Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Nagad88 Bangladesh, we believe that online gaming should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please approach gaming with a responsible mindset and only spend what you can afford to lose.
If you find yourself gambling to make money, chase losses, or use gaming to escape problems, these may be signs that your gaming habits need reassessment.
Age Verification
Online gaming is strictly for individuals aged 18 years and above, or the legal age of majority in Bangladesh, whichever is applicable. By accessing Nagad88, you confirm that you meet this age requirement.
We take age verification seriously to protect minors from the risks associated with gambling. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental controls and monitor online activity.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing Losses: Continuing to gamble to recover money you've lost
- Hiding Gambling Activity: Being secretive about the time or money spent gaming
- Increasing Amounts: Needing to gamble with more money to achieve the same excitement
- Failed Attempts to Stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or quit gaming
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gaming
- Financial Problems: Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gaming
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when not gaming
- Using Gaming to Escape: Gambling to cope with stress, sadness, or anxiety
- Loss of Interest: Losing interest in hobbies and activities you once enjoyed
- Relationship Strain: Conflicts with family and friends over gaming habits
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Nagad88 and responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend daily, weekly, or monthly
- Loss Limits: Establish a loss threshold—stop gaming when you reach it
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic time reminders or session cutoffs
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up notifications during gaming sessions to encourage reflection
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your gaming account
- Account Cooling-Off: Take a mandatory break from gaming for a set period
Contact Nagad88 support to enable any of these tools on your account.
Get Help & Support
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Below are reputable organizations providing free, confidential support:
Bangladesh & South Asia
- Bangladesh Society of Psychiatrists: Provides mental health support and referrals for gambling-related issues
- National Mental Health Institute, Dhaka: Offers counseling and therapeutic services
International Resources (24/7 Support Available)
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free counseling and support for problem gambling - GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Counseling, support, and resources for problem gambling - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Education and support for responsible gaming - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) - Free helpline - Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany)
Provides information and counseling on problem gambling prevention and treatment
Take Action Today
If you recognize problem gambling signs in yourself or someone close to you, seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support—thousands of people recover from gambling problems every year.
Remember: Gaming should enhance your life, not control it. Your well-being is more important than any game.
For immediate assistance, contact one of the organizations listed above, or speak with a healthcare professional in Bangladesh.