Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Chicken Road, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyable entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please approach gaming as a form of leisure with money you can afford to lose, just like any other entertainment expense.
If you find yourself gambling to make money, chase losses, or escape problems, it may be time to seek support.
Age Verification
Gaming on this website is strictly limited to individuals aged 18 years and above, or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher. By accessing Chicken Road, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in India and your local region.
Parents and guardians: If you are concerned about a minor's access to gaming sites, please use parental control software and monitor online activity.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please review the following checklist. If you recognize any of these behaviors in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing Losses: Continuously gambling to recover lost money
- Hiding Gambling Activity: Concealing gaming habits from family, friends, or partners
- Loss of Control: Gambling more frequently or with larger amounts than intended
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or personal obligations due to gaming
- Financial Strain: Borrowing money, using credit, or spending essential funds on gaming
- Mood Changes: Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative emotions
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeated unsuccessful efforts to reduce or stop gaming
- Relationship Conflict: Gaming causing tension with family or loved ones
- Tolerance Build-Up: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts for the same level of excitement
- Physical or Mental Health Issues: Sleep disturbances, stress, or anxiety related to gaming
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Chicken Road provides the following tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Define a maximum amount of money you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you have been gaming and how much you have spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session duration limits to prevent prolonged gaming
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from the platform for a period of time (days, weeks, months, or permanently)
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gaming entirely
To activate any of these tools, visit your account settings or contact our support team immediately.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to these trusted organizations:
India
- All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) โ Industry body promoting responsible gaming standards
- National Mental Health Programme โ Government support for mental health and addiction concerns
- State Helplines: Contact your state's health department for local addiction support services
International Resources
- GamCare (UK) โ www.gamcare.org.uk โ Free counselling and support
- GamStop (UK) โ www.gamstop.co.uk โ National self-exclusion register
- Gambling Help Online (Australia) โ www.gamblinghelponline.org.au โ Counselling and resources
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) โ www.responsiblegambling.org โ Education and support
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US) โ www.ncpgambling.org โ Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Bundeszentrale fรผr gesundheitliche Aufklรคrung (Germany) โ Resources for problem gambling support
Need Help? Take Action Today
If you are experiencing problems with gaming, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support โ recovery is possible, and help is available.
Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional. Contact one of the organizations listed above to speak with a counselor who understands problem gambling.
Use our self-exclusion feature to take a break from gaming, or close your account permanently if needed.
Remember: Gaming should enhance your life, not harm it. You are not alone, and help is always available.