At VGS33, we believe pokies should be enjoyable and part of a balanced lifestyle. This guide explains how to play pokies responsibly in Australia — including practical ways to set pokies spending limits, manage playtime, and stay in control of emotions.
Before you play, decide how much you can afford to spend — and treat it as entertainment. A simple rule: once your budget is reached, stop for the day. This is one of the easiest ways to keep pokies spending under control.
Use reminders or alarms to cap session length. Short, planned sessions help prevent impulsive decisions. If you feel yourself extending play beyond your plan, it’s a good time to take a break.
Never gamble when tired, upset, or under the influence. If you’re increasing bets to recover losses, that’s “chasing losses” — and it usually increases risk. Step away and reset.
Every spin is independent. There’s no reliable way to predict results or influence outcomes. Understanding randomness makes it easier to enjoy pokies for entertainment rather than profit.
If you need extra support, use safer-play tools such as deposit limits, play reminders, time-outs, or self-exclusion. Visit our Responsible Gambling Support page or contact our support team anytime for help.
Play for entertainment only, set a clear budget, manage session time, avoid chasing losses, and take breaks. Safer-play tools like deposit limits and self-exclusion can help you stay in control.
Spending limits are personal caps on how much you’re willing to spend in a session/day/week. They help prevent overspending and keep play within entertainment budgets.
Decide your budget before playing, stop when you hit it, and take a break. Each spin is independent, so increasing bets after losses doesn’t improve odds.
Use alarms to cap sessions, schedule breaks, and avoid playing when tired or emotional. Short sessions with planned stops reduce impulsive decisions.
No. Pokies outcomes are random and each spin is independent. There is no reliable way to predict or influence results, so play for enjoyment rather than profit.
Seek help early. In Australia, you can contact Gambling Help Online. You can also request tools like limits, time-outs, or self-exclusion via platform support.