Tools from game providers (e.g. Reality Check from Playtech)
1. Reality Check от Playtech
What it is: a pop-up window built into the client of a gaming slot or table, which is triggered by a timer.
How it works: after a specified interval (for example, every 30 minutes), the game is suspended, a modal window is displayed with data on the session time and the amount of bets/deposits, the buttons "Continue" or "Exit."
Why you need it: returns the player from the "autopilot," forces you to assess the scale of the time and money spent, prevents uncontrolled game flow.
2. Autoplay Limits
What is it: the ability to set the maximum number of automatic spins or the loss limit within autorun.
How it works: in the settings of the game interface, parameters are specified (the number of spins, the upper limit of loss/win), after reaching any - autorun stops.
Why: gives the player flexibility, but at the same time protects against "home" scenarios, when dozens of spins pass without user intervention, fueling addiction.
3. Integrated timeout and pause
Pause when X bets are reached: some providers (Microgaming, IGT) offer an automatic pause setting after a given number of rounds or bets.
Forced blocking: after a pause (for example, 5 minutes), the game resumes only after explicit confirmation, which enhances awareness.
4. Developer Limit Notifications
Remaining Time/Money Display: In addition to Reality Check, some games display a loss limit remaining indicator or time right on the screen.
Flexible settings in real time: the player can change the interval or threshold of losses without leaving the game - the new values take effect immediately or with minimal delay.
5. Examples from different vendors
6. Technical implementation
1. SDK module in the client: providers include in their game shell a control library that calls a timer and collects statistics on events (bets, deposits, winnings).
2. Platform interaction: API sends a request to the server to check the status of limits and receive confirmation to show the modal window.
3. Logging and reports: data on each operation of the tool is recorded in the logs and available in the operator's back-office for audit and further analysis.
Self-control tools from providers are an important part of responsible play. They are built into the products themselves, do not require additional extensions and create a second level of protection: forced pauses, timers and car limits make you stop before the "autopilot" leads to serious losses.
What it is: a pop-up window built into the client of a gaming slot or table, which is triggered by a timer.
How it works: after a specified interval (for example, every 30 minutes), the game is suspended, a modal window is displayed with data on the session time and the amount of bets/deposits, the buttons "Continue" or "Exit."
Why you need it: returns the player from the "autopilot," forces you to assess the scale of the time and money spent, prevents uncontrolled game flow.
2. Autoplay Limits
What is it: the ability to set the maximum number of automatic spins or the loss limit within autorun.
How it works: in the settings of the game interface, parameters are specified (the number of spins, the upper limit of loss/win), after reaching any - autorun stops.
Why: gives the player flexibility, but at the same time protects against "home" scenarios, when dozens of spins pass without user intervention, fueling addiction.
3. Integrated timeout and pause
Pause when X bets are reached: some providers (Microgaming, IGT) offer an automatic pause setting after a given number of rounds or bets.
Forced blocking: after a pause (for example, 5 minutes), the game resumes only after explicit confirmation, which enhances awareness.
4. Developer Limit Notifications
Remaining Time/Money Display: In addition to Reality Check, some games display a loss limit remaining indicator or time right on the screen.
Flexible settings in real time: the player can change the interval or threshold of losses without leaving the game - the new values take effect immediately or with minimal delay.
5. Examples from different vendors
| Provider | Tool | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Playtech | Reality Check | Adjustable Interval, Fixed Lock |
| NetEnt | Session Reminder | Notifications every N rounds + time limit |
| Microgaming | Autopause | Pause after X bets with loss count |
| IGT | Break Reminder | Force Pause and Statistics |
6. Technical implementation
1. SDK module in the client: providers include in their game shell a control library that calls a timer and collects statistics on events (bets, deposits, winnings).
2. Platform interaction: API sends a request to the server to check the status of limits and receive confirmation to show the modal window.
3. Logging and reports: data on each operation of the tool is recorded in the logs and available in the operator's back-office for audit and further analysis.
Self-control tools from providers are an important part of responsible play. They are built into the products themselves, do not require additional extensions and create a second level of protection: forced pauses, timers and car limits make you stop before the "autopilot" leads to serious losses.
