Keep it light, keep it short

Entertainment only

Gamingons offers social gaming only. There is no real-money wagering, no way to buy coins and no way to exchange them for money, goods or anything else of value. Winning coins here does not mean you would win at a real-money game, and losing them costs you nothing. Please treat the whole experience as a pastime, nothing more.

Adults only

Gamingons is intended for people aged 18 and over. If you share a device with younger family members, consider closing the tab when you finish or using your browser's parental controls.

Habits that help

• Decide on a stopping point before you start, such as a set number of spins or a length of time, and stick to it.
• Step away every so often. Stand up, look out of a window, make a cup of tea; the reels will not mind.
• Play when you are rested and in good spirits, not to escape stress, boredom or low mood.
• Notice if you are chasing a result, spinning faster, or feeling annoyed at the machine. Those are good signals to stop for the day.
• Keep other parts of life in balance: sleep, meals, work, friends and time outdoors come first.

When play stops feeling like play

Sometimes a game that began as a distraction becomes something harder to put down, even when no money is involved. If you find yourself thinking about it when you would rather not, playing longer than you planned, or feeling uneasy afterwards, it may help to take a longer break and to talk to someone you trust.

If you are worried about gambling, whether your own or someone else's, independent support services exist in many places and can be found by searching for gambling support in your area. A doctor or local health service can also point you in the right direction.