What does it mean to play responsibly?
Playing is not only fun. But the main thing is not to let the game take over completely. Responsible entertainment is when you decide for yourself whether it’s time to play, how long, and how it affects your day. It’s when the game brings joy, not chaos. It’s important that everything is voluntary and without pressure: you’re in control, not the other way around.
How we help maintain balance
Our platform has a few very simple features that help you avoid ‘spending more time than necessary in front of the screen’:
- Reminder: if you've been playing for a long time, a message will appear telling you it's time to take a break
- Time limits: you can set how long you want to play per session
- Helpful resources: short explanations on how to set boundaries and understand when gaming stops being fun
if you feel that gaming is no longer about entertainment, we can suggest who to contact:
Self-control is the key to safe gaming
We encourage users to ask themselves the following questions before starting to play: “How am I feeling? Do I have a clear goal? Am I ready to stop at any moment?” Such simple actions can prevent excessive involvement. It is important to remember that entertainment should bring positive emotions, not stress or addiction. We emphasise: if something causes discomfort, it is better to take a break.
When entertainment becomes a risk
A person may lose track of time, ignore daily responsibilities, and prefer virtual competitions to real life. This often happens imperceptibly, and the first signs are ignored.
Signs that should not be ignored
Alarming symptoms include a constant desire to ‘try again,’ irritability when unable to play, and neglect of rest or work. If gaming ceases to be enjoyable and becomes the only way to feel emotions, this is a serious reason to seek help.
Achievements in the virtual environment do not reflect real-life success. Positive results in cyber entertainment should not be transferred to other areas of life. Entertainment should be a way to pass the time, not a means to achieve goals.
Gambling addiction
This is when gambling ceases to be entertainment and begins to control your life. It is always important to distinguish between whether it is enjoyment or escapism. If you notice that you are spending too much time, money or energy on it, set boundaries, allow yourself breaks, and engage in other activities.
If you feel that gaming is getting out of control, it is important not to deal with the problem alone. Seek help from resources that specialise in combating addiction: links to such sites are provided above. Support and timely counselling can help restore balance in your life and maintain your health.