Gaming on r88 is meant to be enjoyable — a form of entertainment, not a source of income or a way to manage stress. We provide tools and information to help every player in the Philippines stay in control.
Whether you're catching a PBA game on the r88 sportsbook, spinning slots, or joining an eBingo session, the experience should be something you look forward to — not something that creates financial pressure or takes over your daily routine.
Problem gambling is a real concern in the Philippines and in communities across Manila, Cebu, Davao, and beyond. It can affect anyone regardless of how experienced they are with gaming. The good news is that with the right awareness and tools, it is something that can be managed and avoided.
r88 takes its responsibility seriously. This page covers the tools available to you, the warning signs to watch for, and how to get support if you or someone close to you needs it.
Remember: Every bet carries a financial risk. No game, strategy, or betting system guarantees a win. Play only with money you can genuinely afford to lose.
These features are built into your r88 account. You can access them through your account settings or by contacting support.
Set a maximum deposit amount per day, week, or month in Philippine Peso. Once a limit is set, r88 will not allow deposits beyond that threshold during the period you have chosen. Reducing a limit takes effect immediately; increasing one requires a cooling-off period.
Enable session reminders and r88 will notify you when you've been logged in for a set amount of time. This helps you stay aware of how long you've been playing and makes it easier to stick to the time limits you've decided on before logging in.
A cooling-off period temporarily suspends your ability to deposit and place bets on r88 for a period you select — from 24 hours up to several weeks. Your account remains accessible so you can review your history, but gaming activity is paused.
If you feel you need a longer break, self-exclusion closes your r88 account for a defined period of your choosing. During this time you will not be able to log in, deposit, or play. Contact r88 support to activate self-exclusion and specify your preferred duration.
Your r88 account dashboard gives you a clear view of your deposit history, betting activity, and net results over time. Reviewing this regularly helps you stay aware of your actual spending — not just how it feels in the moment.
r88 requires all players to be 21 years of age or older. Age is verified during the KYC process using a Philippine government-issued ID. Accounts that cannot be verified as 21+ will be suspended and any deposits returned.
Access your account from the r88 website on desktop or mobile. All responsible gaming settings are available once you are logged in.
Navigate to your account profile or settings menu. Look for the Responsible Gaming or Account Limits section within your dashboard.
Select deposit limits, session reminders, cooling-off period, or self-exclusion. Each tool has its own configuration — follow the prompts to set your preferred parameters.
Sensitive account changes including self-exclusion and limit reductions are confirmed with an OTP sent to your registered Philippine mobile number for security.
If you have difficulty finding any setting or need to activate self-exclusion urgently, contact r88 support directly via the email shown in the FAQ page. The team can apply account restrictions on your behalf.
Problem gambling does not always look the same for every person. These are some of the common signs that gaming may have moved from entertainment to something more serious.
| Area | Warning Signs to Watch For |
|---|---|
| Financial | Spending more than planned, borrowing money to fund gaming, using money set aside for bills or essentials |
| Behaviour | Chasing losses, hiding gaming activity from family or friends, feeling unable to stop once you've started |
| Emotional | Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gaming; gaming to escape stress, loneliness, or low mood |
| Time | Spending more time gaming than intended, losing track of time during sessions, neglecting work or responsibilities |
| Relationships | Arguments with family or friends about gaming, withdrawing socially, prioritising gaming over time with loved ones |
If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone you know, take action early. Use r88's self-exclusion tool and consider talking to a professional. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness — it is a practical step.
These questions are not a clinical diagnosis. They are a simple way to reflect on your own gaming habits. If you answer "yes" to several of them, it may be worth taking a break or talking to someone.
Have you ever bet more money than you originally planned to, telling yourself it would be just one more game or one more bet?
Have you borrowed money from family, friends, or other sources specifically to fund gaming or to cover losses from gaming?
Have you tried to cut back or stop gaming and found it difficult to follow through on that decision?
Do you find yourself thinking about gaming frequently — planning your next session, replaying past bets, or calculating how to recover losses?
Have you used gaming as a way to deal with stress, low mood, loneliness, or to avoid thinking about problems in your life?
Have you hidden how much time or money you spend on gaming from people close to you?
Have you ever missed work, school, or important personal responsibilities because of time spent gaming?
Have you continued gaming even after experiencing significant financial losses that affected your ability to meet everyday expenses?
What to do next: If several of these questions resonate with you, consider activating a cooling-off period or self-exclusion on your r88 account. You can also reach out to r88 support — we can help you apply account restrictions promptly and without judgement.
Gaming on r88 is for adults aged 21 and above only. It is a form of entertainment that involves real financial risk. No outcome is guaranteed, and no strategy eliminates the possibility of losing. Always play within a budget you have set in advance and that you can genuinely afford.
If you feel that gaming is negatively affecting your finances, your work, or your relationships, please use the account tools described on this page or contact r88 support. For broader guidance, the FAQ page has additional contact information.