Responsible Gaming

Pirates' Plenty is a bit of fun — don't treat sunken treasure like a real payday

Important Notice

Chasing loot can slip into something darker. If Pirates' Plenty starts draining money you can't spare or straining the people around you, drop anchor and ask for help now. Confidential support waits around the clock.

Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Spending more money than you can afford to lose
  • Neglecting work, family, or other responsibilities
  • Chasing losses by gambling more
  • Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
  • Lying about gambling habits
  • Feeling anxious or depressed about gambling
  • Being unable to stop or reduce gambling

Tips for Safe Gambling

Set a Budget

Count out the coins you can lose before you set sail, then stop at zero.

Set Time Limits

Keep a timer running so the hunt for treasure doesn't swallow your night.

Never Chase Losses

No expanding reel rewards stubbornness — let a bad run go.

Take Breaks

Come back to shore between voyages to keep your bearings.

Self-Assessment: Is Gambling Affecting You?

Answer as honestly as you can. These six prompts follow the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). Two or more “yes” answers mean it's time to contact one of the crews listed above.

1

Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?

2

Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?

3

Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?

4

Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?

5

Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?

6

Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?

This is not a diagnostic tool. For professional assessment, contact GamCare (0808 8020 133) or your local gambling helpline.