Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Tuxedo Cat, we believe that online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or replace employment income. If you find yourself relying on gambling for income or financial stability, please seek help immediately.
Age Verification
Online pokies and gambling services in Australia are strictly for persons aged 18 years and over. It is illegal for minors to gamble. By using our website and services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and meet all legal requirements in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be aware of the following warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling: Keeping your gambling activities secret from family or friends
- Increasing Amounts: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Failed Control: Unable to stick to set limits or stop gambling when you plan to
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Gambling is affecting work, study, or family relationships
- Financial Strain: Using money needed for essential expenses to gamble
- Withdrawal Symptoms: Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Lying About Gambling: Deceiving others about how much you gamble or how much you've spent
- Using Gambling to Escape: Gambling to relieve stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional problems
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself, help is available and support is only a call or click away.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
We encourage all players to use the following tools to maintain control over their gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're prepared to lose before you stop playing
- Reality Checks: Enable reminders at regular intervals to check your balance and time spent
- Session Timers: Set time limits for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling services when you need a break
- Account Cooling-Off: Take a break from your account for a set period
These tools are designed to help you gamble responsibly and maintain control. We recommend using them as part of your gaming routine.
Support Organizations in Australia & Internationally
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call, 24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Support and advice for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Education and resources for responsible gambling
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Help and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal Centre for Health Education
Information and counselling on problem gambling
Seek Help Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please reach out for support immediately. There is no shame in asking for help, and professional support services are available and confidential. Your wellbeing is important to us.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (available 24/7) or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for free, confidential support tailored to Australian players.
Remember: Gambling should always be fun and within your means. If it's not, help is just a phone call away.