Safe & Mindful Gaming
Responsible Play
Pokies Bay Social is free social gaming for adults. We care about responsible, mindful entertainment.
About Pokies Bay Social
Pokies Bay Social is a free-to-play social gaming website for adults in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our games use virtual coins, points, and tokens that have no real-world monetary value. There are no deposits, no withdrawals, no real-money transactions, and no cash prizes of any kind.
This site is not a gambling operator, casino, or betting service. It is not licensed or regulated as a gambling product. We are simply a free entertainment site.
Tips for mindful play
Take regular breaks
Step away from games regularly. Set a time limit before you start playing.
Play for enjoyment, not to change how you feel
If you are using gaming to cope with stress, boredom, or difficult emotions, it may be worth having a conversation with someone you trust.
Know the difference between social games and gambling
Pokies Bay Social uses virtual coins with no real-world value. There is no way to win or lose real money here.
Talk to someone if you are concerned
If you are concerned about your own or someone else's gaming or gambling habits, free support is available in New Zealand.
Support resources in New Zealand
If you or someone you know is experiencing harm related to gambling or gaming, free support is available. The resources below are independent of Pokies Bay Social. We are not endorsed, licensed, or regulated by any of these organisations.
Support services for gambling harm across Aotearoa.
Problem Gambling Foundation — counselling and support.
Government information on gambling harm services.
Gambling regulation information for New Zealand.
Need to talk now?
Call the Gambling Helpline New Zealand free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: 0800 654 655