Responsible Gaming & Player Wellbeing
Your safety, wellbeing, and enjoyment are our top priorities. We promote responsible gaming practices and provide support for all players using virtual currency entertainment.
Understanding Social Casino Gaming
What is Social Casino Gaming?
Social casino gaming is a form of entertainment that uses virtual currency instead of real money. It's designed for fun and social interaction, similar to video games. Players enjoy slot-style games and casino-themed entertainment without any financial risk, as all gameplay uses virtual coins that have no monetary value.
Important Distinctions
- Not Real Money Gambling: No real money is wagered or won
- Cannot Win Real Prizes: Virtual coins cannot be exchanged for cash, goods, or services
- Virtual Currency Only: All coins and credits have no real monetary value
- Entertainment Like Video Games: Designed purely for enjoyment and social interaction
Important: However, even entertainment gaming should be enjoyed responsibly and in moderation. Balance is key to healthy entertainment habits.
Play Responsibly - Set Limits
Time Management
- Set time limits: Decide how long you'll play before starting
- Take regular breaks: Step away from the screen every hour
- Balance with life: Ensure gaming doesn't interfere with work, family, or responsibilities
- Other activities: Maintain hobbies and interests outside of gaming
Self-Awareness
- Monitor your time: Be honest about how much time you spend gaming
- Check your feelings: Gaming should reduce stress, not create it
- Recognize problems early: If gaming causes issues, seek help immediately
- Stay accountable: Share your gaming habits with trusted friends or family
Platform Tools
- Time reminders: Set notifications to remind you to take breaks
- Self-exclusion: Contact us if you need a break from the platform
- Activity tracking: Monitor your play time and patterns
- Support access: Easy access to help resources and support services
Gaming Should Be Just One Part of Life
Remember:
- Entertainment only: Gaming is for fun, not to escape problems or relieve stress
- Take breaks: Regular breaks help maintain healthy gaming habits
- Offline time: Spend quality time away from screens with loved ones
- Meet responsibilities: Work, family, and personal duties come first
- Physical health: Maintain exercise, proper sleep, and healthy eating habits
Warning Signs to Watch For
- Gaming interferes with work, school, or personal responsibilities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gaming
- Neglecting relationships or social activities to game
- Spending excessive time thinking about games when not playing
- Using social casino games to "practice" for real money gambling
Critical Warning: If you have a history of gambling addiction or gambling problems, social casino games may not be appropriate entertainment for you. Please consult with a professional counselor before engaging with any casino-themed content.
Understanding Virtual Currency
Free-to-Play Model
Our platform operates on a completely free-to-play model. All games are accessible without payment, and virtual coins are provided free of charge. There is never any requirement to spend money to enjoy our entertainment.
This is NOT Gambling
Social casino gaming differs fundamentally from real money gambling. In real gambling, you risk real money with the possibility of winning money. On our platform, you use free virtual currency that has no monetary value and cannot be exchanged for anything of value. Success in our games does not indicate future success at real money gambling. The two activities are completely different.
Financial Safety Tips
- Never use our platform as practice for real money gambling
- Keep entertainment gaming separate from any gambling activities
- Remember that virtual success means nothing in real gambling contexts
- If you have gambling concerns, avoid all casino-themed content
Professional Support Services in New Zealand
If you or someone you know needs help with gambling problems, confidential support is available 24/7:
Gambling Helpline NZ
Phone: 0800 654 655 (Free, 24/7)
Text: 8006
Website: www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
Free, confidential support for anyone affected by gambling. Available anytime, day or night.
Problem Gambling Foundation
Phone: 0800 664 262
Website: www.pgf.nz
Professional counseling and support services across New Zealand.
Gamblers Anonymous NZ
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
Peer support groups for people with gambling problems throughout New Zealand.
Lifeline NZ
Phone: 0800 543 354
Website: www.lifeline.org.nz
24/7 support for anyone in distress or needing someone to talk to.
1737 - Need to Talk?
Call or Text: 1737 (Free)
Free call or text for support from trained counselors, available 24/7.
For Family and Friends
- Family Services: 0800 211 211
- Relationship Services: 0800 735 283
Remember: Help is available, all services are confidential, and recovery is possible. You are not alone.
Important Information
18+ Only | Entertainment Only | No Real Money Gambling
This is a free-to-play social casino platform for entertainment purposes only. All games use virtual currency that has no real monetary value. You cannot win real money or real prizes.
Need Help? Gambling Helpline NZ: 0800 654 655 (24/7) | Problem Gambling Foundation: 0800 664 262