Your wellbeing comes first — always
At Stellar Spin Club, we believe that entertainment should enhance your life, not complicate it. While our platform is a free social casino that involves absolutely no real money, we recognise that any form of gaming-style entertainment should be approached mindfully. We are committed to fostering a responsible, safe, and enjoyable environment for all our players across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Just as the stars of Matariki guide reflection and renewal each year, we encourage our players to periodically reflect on their entertainment habits and ensure they remain healthy and balanced. This page provides guidance, tools, and resources to support responsible play.
Social casino games — like those offered on Stellar Spin Club — simulate the experience of casino-style games without involving real money. All gameplay on our platform uses "fun points," a virtual currency with no monetary value. Fun points cannot be exchanged, withdrawn, or converted to real currency. There are no deposits, no wagers, and no financial risk of any kind.
However, we acknowledge that the entertainment mechanics in social casino games can be engaging and immersive. The excitement of spinning reels, matching symbols, or watching a wheel come to rest creates a stimulating experience — that's part of what makes them fun. It's important to be mindful of how much time you spend on any form of entertainment and to maintain a healthy balance with other activities in your life.
Whether you're playing Stellar Spin, Galaxy Wheel, Nova Cards, Comet Scratch, or Orbit Rush, these guidelines can help you keep your entertainment experience positive:
Before you start playing, decide how long you'd like to spend. Use your phone's timer or set a reminder. When your time is up, step away and do something else — go for a walk under the stars, make a cup of tea, or ring a mate. Gaming should fit into your life, not dominate it.
Playing for extended periods without breaks can lead to fatigue and diminished enjoyment. We recommend taking a break every 30 minutes. Stand up, stretch, look away from your screen, and give your mind a rest. The games will still be here when you come back.
Our games are designed to be entertaining diversions — a bit of cosmic fun to brighten your day. If you find yourself playing primarily to escape stress, anxiety, loneliness, or other difficult emotions, it may be worth exploring healthier coping strategies. Entertainment is at its best when it's a complement to a fulfilling life, not a substitute.
Notice how you feel while playing. Are you relaxed and enjoying yourself? Brilliant — that's the goal. If you're feeling frustrated, anxious, or compelled to keep playing even when you're not having fun, it's time to take a break. Your emotional wellbeing matters more than any fun-point score.
Talk to friends and whānau about the games you enjoy. Share your high scores, discuss strategies, or simply have a laugh about your results. Gaming is most rewarding when it brings people together rather than isolating you.
Ensure that playing social casino games doesn't interfere with your responsibilities, relationships, work, study, physical health, or sleep. If you notice any area of your life being negatively affected by the time you spend gaming, it's important to re-evaluate and make adjustments.
Even though Stellar Spin Club doesn't involve real money, it's valuable to be aware of patterns that could indicate unhealthy entertainment habits. Consider seeking support if you notice any of the following:
Recognising these patterns is the first step toward making positive changes. There's no shame in acknowledging that a habit has become unhealthy — it's a sign of strength and self-awareness.
Research has explored the relationship between social casino gaming and real-money gambling. While social casino games like ours involve no financial risk, some studies suggest that the entertainment mechanics can be similar to those found in real-money gambling products. We believe in transparency about this.
If you have a history of problem gambling, or if you feel that playing social casino games might encourage you to gamble with real money, we strongly encourage you to:
Your wellbeing is far more important to us than any amount of engagement with our games.
Stellar Spin Club is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. If you are a parent or guardian, we encourage you to:
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling-related harm or any mental health concern, please reach out to the following New Zealand services. They are confidential, professional, and available to help.
Phone: 0800 654 655 (free, 24/7)
Text: 8006
Website: gamblinghelpline.co.nz
Free, confidential support for anyone affected by gambling. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Interpreters available.
Website: choicenotchance.org.nz
A Ministry of Health initiative providing information and resources about gambling harm in New Zealand. Includes stories from real Kiwis, self-assessment tools, and guidance for friends and whānau.
Phone or Text: 1737 (free, 24/7)
Free counselling service for anyone in New Zealand experiencing mental distress or anxiety. Trained counsellors are available around the clock by phone or text. You don't need to be in crisis to reach out.
Stellar Spin Club promises to:
Entertainment should be a source of joy and relaxation — like watching the southern lights dance across the sky from a hillside in Southland. If at any point your experience on Stellar Spin Club stops being enjoyable, we encourage you to step away, reach out for support if needed, and remember that the stars will always be there when you're ready to return.
If you have feedback or suggestions about our responsible play practices, we'd love to hear from you: