What is responsible gaming and why does it matter?
At bo99, we believe online gaming should be purely a source of fun — much like watching a film or catching up with friends. Responsible gaming means enjoying yourself in a way that does not negatively affect your family life, financial stability, or mental well-being.
Online gaming is growing fast in Bangladesh – but so is the risk of addiction. bo99 has been aware of this from the start and has put multiple effective measures in place to ensure responsible gaming. Our goal goes beyond entertainment; we're committed to the overall wellbeing of every user.
Responsible gaming rests on three pillars: awareness, control, and support. bo99 places equal importance on all three. When you feel that the game is controlling you rather than the other way around, that's your signal to take action.
Bo99's Responsible Gaming Programme
Age Verification System
A strict age verification process is applied at bo99 registration. No one under 18 is permitted to use our platform.
Set a Deposit Limit
You can set your own maximum deposit limit on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. It's the most effective way to stay in financial control.
Session Time Control
On bo99, you can set a maximum time limit for each gaming session. Once the limit is reached, you will receive an automatic reminder.
Self-Exclusion Feature
If you feel you need a break, use bo99's self-exclusion feature to suspend your account for a set period.
Loss Limit
If your losses exceed a certain threshold, bo99 will automatically alert you and, if necessary, close the session.
24/7 Support Services
Bo99's dedicated support team is always on hand. Whether it's a gaming concern or personal stress, we're here to help.
bo99's Protection Tools
Once logged in to bo99, head to your account settings to access the protection tools below. They are designed to put you in full control of your own gaming experience.
Deposit Limit
Daily / Weekly / Monthly Limits
Session Limit
Set Your Own Gaming Time
Loss Limit
Set a Maximum Loss Limit
Cooling-Off
24-Hour to 6-Week Break
Self-Exclusion
Permanent Account Closure
Promo Block
Opt Out of Marketing Messages
Activity Report
Gaming History Analysis
Reality Check
Regular Time & Spend Reminders
Recognizing Signs of Problem Gaming
Gaming addiction develops gradually and can be difficult to recognise in yourself. The checklist below will help you spot the early signs. If you identify with more than one, consider taking a break or seeking support.
| Signs | Description | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|
| Playing Beyond Your Budget | Spending beyond your set budget | Medium |
| Chasing Losses | Chasing losses by continuing to play | High |
| Hiding from Family | Hiding the amount you play or how much you've lost | High |
| Feeling restless when unable to play | Feeling moody or anxious when unable to game | High |
| Neglecting work or studies | Spending time gaming at the expense of responsibilities | Medium |
| Borrowing to Play | Borrowing money from others to place bets | High |
| Losing Track of Time | Losing track of how long you've been playing | Low |
| Social Withdrawal | Cutting back on time with friends and family to play | Medium |
Self-Assessment Test
Ask yourself the questions below. If you answer "Yes" to three or more, consider taking a break and seeking professional support.
Are you spending beyond your set budget and finding it hard to stop?
Are you losing even more by trying to win back what you've lost, and still continuing to play?
Are you lying to or hiding your gaming habits from family or friends?
Do you become irritable, anxious, or low when you can't game?
Are your work, studies, or family responsibilities suffering because of gaming?
Are you taking on debt or dipping into savings to keep gaming?
Have you tried to stop playing but keep failing?
Tips for Building Healthy Gaming Habits
Responsible gaming doesn't mean stopping altogether – it means playing the right way. bo99 encourages you to follow these practical tips:
- Set Your Budget in Advance: Decide how much you are willing to spend before you start playing, and stick to that amount. Set a deposit limit on bo99.
- Set a Time Limit: Decide in advance how long you'll play each day. Use a session timer.
- Don't play on emotion: Avoid gaming when you're angry, sad, or under stress. Your judgment is impaired in those states.
- Don't Chase Your Losses: "Chasing losses" is one of the most dangerous habits in gaming. If you're on a losing streak, stop and walk away.
- Take a Break: Take at least a 10–15 minute break every hour. Get up, walk around, and drink some water.
- Keep other hobbies outside of gaming: Build habits beyond gaming – try reading, sports, or spending time with family instead of relying solely on gaming.
- Let Your Family Know: Be honest with your family about your gaming habits. Their support will help you stay in control.
- Treat Winnings as a Bonus: Think of gaming as entertainment, not a source of income. A win is a bonus — a loss is just part of the experience.
Protection for Minors
Bo99 strictly enforces an 18+ policy. Age verification is carried out at registration, and suspicious accounts are investigated. If we find that a minor is using our platform, the account is closed immediately.
A message to parents: please ensure your children do not access bo99 or any other online gaming site. Use parental control software on your children's devices and monitor their internet activity.
- Use password locks on your child's devices.
- Keep parental filters enabled on your browser.
- Use DNS filtering to block gaming sites.
- Have an open conversation with your child about online safety.
- Keep financial information out of your children's reach.