At Fishin' Frenzy Online, we believe that playing our game should always be a fun and entertaining experience. While we, Real Time Gaming, as a B2B provider of digital casino games, do not directly interact with players, responsible gambling is a cornerstone of our corporate philosophy. We are committed to developing games like Fishin' Frenzy with integrity, transparency, and player well-being at their core.
This page outlines our dedication to responsible gambling, detailing how Fishin' Frenzy is designed with these principles in mind, and providing essential information and support for players in the UK.
Our Commitment to Responsible Game Design
Real Time Gaming is dedicated to creating engaging, fair, and non-exploitative gaming products. Fishin' Frenzy is a prime example of this commitment, developed to the highest industry standards.
Our approach includes:
- Fairness and Transparency: Ensuring game mechanics are clear and outcomes are genuinely random.
- Player Control: Designing features that support player choice and limit excessive play.
- Compliance: Adhering to strict regulatory requirements across all markets, especially in the UK.
Technical Certifications and Game Transparency
Transparency is key to building trust. Fishin' Frenzy undergoes rigorous testing and certification to ensure fairness and reliability.
- Certified Random Number Generator (RNG): All outcomes in Fishin' Frenzy are determined by a certified Random Number Generator (RNG). This ensures that every spin is completely random and independent, guaranteeing fair play. Our RNG is regularly tested and approved by independent auditing bodies such as GLI (Gaming Laboratories International) to confirm its integrity.
- Return to Player (RTP): Fishin' Frenzy has a clearly published Return to Player (RTP) percentage of 96.12%. This figure represents the long-term theoretical payout of the game, indicating the expected percentage of wagered money that a player will win back over an extended period of play. This transparency empowers players to make informed decisions.
- Game Volatility: Fishin' Frenzy is designed with medium volatility, offering a balanced gameplay experience with a mix of smaller, more frequent wins and the potential for larger payouts, contributing to a steady and engaging experience without excessively rapid losses.
- Maximum Win: The maximum win in Fishin' Frenzy is clearly stated as 250,000.00 / x250,000 total bet, ensuring players are fully aware of the game's payout potential.
- Clear Game Mechanics: The game's paytable (screens 1-5) clearly outlines all symbols, win lines (1-10 selectable), bet ranges (100 to 200,000 or currency equivalent), and bonus features (Free Games, Fisherman Wild). There are no hidden algorithms or unclear rules.
- Absence of Exploitative Features: Fishin' Frenzy does not include "Bonus Buy" features, which can encourage excessive spending. This aligns with our commitment to responsible game design.
Responsible Gaming Tools Integrated into Fishin' Frenzy
While operators are responsible for providing player tools, Fishin' Frenzy is designed to seamlessly integrate with and support essential responsible gambling functionalities.
- Visible Clocks: Our game design supports the display of a visible clock within the game interface, allowing players to easily monitor their session duration.
- Clear Display of Balance and Bets: Throughout gameplay, your current balance and total bet are prominently displayed, ensuring you are always aware of your financial status.
- Minimum Delay Between Rounds: Fishin' Frenzy incorporates a standard minimum delay between game rounds, preventing excessively rapid play and encouraging conscious decision-making.
- Autoplay Controls: The Autoplay feature in Fishin' Frenzy is designed with responsible play in mind. Players can select a specific number of automatic spins and can stop Autoplay at any time by clicking the 'STOP' button. Furthermore, Autoplay will automatically cease if a bonus round like Free Spins is triggered, or if a pre-set loss limit (configured by the casino operator) is reached.
- Operator API Support: Real Time Gaming provides comprehensive APIs and technical documentation to our casino operator partners, enabling them to implement robust responsible gambling tools such as:
- Deposit, Loss, and Session Time Limits
- Reality Checks (pop-up reminders)
- Integration with national self-exclusion systems (e.g., GAMSTOP in the UK)
Recognising Problem Gambling – For Players
Gambling should always be a form of entertainment. If you find that gambling is no longer fun or is causing distress, it's important to recognise the signs and seek help.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling:
- Playing longer than planned.
- Spending more money than you can afford.
- Chasing losses (trying to win back money you've lost).
- Lying to loved ones about the time or money spent on gambling.
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or depressed because of gambling.
- Borrowing money to gamble.
- Neglecting work, studies, or family responsibilities due to gambling.
Educational Advice for Safer Play:
- Set a budget: Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start playing and stick to it.
- Set time limits: Determine how long you will play and take regular breaks – at least 15 minutes every hour.
- Never gamble under the influence of alcohol or when feeling emotional (stressed, bored, depressed).
- Remember: Gambling is entertainment, not a way to make money or solve financial problems.
- Never try to chase losses.
- Balance your activities: Ensure gambling doesn't take priority over other hobbies or responsibilities.
Support Organisations and Help Contacts (UK)
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, please reach out to these trusted organisations. They offer confidential advice and support.
Gambling Therapy
Offers online support to problem gamblers and their friends and family worldwide, in over 30 languages.
www.gamblingtherapy.org
GAMSTOP (UK National Self-Exclusion Scheme)
A free service that lets you put controls in place to restrict your online gambling activities across all licensed UK online gambling companies.
www.gamstop.co.uk
Age Restrictions and Minor Protection
18+ | Gambling can be addictive | Play responsibly
Our products, including Fishin' Frenzy, are strictly intended for persons over the age of 18 (or 21 in some jurisdictions where applicable). We enforce robust measures to prevent underage gambling:
- Operator Verification: We require all our casino operator partners to implement stringent age verification systems (e.g., using services like Jumio, IDnow, Yoti) to confirm the age and identity of players before they can access Fishin' Frenzy.
- Age Confirmation: Fishin' Frenzy includes age restriction warnings and cannot be launched without explicit age confirmation.
- Demo Version Protection: Even demo versions of Fishin' Frenzy are subject to age verification and cannot be accessed by unverified users.
Partnerships and Corporate Responsibility
Real Time Gaming actively supports responsible gambling initiatives. We contribute to research and awareness campaigns by organisations like GambleAware and the Responsible Gambling Council. Our entire team, especially our game developers, undergoes mandatory and regular responsible gambling training to ensure these principles are embedded in every step of our game creation process for titles like Fishin' Frenzy.
Self-Assessment Tool
If you're concerned about your gambling habits, take a moment to answer these questions honestly.
- How often do you play longer than you planned?
- Have you ever borrowed money or sold anything to gamble?
- Have you been criticised by others about your gambling?
- Have you ever felt guilty about the way you gamble or what happens when you gamble?
- Have you tried to win back money you have lost by gambling more?
- Has gambling caused any financial problems for you or your household?
- Has gambling affected your relationships with family or friends?
- Have you ever lied to cover up the amount of money or time you have spent gambling?
- Do you ever feel that you have to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same thrill?
- Have you tried to stop or cut down on your gambling, but been unsuccessful?
Result Interpretation:
- 0-2 points: Low risk. You appear to have good control over your gambling.
- 3-5 points: Moderate risk. We recommend setting stricter limits on your play and monitoring your habits. Consider using the responsible gambling tools offered by your casino operator.
- 6+ points: High risk. We strongly recommend seeking immediate help from the support organisations listed above.
Limits and Control Tools for Players
Your casino operator provides a range of tools to help you manage your gambling. Fishin' Frenzy is designed to work seamlessly with these features:
These tools are crucial for maintaining control, and we encourage all players of Fishin' Frenzy to utilise them.
Technical Documentation for Operators
For our casino operator partners, Real Time Gaming provides comprehensive technical documentation for integrating Fishin' Frenzy and other titles with responsible gambling tools. This includes:
- Technical Guide for Responsible Gambling API: Detailed specifications for integrating deposit limits, loss limits, session limits, and reality checks.
- Jurisdictional Compliance Checklist: Ensuring Fishin' Frenzy meets all specific UKGC (UK Gambling Commission) and other regulatory requirements.
- Training Materials: Resources for operator staff on how to effectively promote and support responsible gambling for players accessing our games.
Visual Design and User Experience
The user interface of Fishin' Frenzy is crafted to enhance responsible play:
- Clear Information: All crucial information, such as current balance, bet amount, and win lines, is clearly displayed.
- Legible Text: White/yellow text on dark backgrounds ensures excellent contrast and readability for rules and information.
- Accessible Controls: Control buttons, including the 'TOTAL BET' and 'SPIN' buttons, are adequately sized for ease of use.
- Animation Controls: The fast-forward button allows players to control the speed of reel spins, preventing an overly rapid pace of play.
- Color Usage: Distinct colors for paylines and symbols are used to make game mechanics clear, with consideration for potential color-blind modes by operators.
Special Requirements for Demo Games
We ensure that the demo version of Fishin' Frenzy adheres to the same responsible gambling principles as the real-money version:
- Identical RTP: The demo game has an identical RTP to the real version (96.12%), providing an accurate representation of gameplay.
- Clear Labelling: A prominent "DEMO MODE" label is displayed during play.
- Educational Messages: Warnings and educational messages about the risks of real gambling are present when transitioning from demo to real-money play.
Monitoring and Updates
Our commitment to responsible gambling is ongoing. We regularly audit our games and practices, monitor regulatory changes, and update our certifications to ensure Fishin' Frenzy and all our products remain fully compliant and align with the highest standards of player protection. We actively seek feedback from our operator partners to continuously improve the effectiveness of our responsible gambling features.
Thank you for choosing Fishin' Frenzy. Play responsibly and enjoy the game!