Responsible Gaming

Keep the tropical spins light and easy on yourself

A Word Before the Fruit Falls

Tropicool 5 is here for a bit of sunshine, not stress. If the reels start costing you more than you planned or messing with your head, put the drink down and ask for help. You're not on your own, and support runs 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

Pick a spending line before the fruit starts dropping, and treat it as final.

Set Time Limits

Set an alarm. Paradise is nicer when you leave before you're worn out.

Never Chase Losses

Down rounds happen. Don't pour more in trying to squeeze back a win.

Take Breaks

Step off the beach every so often. A breather keeps your head clear.

Self-Assessment: Is Gambling Affecting You?

Take a quiet minute and answer straight. These come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI), separate from anything about Tropicool 5 itself. Two or more “yes” answers is a nudge to contact one of the organizations 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.