🛡️ Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming

At PlusToPlays, we are committed to providing a safe, fun, and responsible gaming environment. While our platform uses only virtual credits with no real-world monetary value, we recognize that gaming should always remain a form of entertainment.

Our Principles:

• Entertainment First: Gaming should be fun and enjoyable
• Player Protection: We provide tools to help you stay in control
• Age Verification: Strict 18+ policy enforcement
• Support Access: Easy access to help and resources
• Transparency: Clear information about our games and platform

Gaming as Entertainment

Social casino gaming should be:

Healthy Gaming Habits:

• ✅ Play for fun and entertainment
• ✅ Set time limits for gaming sessions
• ✅ Take regular breaks
• ✅ Balance gaming with other activities
• ✅ Maintain healthy sleep patterns
• ✅ Stay connected with friends and family offline

Warning Signs to Watch For

While our platform doesn't involve real money, it's important to recognize if gaming is becoming problematic. Be aware of these warning signs:

Emotional Warning Signs:

• Feeling anxious or restless when not playing
• Using gaming to cope with stress or depression
• Experiencing mood swings related to gaming
• Feeling guilty about gaming habits

If You Notice These Signs:

Take action immediately:

• Use our self-control tools (time limits, breaks)
• Reach out to support services
• Talk to friends or family
• Consider taking a break from the platform
• Seek professional help if needed

Self-Control Tools

We provide several tools to help you manage your gaming:

⏱️ Session Time Limits

Set maximum session durations:

• 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, or 120 minutes
• Automatic alerts when time is reached
• Optional automatic logout

📅 Daily Play Limits

Control how much time you spend daily:

• Set maximum hours per day
• Track your daily usage
• Receive warnings as you approach limits

🔔 Reminder Alerts

Get helpful reminders:

• Play time notifications
• Break reminders
• Reality check messages

⏸️ Take a Break

Temporarily suspend your account:

• 24 hours, 7 days, 30 days, or custom duration
• Cannot be reversed once activated
• Account automatically reactivates after period ends

🚫 Self-Exclusion

Permanently close your account:

• Immediate account closure
• Cannot create new accounts
• Minimum exclusion period of 6 months
• Contact support to initiate

Setting Personal Limits

How to Set Healthy Boundaries:

1. Time Management

• Decide in advance how long you'll play
• Use alarms or timers
• Schedule gaming sessions around other activities
• Never game when tired or stressed

2. Balance Your Life

• Maintain hobbies outside of gaming
• Prioritize family and social time
• Exercise regularly
• Get adequate sleep (7-9 hours)
• Focus on work/school responsibilities

3. Recognize Triggers

• Identify when you're most likely to over-play
• Avoid gaming during stressful times
• Find alternative coping mechanisms
• Don't use gaming to escape problems

4. Stay Accountable

• Share your limits with family or friends
• Track your gaming time
• Be honest about your habits
• Regularly reassess your limits

Getting Support

If you're concerned about your gaming habits or someone else's, help is available:

Talk to Someone:

For Friends & Family:

If you're concerned about a loved one's gaming:

• Express your concerns with compassion, not judgment
• Offer to help them access support resources
• Encourage them to use self-control tools
• Suggest professional counseling if needed
• Take care of your own wellbeing

Help Resources in New Zealand

Prevention & Best Practices

Tips for Healthy Gaming:

Parents & Guardians:

Protect young people by:

• Enforcing the 18+ age requirement
• Monitoring device usage
• Discussing responsible gaming
• Setting family screen time rules
• Being a positive role model

Our Ongoing Commitment

PlusToPlays is committed to:

• ✅ Providing effective self-control tools
• ✅ Promoting responsible gaming messages
• ✅ Training staff to recognize problem gaming
• ✅ Collaborating with problem gaming organizations
• ✅ Continuously improving our responsible gaming features
• ✅ Supporting research on social gaming habits