Rolling round the board should stay a game, not a debt you keep paying
Monopoly Megapots turns the board into a chase for ever-bigger pots, and rounding the squares again and again is how gambling can quietly become a problem. If the game has started to hurt your finances, your focus, or your relationships, ask for help now. You never have to handle it alone, and confidential support is open day and night.
Count out what you can afford to lose before you pass Go the first time.
Set a limit on your session so a few laps don't turn into the whole night.
A square that cost you won't refund itself next lap. Take the hit and stop.
Leave the board between rounds to keep your decisions steady and clear.
Be honest with each answer. The six below come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI), and two or more “yes” responses suggest it's time to reach one of the groups above.
Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?
Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?
Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?
Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?
Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?
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.
