Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Royal Reels Pokies, we believe that gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Online pokies and casino games are games of chance designed for fun, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only wager what you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities in Australia. If you are under the legal age, please do not use this website or engage in any gambling activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop gambling without success
- Feeling anxious or irritable when attempting to reduce or stop gambling
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover lost money
- Hiding gambling activities or lying to friends and family about the extent of your gambling
- Gambling to escape problems or relieve negative emotions
- Jeopardizing relationships, job, or educational opportunities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or accumulating debt to fund gambling
- Being unable to account for time spent gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties related to gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable online gaming platforms offer self-help features to support responsible gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from accessing your account for a fixed period or permanently
We encourage you to use these tools to manage your gaming activity responsibly.
Support Organizations in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations offer confidential support and resources:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support services for problem gambling in Australia. Phone: 1800 858 858
International Support Organizations
- United Kingdom - GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free, confidential information and support for problem gambling - United Kingdom - GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling - Canada - Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling across Canada - United States - National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org
Help line: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help immediately. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support services are available 24/7. You are not alone, and seeking help is a sign of strength.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 to speak with a trained counsellor who can provide confidential support and guidance.