Responsible Gaming

Pumped Up is built for a thrill — not for topping up your income

Important Notice

Excitement can tip into something harmful fast. If Pumped Up starts weighing on your finances, your mood, or the people near you, get help without waiting. Support stays open every hour, and you don't have to face it alone.

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 how much you can lose before you start and stick to that number.

Set Time Limits

Keep a timer on your play so the buzz doesn't run the clock.

Never Chase Losses

Pushing harder won't claw a loss back — accept it and stop.

Take Breaks

Cool down between sessions to keep your judgment clear.

Self-Assessment: Is Gambling Affecting You?

Answer honestly. These six questions come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). Two or more “yes” answers mean it's worth contacting 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.