Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At Nikko Shops, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to cinema or dining out. It should never be considered as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

By accessing our website and any non-GamStop casinos we recommend, you confirm that you are 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction). Gambling is strictly prohibited for anyone under the legal age limit in the UK and other jurisdictions. Parents and guardians should be aware of gambling activities and take appropriate steps to protect young people.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, professional help may be needed:

• Chasing Losses: Attempting to recover lost money by gambling more
• Hiding Gambling Activity: Concealing the extent of gambling from family or friends
• Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
• Increasing Amounts: Needing to gamble with larger sums to achieve the same excitement
• Failed Attempts to Stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or quit gambling
• Financial Strain: Borrowing money, using credit cards, or causing debt due to gambling
• Mood Changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
• Lying About Gambling: Dishonesty with loved ones regarding gambling habits
• Using Gambling to Escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
• Loss of Control: Gambling longer or with more money than intended

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

Most reputable casinos offer responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you are willing to accept in a given period
• Time Limits: Receive reminders or automatic session timeouts after a set period of gambling
• Reality Checks: Pop-up reminders displaying how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from a casino for a set period (days, weeks, months, or permanently)
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if necessary

We encourage all players to utilise these tools proactively. Take control of your gaming experience by setting limits before you begin playing.

Support & Helpline Organizations

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available. Please reach out to one of the organisations below:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free confidential support and information
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Phone: 0800 197 8000
• Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups and peer assistance
  Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk

International Support Services

• Australia – Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858
• Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Phone: 1-800-522-4700 (Confidential Helpline)
• Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Website: www.bzga.de
  Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 37 27 00 (Gambling Hotline)

Need Help Right Now?

If you are experiencing problems with gambling, please seek professional help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out. Trained counsellors are available to provide free, confidential support. Contact one of the organisations listed above – they are here to help.

Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to take action.