Responsible Gambling
FakeStake is a free casino simulator — no deposits, no withdrawals, no real prizes. This page explains how our platform works and provides information about real-money gambling problems, warning signs and places to find help.
About Fake Stake
Fake Stake is 100% free-to-play. Every new visitor starts with $100,000 in virtual currency — reset your bankroll as often as you like.
There are no deposits, no withdrawals, no real prizes — and no real money of any kind changes hands. You cannot win cash on FakeStake, and you cannot lose cash either.
Our purpose is entertainment and practice — to help you learn how casino games work, understand the math, and enjoy the gameplay without any financial risk.
What is Problem Gambling?
Problem gambling (also called compulsive gambling or gambling disorder) is when betting becomes difficult to control and starts harming your life, relationships, work or finances. It can affect anyone — regardless of age, income or background. While FakeStake itself uses no real money, we want to raise awareness for people who gamble with real money elsewhere.
Warning Signs
- !Spending more time or money on gambling than you planned
- !Chasing losses by increasing your bets to recover
- !Gambling to escape from stress, anxiety or depression
- !Lying to family or friends about how much you gamble
- !Borrowing money or selling possessions to keep gambling
- !Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down
- !Gambling interfering with work, school or relationships
Tips for Safer Play
Set a budget
Decide how much money you can afford to lose before you start and stick to it — never chase losses.
Set a time limit
Limit how long you play in a single session. Take regular breaks and never gamble when tired.
Never borrow to gamble
Only gamble with disposable income. Borrowing money to play is a warning sign of a problem.
Play with a clear head
Avoid gambling under the influence of alcohol, drugs or during times of emotional stress.
Keep it fun
Gambling should be entertainment, not a way to make money. If it stops being fun, stop playing.
Talk about it
Open up to friends or family. Isolation makes gambling problems worse — support helps.
Get Help
Under 18?
Even though FakeStake uses no real money, we recommend this platform for adults only (18+). Casino games — even free ones — can shape attitudes towards gambling. If you're under 18, please find another way to spend your time, and talk to a trusted adult if gambling in your life feels out of control.