Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At Royal Reels Pokies, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. While online pokies can be entertaining, it's important to remember that gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble for entertainment purposes only, and only wager what you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Online pokies and gambling services in Australia are only available to individuals aged 18 years and over. It is your responsibility to verify that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before engaging in any gaming activity. We do not permit access to minors under any circumstances.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these warning signs in your gaming habits?
- Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or loved ones
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
If you recognize any of these signs, support is available.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
We encourage all players to use these responsible gaming tools:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're comfortable losing before you stop playing
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders during gaming sessions to check how long and how much you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming services if you need a break
- Time Limits: Set session time limits to help manage your gaming duration
Using these tools is a sign of responsible gaming, not weakness. Take control of your gaming experience.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support for Australian residents
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free, confidential)
International Resources
- GamCare (UK) – Free support and information
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org - Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany)
Provides information on problem gambling support services
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not failure. Whether you're concerned about your own gaming or someone else's, support is just a phone call or click away. The organisations listed above provide confidential, free assistance to anyone struggling with gambling-related problems.
Don't wait. Reach out today if you need support.