Responsible Gaming

Let the forge run for fun, not to chase the flame

A Word at the Forge

Wrath of Hephaestus is a bit of mythic entertainment, and that's where the fire should stay. If the spins start burning through money or peace you can't spare, step off the anvil and reach out. Free and private help never cools, day or night.

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

Decide what you'll throw on the forge before you spin, then let the coals die.

Set Time Limits

Set a limit so one more strike of the hammer doesn't run past midnight.

Never Chase Losses

A cold spin isn't a debt the forge owes. Let it go and step back.

Take Breaks

Pull back from the heat now and then. A pause keeps your hand steady.

Self-Assessment: Is Gambling Affecting You?

Answer these plainly for a moment. They come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) and have nothing to do with how Wrath of Hephaestus plays. Two or more “yes” answers is a sign to reach one of the groups 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.