Responsible Gaming

Enjoy it, and stay in balance

The games here are free and use virtual credits, but any game can take more of your time than you meant to give it. These suggestions can help you stay in charge.

Last updated: 17 October 2026

Entertainment, not gambling

Ovaz Silver offers free social games for adults aged 18 or over in the UK, and it is entertainment rather than gambling. No real money is involved at any point: nothing to deposit, nothing to withdraw and no prizes to win. Credits are virtual and carry no cash value. Success in a free game says nothing about how you would fare gambling with real money, so please do not treat these games as practice for it.

Habits that keep play enjoyable

  • Set a time limit before you begin. Settle on how long you wish to play, then stick to it. The visit timer in the footer shows how long you have spent on the site, and a gentle reminder pops up every 30 minutes.
  • Break up your sessions. Get up, stretch, have a glass of water and rest your eyes by looking into the distance.
  • Play because it is fun. If you realise that stress, loneliness or a low mood is drawing you to the games, speak to somebody you trust.
  • Put everyday life first. Sleep, work, study, family and friends matter more than any game.
  • Never play to get something back. Wanting to “win back” what you lost, in a free game or anywhere else, is a cue to stop.
  • Make use of your device. Phones, tablets and computers include screen-time controls that you can switch on.

Warning signs worth noticing

  • You regularly play for longer than you intended, or struggle to stop.
  • You become restless or short-tempered when you cannot play.
  • Gaming is harming your sleep, work, studies or relationships.
  • The way games make you feel is pushing you towards gambling with real money, or towards spending money you cannot afford to lose.
  • You keep the amount of time you play secret from people close to you.

Want to pause, or to go for good? Go to Support and pick “Take a break”, “Restrict my account” or “Delete my account”. Deleting your account is also something you can do yourself, immediately, from My account. Of course, you can simply close the tab; we will never pursue you with offers.

Where to find free, confidential support

GamCareNational Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133. Free, confidential support and live chat.
gamcare.org.uk
BeGambleAwareInformation, tools and advice about gambling and where to find support.
begambleaware.org
GAMSTOPFree service to block yourself from online gambling sites and apps licensed in Great Britain.
gamstop.co.uk
SamaritansIf you’re struggling emotionally, you can call 116 123 free, any time.
samaritans.org

Protecting younger people

Only adults may use this site, and each visitor is asked to confirm they are 18 or older. Where children have access to your devices, turn on parental controls or set up a child account, log out of your own accounts and keep your passwords to yourself.

Get in touch

If you have any questions about these tools, write to us via Support or the contact page. You will find the rules for using the site in our Terms & Conditions.