Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Ripper Casino, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits on your time and spending.
If you find yourself gambling to escape problems, recover losses, or fund your lifestyle, these are warning signs that you may be developing a problem with gambling.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years old, or the legal age for gambling in your jurisdiction in Australia, to use our services. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and protecting young people from harm.
All players must verify their age during account registration. We conduct regular compliance checks to ensure all players meet legal age requirements.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you have lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from family, friends, or work colleagues
- Increasing stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement
- Loss of control: Unable to stick to your gaming limits or stop when you intended
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, family commitments, or personal care due to gambling
- Financial strain: Borrowing money to gamble, using savings, or accumulating debt
- Emotional distress: Feeling anxious, depressed, guilty, or irritable about your gambling
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape: Gambling to relieve stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative feelings
- Relationship conflict: Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling habits
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
We provide a range of tools to help you manage your gaming and play responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on how much you are willing to lose during a gaming session or time period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically close your gaming session after a set period of time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account and all our services
- Account Cooling-Off Period: Take a break from gaming for a set period while maintaining access to your account
To access these tools, log in to your account and visit the Responsible Gaming settings, or contact our customer support team for assistance.
Get Help & Support
If you are concerned about your gambling, free and confidential help is available from these trusted organisations:
Australia
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Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counselling and support service for people concerned about their gambling or someone else's gambling. -
Lifeline Australia
Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
Crisis support and counselling for people in distress.
United Kingdom
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GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free, confidential support and advice for problem gamblers and their families. -
GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in Great Britain.
Canada
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Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Evidence-based research and resources for responsible gambling across Canada.
United States
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National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Information, resources, and referral to treatment services.
Germany
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Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
Federal Centre for Health Education providing information and support on responsible gambling.
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
You are not alone. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support is available. If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling:
- Contact one of the support organisations listed above
- Speak to a trusted family member or friend
- Visit your GP or local health service
- Use the self-help tools available in your account
- Consider self-exclusion to take a break from gaming
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Recovery is possible.