RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING

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18+ ONLY
Gambling can be addictive | Play responsibly

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Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming with Pinateros

The creation of Pinateros was guided by principles of player well-being and transparency. We aim to deliver an engaging and fair gaming experience that prioritises entertainment over exploitation. This commitment is embedded in every aspect of Pinateros, from its certified mechanics to its seamless integration with responsible gambling tools provided by our licensed operator partners. We strive to build trust with our players and demonstrate professionalism to operators considering Pinateros for their platforms.

Pinateros: Designed for Fair and Transparent Play

Technical Certifications and Game Transparency

Pinateros is developed with stringent technical standards to ensure fairness and transparency. We partner with leading independent testing laboratories to rigorously audit our games:

Certified Random Number Generator (RNG)

All outcomes in Pinateros are determined by a certified Random Number Generator (RNG), ensuring every spin is completely random and unbiased.

eCOGRA Certified GLI Approved iTech Labs

Return to Player (RTP)

Pinateros boasts a transparent RTP of 96.17%. This figure, independently verified, indicates the theoretical percentage of stakes that a player can expect to be returned over a long period of play.

96.17% RTP

Medium Volatility Design

Pinateros is classified as a medium volatility slot. This design aims to provide a balanced experience, offering a mix of smaller, more frequent wins and the potential for larger payouts through its exciting features like the Chili Feature and Mystery Bonus, without leading to excessively rapid losses.

No Exploitative Mechanics

Pinateros is designed without "Bonus Buy" features or other mechanics that could encourage excessive spending. The game mechanics are straightforward and fully explained within the game's paytable and help sections, ensuring players understand how the game works before they play.

Player Protection Mechanisms Built into Pinateros

Visible Clock Integration

A visible clock is integrated into the Pinateros game interface to help you keep track of your session duration.

Minimum Round Delay

Pinateros incorporates a minimum delay of 3 seconds between game rounds to discourage rapid, impulsive play and encourage thoughtful betting.

Transparent Risk Game

The "Risk Game" feature (Card Risk) available after a winning spin offers a clear 50% probability for doubling your win. Players are always in control, with the explicit option to collect their winnings at any time.

Tools for Responsible Play

Deposit Limits

Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much money you can deposit into your casino account.

Session Time Limits

Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions with Pinateros, with automatic logout once the limit is reached.

Self-Exclusion

For more extended breaks, or if you feel your gambling is becoming problematic, national self-exclusion systems (like GAMSTOP in the UK) allow you to ban yourself from all participating gambling sites.

Understanding Problem Gambling: Know the Signs

Gambling should always be fun. If it stops being fun, or if you find yourself exhibiting any of the following behaviours, it might be time to seek help:

Playing longer than planned.

Spending more money than you can afford.

Chasing losses, trying to win back money you've lost.

Lying to loved ones about the time or money you spend on gambling.

Feeling anxious, stressed, or depressed because of gambling.

Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble.

Neglecting work, studies, family responsibilities, or social activities due to gambling.

Educational Advice for Safe Play

Set a Budget

Decide how much money you can afford to lose before you start playing and stick to it.

Set Time Limits

Decide how long you will play for and take regular breaks – at least 15 minutes every hour.

Never Chase Losses

Accept that losses are part of the game and never try to win back money you've lost.

Gamble for Entertainment

Remember that gambling is a form of entertainment, not a way to make money or solve financial problems.

Avoid Gambling Under Influence

Never gamble when you are feeling stressed, upset, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Seeking Help: Support Organisations for UK Players

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential help and support are available. Here are some key organisations for players in the United Kingdom:

GamCare (UK)

Provides free information, advice, and support for anyone affected by problem gambling.

National Gambling Helpline:
0808 8020 133

BeGambleAware (UK)

Offers advice and directs people to appropriate help services, funded by the gambling industry.

National Gambling Helpline:
0808 8020 133

GamStop (UK)

A free service that lets you put controls in place to restrict your online gambling activities across all licensed UK operators.

Gordon Moody Association

Provides residential treatment and support for those most severely affected by gambling addiction.

Gambling Therapy (International)

Offers online support in multiple languages for problem gamblers and their friends and family worldwide.

www.gamblingtherapy.org

Self-Assessment: Is Your Play Responsible?

Take a moment to honestly answer the following questions. Your responses can help you assess if your gambling habits are remaining healthy.

1. How often do you play for longer than you planned?

2. Have you ever borrowed money or sold anything to gamble?

3. Have you ever felt that you should cut down on your gambling?

4. Have you ever felt guilty about the way you gamble or what happens when you gamble?

5. Have you ever tried to win back money you have lost by gambling more?

6. Has gambling ever caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?

7. Has your gambling ever caused any financial problems for you or your household?

8. Has gambling ever caused problems in your relationship with family or friends?

9. Have you ever lied to anyone about the amount of money or time you spent gambling?

10. Do you ever neglect your work, studies, or family responsibilities because of gambling?

Scoring: Give yourself 1 point for each "Yes" answer.

0-2 points: Low risk

Your gambling habits appear to be under control.

3-5 points: Moderate risk

We recommend setting strict limits on your play and regularly reviewing your habits.

6+ points: High risk

We strongly advise you to seek immediate help from one of the support organisations listed above.

Age Restrictions and Protecting Minors

Gambling is strictly for adults. We are fully committed to preventing underage gambling.

18+ | Gambling can be addictive | Play responsibly

Our Pinateros game is intended exclusively for individuals aged 18 and over (or 21 in some jurisdictions where applicable). We require all our casino operator partners to implement robust age verification systems (such as those integrating with Jumio, IDnow, or Yoti) to ensure that only eligible players can access the game, including its demo version.

Pinateros games include age restriction warnings and cannot be launched without appropriate age confirmation through the operator's platform. We also encourage parents and guardians to use internet filtering software to prevent minors from accessing gambling sites.