players & Crypto Support

hoki88 surpasses 850,000 registered players and adds BTC and USDT deposit/withdrawal support alongside existing local payment channels. Daily payouts exceed RM 4.2 million.

850K+
Registered Players
RM 4.2M
Daily Payouts
7 Years
In Operation
2,400+
Games Available

Our Mission & Core Values

Every product decision, support policy, and game we add to the platform is measured against these principles.

Integrity First

We publish clear, honest bonus terms. Our RTP figures are independently verified. If we can't stand behind a product feature with full transparency, it doesn't ship. Malaysian players deserve straight answers — not fine-print traps.

Speed & Reliability

Downtime costs players real money. We target99.4% uptime and back it with redundant server infrastructure. Withdrawals via Touch 'n Go or DuitNow should feel as instant as a bank transfer between friends — and at hoki88, they typically are.

Player-Centric Design

Our product roadmap is built from player feedback — not just internal assumptions. Features like the MYR-native wallet, localised sports coverage, and multi-language support were all driven by what our Malaysian community told us mattered.

Responsible Gaming

We believe in gaming as entertainment, not a financial strategy. hoki88 provides deposit limits, session reminders, and self-exclusion tools because we want players to stay in control and enjoy the platform sustainably for years to come.

Data & Financial Security

256-bit SSL encryption, two-factor authentication, and real-time anti-fraud monitoring protect every account. KYC verification ensures our platform stays safe for the whole community — it protects you as much as it protects us.

Rewarding Loyalty

From Bronze to Royal Black Diamond, our VIP programme is designed to give back meaningfully at every tier — with cashback, faster withdrawals, personal account managers, and exclusive events for players who choose hoki88 as their long-term home.

Six Reasons Malaysians Choose hoki88

1
100% MYR — No Currency Conversion

Your Ringgit stays Ringgit from deposit to withdrawal. No hidden forex fees, no confusing credit conversions. RM50 deposited is exactly RM50 in your gaming wallet. This sounds basic, but it's still a gap that many international platforms fail to close for Malaysian users.

2
Malaysia's Favourite Payment Methods, All In One Place

Touch 'n Go eWallet, Boost, GrabPay, DuitNow, FPX, Maybank, CIMB, Public Bank, Hong Leong — and BTC and USDT for crypto-preferred players. We integrated the full suite of Malaysian payment options because that's what our players told us they needed.

3
Live Coverage of Liga Super Malaysia & EPL

We don't just carry international leagues as a headline feature — we go deep on Malaysian football too. Liga Super Malaysia, Copa Malaysia, and FAM Cup are covered with full in-play markets. Catch the match on your screen, place your bet on hoki88 at the same time.

4
No-Download Mobile Platform

Every feature of hoki88 runs in your mobile browser — no APK to hunt down, no app store approval delays. The platform is enginered for Malaysian network conditions on Maxis, Celcom, Digi, and U Mobile, keeping gameplay smooth even on 4G.

5
Support in English, BM, and Mandarin

Malaysia is a multilingual nation and our support team reflects that. Live chat, WhatsApp, and email support are available in all three languages, with agents who understand the local context — not just translated FAQs. Average first response is under 3 minutes via live chat.

6
Transparent, Fair Bonus Terms

We publish all wagering requirements, max bet caps, game contribution rates, and bonus expiry windows clearly before you claim anything. No surprises buried three screens deep in a terms document. If a bonus offer isn't right for you, we'll tell you — honestly.

Our Commitment to Responsible Gambling

At hoki88, we take player welfare seriously. Gambling should always be enjoyable entertainment — never a source of financial stress or compulsive behaviour. That's why we've embedded responsible gaming tools directly into the platform, not as an afterthought footnote, but as a core part of how we operate.

Every registered player has access to deposit limits, session time reminders, reality check notifications, and — most importantly — self-exclusion options that can be activated immediately from within their account dashboard. Self-exclusion at hoki88 is taken seriously: once activated, it cannot be reversed within the chosen cooling-off period, and no promotional communications will be sent to an excluded account.

hoki88 is open to players aged 21 and above only. We enforce this strictly through our KYC verification process. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling-related problems, please visit ourResponsible Gambling page for a full list of resources and support options available to Malaysian players.

Deposit Limits

Set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit caps from your account settings. Limits take effect immediately when reduced and cannot be increased without a mandatory cooling-off period.

Session Reminders

Set custom session time limits. hoki88 will notify you when you've been playing continuously for your chosen duration, giving you a natural moment to take a break.

Self-Exclusion

Activate a temporary cooling-off period (7 days to 12 months) or a permanent self-exclusion at any time. Our support team can help you activate this immediately via live chat.

21+ Only

All accounts undergo KYC age verification. hoki88 is strictly for players aged 21 years and above. Accounts that cannot verify age eligibility are immediately closed.

The Team Behind hoki88

hoki88 is operated by a dedicated team of gaming, technology, and customer experience professionals — most of whom are based in Malaysia and call it home.

Platform & Engineering

Our technical team keeps the platform running at99.4% uptime with real-time monitoring. Infrastructure is scaled to handle peak traffic during major Liga Super and EPL matchdays without a hitch.

Customer Support

Live chat agents are available 18hours a day with overnight emergency cover. Every support team member speaks at least two of hoki88's three service languages — English, BM, and Mandarin.

Product & Gaming

Our product team curates the game library, negotiates provider agreements, and ensures every title on hoki88 meets our RTP transparency standards before it goes live for Malaysian players.

Payments & Finance

Dedicated payments specialists manage our e-wallet, FPX, DuitNow, and crypto processing pipelines around the clock — keeping deposits instant and withdrawals fast for all850,000+ registered players.

hoki88 is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur with satellite support operations extending across Petaling Jaya and Shah Alam. This local presence matters: it means our teams understand school holidays, public holidays, festive seasons, and the unique rhythm of Malaysian daily life — all of which affect how and when our players engage with the platform.

We don't claim to be perfect — no platform is. What we do commit to is being transparent when things go wrong, resolving issues quickly, and treating every complaint as an opportunity to improve. Our support team handles escalations with the same care and attention as face-to-face conversation, because at the end of the day, every hoki88 player is a member of a community we've been building together since 2018.

Ready to Experience hoki88 for Yourself?

Join over 850,000 Malaysian players who have made hoki88 their platform of choice. Fast payouts, local payment methods, and games you actually want to play — all in MYR, all in English, all in one place.

For players aged 21 and above only. Play responsibly — gambling should be entertainment, not a source of income.

21+ Only. For players aged 21 and above only. Please gamble responsibly. Visit our Responsible Gambling page for tools and support.