What is responsible gaming?

Responsible gaming means keeping gaming as a form of entertainment — not making it a central part of your life or a way to solve financial problems. b998's responsible gaming policy is built on this principle: you can play when you enjoy it, and stop whenever you choose.

Online gaming is growing rapidly in Bangladesh. At b998, we believe every player should game with their financial means and mental wellbeing in mind. Responsible gaming isn't just about you — it's about your family too.

Core Principles: Gaming should be entertainment, not an investment. Never bet money whose loss would affect your daily life.

B998's responsible gaming framework is built on three core pillars — awareness, control, and support. We want you to stay aware of your gaming behaviour, use the available tools to stay in control, and reach out for support whenever you need it.

Warning Signs — Know When to Take Notice

The first step in responsible gaming is understanding your own behaviour. If you notice the following signs in yourself, it may mean your gaming is getting out of control.

Signs Limit Do's
Occasionally spending too much time playing General Set a Session Timer
Spending beyond your budget Warning Activate Deposit Limit
Chasing losses by playing again Warning Take a Cooling-Off Period
Playing in secret from family or work High Risk Activate Self-Exclusion
Borrowing money or dipping into savings to play High Risk Get Help Now
Feeling restless or irritable when not playing High Risk Seek professional advice

Keep in mind: The core message of responsible gaming is this — if you feel that gaming is affecting your life, acknowledging it is the first and most courageous step.

B998 Responsible Gaming Tools

B998 provides every user with a range of responsible gaming tools, all accessible at any time from your account settings.

Deposit Limit

Decide in advance how much you'll deposit per day, week, or month. Once a limit is set, it takes effect immediately — but any request to increase it only applies after 24 hours, to prevent impulsive decisions.

Responsible Gaming Habits
Start playing with a fixed budget
Plan your time in advance
Learn to Stop Even When You're Winning
Spend time with family and friends
Think of Gaming as Entertainment
What Not to Do
Don't chase your losses
Never play with borrowed money or loans
Don't play when you're stressed
Don't Treat Gaming as a Source of Income
Never use money set aside for family needs

Session Time Limit

One of the most important aspects of responsible gaming is tracking how long you play. b998 lets you set a daily session time limit, and you will receive an automatic reminder when that limit is reached.

Deposit Limit Functionality95%
Session Timer Functionality92%
Self-Exclusion Functionality98%
Reality Check Notifications88%

Cooling-Off & Self-Exclusion

If you feel you need a short break, use the cooling-off period — from 1 day up to 6 weeks. For a longer break, the self-exclusion option lets you close your account for 6 months to 5 years. No promotional communications will be sent during this period.

Important: Once self-exclusion is activated, your account cannot be reactivated before the set period ends. This is intentionally strict to ensure your decision holds.

Steps to Set a Limit

Using the responsible gaming tools on b998 is simple. Just follow the steps below:

1
Log In to Your Account Log in to your account on the b998 website or app, then click the profile icon in the top right corner.
2
Open Responsible Gaming Settings Go to the "Responsible Gaming" menu — all tools are available there in one place.
3
Choose your preferred tools Choose whichever tool you need — Deposit Limit, Session Timer, Cooling-Off, or Self-Exclusion.
4
Set a Value Enter an amount or time limit. Example: max deposit BDT 500 per day, or max 2 hours of play per day.
5
Confirm & Save Once confirmed, your limit takes effect immediately. A confirmation message will be sent to your email.
6
Review Regularly At least once a month, review your gaming history and spending, and update your limits if needed.

Protection of Minors

B998 is an 18+ platform. As part of our responsible gaming commitment, we ensure that no one under the age of 18 can access our platform.

  • Age verification is mandatory at registration.
  • The KYC process verifies your government-issued ID.
  • Accounts are suspended immediately in cases of suspicion.
  • If there are children at home, use parental control software on your devices.

Family Protection Tips: Use a password on your device, always log out of the b998 app, and keep payment cards out of children's reach.

Practical Tips for Safe & Responsible Gaming

Follow these responsible gaming tips on b998 to keep your gaming enjoyable at all times.

Financial Control

Set a fixed entertainment budget each month and only play with that amount. Cover your essential expenses first — rent, food, children's education — and only allocate what's left over to entertainment. Responsible gaming starts with putting your family's needs first.

Time Management

Play only at a set time each day. Avoid gaming late at night before bed or during meals. Set a phone alarm — when it goes off, stop playing. b998's session timer can help with this too.

Mental Health

Never play when you are stressed, angry, or upset. Your judgement is impaired in these states and you are more likely to take unnecessary risks. Responsible gaming means playing with a clear head and a calm mind.

Social Connection

Spend time with family and friends alongside your gaming. If you notice your social life shrinking because of gaming, that is a warning sign. Responsible gaming is fundamentally about balance.