Your safety and wellbeing are our top priorities. We are committed to providing entertainment with virtual currency while promoting responsible gaming practices for all players.
Understanding Social Casino Gaming
What is Social Casino Gaming?
Social casino gaming is a form of digital entertainment that offers casino-style games using virtual currency instead of real money. These platforms are designed purely for fun and social interaction, allowing players to enjoy slot-style games, compete on leaderboards, and connect with friends without any financial risks.
Unlike traditional gambling, social casinos do not involve real money wagering or real money prizes. Our game on drovantisnebula uses virtual coins that have absolutely no monetary value and cannot be exchanged for cash, prizes, or anything of real-world value.
Our platform is a free-to-play entertainment service, similar to mobile games or video games, where the focus is on enjoyment, social features, and casual entertainment rather than financial gain.
Important Distinctions
- This is NOT real money gambling: You cannot wager real money or win real money on our platform.
- Virtual currency has no value: Game credits and virtual coins cannot be exchanged for money, prizes, or items of monetary value.
- No financial risk: You will never lose real money playing our games, as no real money is involved.
- Entertainment only: Our platform is designed for fun and social interaction, like playing video games or mobile apps.
Please Note: However, even entertainment gaming should be enjoyed responsibly and in moderation. Just like any form of entertainment, it is important to maintain healthy habits and balance gaming with other aspects of your life.
Play Responsibly - Set Limits
Time Management
- Set time limits: Decide in advance how long you will play and stick to that limit.
- Take regular breaks: Step away from the screen every 30-60 minutes to rest your eyes and mind.
- Balance your activities: Ensure gaming does not interfere with work, family, social activities, or other responsibilities.
- Pursue other hobbies: Maintain a variety of interests and activities beyond gaming.
Self-Awareness
- Monitor your time: Be aware of how much time you spend on the platform.
- Be honest with yourself: If gaming is causing stress or affecting your life negatively, it may be time to take a break.
- Recognize problem signs: Watch for warning signs that entertainment is becoming excessive or unhealthy.
- Seek help if needed: If you feel your gaming habits are problematic, professional support is available.
Platform Tools
- Session reminders: We provide optional reminders about how long you have been playing.
- Self-exclusion options: You can request to temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from the platform.
- Activity tracking: Monitor your gaming patterns through your account dashboard.
- Support access: Quick links to professional help services are available on every page.
Gaming Should Be Just One Part of Life
Remember:
- Gaming should be fun, not stressful: If you are not enjoying yourself, take a break.
- Take breaks regularly: Extended gaming sessions can lead to fatigue and decreased enjoyment.
- Balance online and offline time: Maintain real-world relationships and activities.
- Fulfill responsibilities first: Ensure work, family, and personal obligations are met before gaming.
- Stay active and healthy: Physical exercise, proper sleep, and good nutrition are important.
Warning Signs to Watch For
- Gaming interferes with work, school, or family responsibilities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gaming
- Neglecting relationships or social activities to spend time gaming
- Thinking about gaming constantly, even when not playing
- Using gaming to escape from problems or negative emotions
- Gaming for longer periods than intended repeatedly
- Using social casino games to practice for real money gambling
Important Warning: If you have a history of gambling addiction or problematic gambling behavior, social casino games may not be appropriate for you, even though they do not involve real money. The gameplay mechanics can trigger similar patterns. Please consult a professional before engaging with this type of entertainment.
Understanding Virtual Currency
Our Free-to-Play Model
drovantisnebula operates on a completely free-to-play model. All players receive free virtual coins to start playing, and you can continue enjoying our game indefinitely without spending any real money. Virtual currency is provided for entertainment purposes and has absolutely no monetary value.
Optional Purchases
While our platform is free to play, there may be optional purchases available for additional virtual currency or cosmetic features. It is crucial to understand:
- No real value: Purchased virtual currency has no monetary value whatsoever.
- Cannot be exchanged: Virtual coins cannot be converted back to real money under any circumstances.
- Cannot be withdrawn: There is no withdrawal or cash-out system. Purchases are final.
- Entirely optional: You never need to make a purchase to enjoy the platform.
- Spend responsibly: Never spend more than you can comfortably afford on entertainment.
Financial Safety Tips
- Set a monthly entertainment budget and stick to it
- Never use money intended for bills, savings, or necessities
- Understand that virtual currency purchases provide no financial return
- Consider virtual currency purchases the same as paying for a movie ticket or concert - pure entertainment with no residual value
This is NOT Gambling
It is essential to understand that social casino gaming is fundamentally different from real money gambling:
- No financial risk or reward: You cannot win or lose real money.
- No monetary value: Virtual currency is worthless outside the platform.
- Pure entertainment: This is the same category as video games, not gambling.
- Not practice for gambling: Social casino games should never be used as training or practice for real money gambling.
However, the game mechanics and visual presentation may be similar to real gambling, which is why responsible use is still important, especially for individuals with gambling-related concerns.
Professional Support Services
New Zealand Support Services
For Family & Friends
Family Services: 0800 211 211
Relationship Services: 0800 735 283
If someone you care about is experiencing problems with gaming or gambling, support is available for you too. These services provide guidance for family members and friends.
Help is available, confidential, and recovery is possible. If you or someone you know is struggling with gaming habits or gambling-related issues, please reach out to one of the professional services listed above. Taking the first step toward help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Our Commitment to Your Wellbeing
At drovantisnebula, we take player wellbeing seriously. We are committed to:
- Providing clear information about the nature of social casino gaming
- Making support resources easily accessible on every page
- Offering tools for self-limitation and self-exclusion
- Never misleading players about the nature of virtual currency
- Complying with all New Zealand regulations and responsible gaming standards
- Continuously improving our responsible gaming features based on best practices
If you have any questions, concerns, or need assistance with responsible gaming tools, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to help.