Poll Are you spending more or less on gambling during the Covid-19 lockdown?

[The Dude]

That's the question - due to the fact that you are more than likely stuck at home, are you spending more or less now on online gambling?

Are you gambling more with a decreased bankroll? Or have you increased your bankroll and are betting more than usual? Whatever the answer is, why? Is it out of boredom? Are you using the money you'd be spending on gas at the casinos? Has the lockdown affected your gambling behaviour?

There seems to be a growing concern from the main stream media - and from the politicians that follow it - that people are throwing caution to the wind and blowing their savings out of being bored stuck at home. What say you?

 

[Jono777]

Depositing a lot less due to other reasons and have been for a while now.

Being at home more has only made the 'urge' ever so slightly more 'itchy'

PS: Little typo in thread title

 

[Flyingslotsman]

I'm playing more through boredom and the deposits I've made have been from winnings, it still hurts to lose them, but it's not as bad in that sense. I haven't been increasing my bets on the slots, just reloading, but today will be my last deposit until next month. I've had a terrible run, but no matter what happens after today I'm off it until next month. You have to have to self control and that's hard at times with feck all to do.

 

[Downsman]

About the same, it's very tempting to play more though.

 

[goatwack]

Not really spending more time or money, no

Gambling patterns still the same, namely lose. Least they could have done is give us a clemency RTP raise

Coupled with the fact that gambling isn't all-encompassing and doesn't dominate every facet of my day

Blowing savings is reprehensible at best and those that choose that path are clearly reckless and hiding behind being housebound to excuse it. It's not like it's 1992 and we have no other lifestyle choices other than to gamble from home

And yes it'll be those that do the above that the papers will have a field-day with to sensationalize how gambling's inherently bad, and how it ought to be demonized further

 

[L&L-Jan]

To be fair I think we won't get a very surprising result here. If I look at myself the amount of gameplay hasn't changed much regarding slots. I did start to play poker though but that's because the tables are soft with more recreational players. Casino wise, not much of a change from my fingers.

 

[Slottery]

To be fair I think we won't get a very surprising result here. If I look at myself the amount of gameplay hasn't changed much regarding slots. I did start to play poker though but that's because the tables are soft with more recreational players. Casino wise, not much of a change from my fingers.

Grinded bit poker as well and made pretty much same findings, it's just boring like hell to play tight so gave that up as well....

Like Goatie mentioned, there are quite many other things than gambling in internet these days where can spend some time if bored. Never been playing very long slot sessions either, getting bored to them as well quite fast, hard to imagine myself to play whole day or night.

 

[DreamRJ]

The same, my budget has not changed!

 

[aodat2]

Budget has not changed but time spent online gambling has changed significantly as I'm home with nothing much to do. BORED!

 

[the Shamus]

Hi Folks:

Never really gamble much online. Having a great time! Yes, me and many other Canadians are spending time online! I have been on 7 site so far … want to communicate my finding as I explore! I can't believe how far money goes as you can play for days with a small investment. Some nice wins, and no problem getting my cashback and making they payout that 30xor 40x bonus money! LUCKY when that happens! It has happened twice so far!

/\/\/\/\ the Shamus /\/\/\/\

 

[colinsunderland]

As this is about the current situation, I've put the same. It's less than it was 2/3 months ago but thats because I've just moved house, had to pay for the move, carpets, all that type of thing, also took the opportunity to buy new beds, TV, bedroom furniture, stuff like that, got a garden now, so lawnmower and stuff, still got stuff to buy too, but nothing i 'need', want a BBQ and pizza oven for example lol, so thats bit into my 'spare cash'. It is about the same as what I would be gambling even if we weren't locked down though.

 

[pinnit2014]

Same...

Partly cos it's had no effect on the Golden Hour time which is post 5pm working anyhow.

Have been spending more time on personal laptop though, mainly to sort out my files and photography which, not surprisingly, is more rewarding that spunking a 100 deposit in half an hour.

Gambling, like drinking during the day, is bad for you (except for Ternur)

 

[spintee]

Mine is a little higher than usual. I do not have a set budget so if I have the cash and fancy a spin I do.

I had a few little hits that kept me in play but this lockdown has made me spend a bit more time than usual spinning.

Plus the fact my inbox has been spammed with the "gamble responsibly" rubbish, just an excuse for them to send emails I think

 

[ternur]

That's the question - due to the fact that you are more than likely stuck at home, are you spending more or less now on online gambling?

Are you gambling more with a decreased bankroll? Or have you increased your bankroll and are betting more than usual?

Spending mostly the same as always have. Also gambling in pretty much the same way, i.e. within the bankroll. A deposit made is a deposit lost. Sometimes the ride is faster and sometimes it's slower. But the ride itself is the same everytime.

Whatever the answer is, why? Is it out of boredom? Are you using the money you'd be spending on gas at the casinos? Has the lockdown affected your gambling behaviour?

There seems to be a growing concern from the main stream media - and from the politicians that follow it - that people are throwing caution to the wind and blowing their savings out of being bored stuck at home. What say you?

If someone is spending more on gambling or even blowing their savings out of boredom, it has little to do with lockdown and being home. It's a behavioral trait which could be triggered anyway.

There are better ways to enjoy your time in lockdown. Like day drinking and headbanging. And no Pinnit, it's not bad for you, it's a way to refresh your soul.

Naysayers to this fact are just bitter people who don't know any better. Or are in denial.

 

[snorky510238]

More but that’s only down to having some good hits recently. My play tends to revolve around how much success I have so if it tails off so do the deposits.

 

[mellody]

I have definitely deposited and played less than I usually would. Homeschooling kinda sucks the energy so having early nights now, where as pre-lockdown I would have gambled on an evening whilst she slept, now i'm sleeping too!

 

[SSKANDAL]

no money before virus and no money during virus ;D

 

[User23]

Not playing or gambling at all. By the time I finish work, clear my email, and check in with friends in other places, I can't stand looking at a screen another second.

 

[pinnit2014]

Spending mostly the same as always have. Also gambling in pretty much the same way, i.e. within the bankroll. A deposit made is a deposit lost. Sometimes the ride is faster and sometimes it's slower. But the ride itself is the same everytime.



If someone is spending more on gambling or even blowing their savings out of boredom, it has little to do with lockdown and being home. It's a behavioral trait which could be triggered anyway.

There are better ways to enjoy your time in lockdown. Like day drinking and headbanging. And no Pinnit, it's not bad for you, it's a way to refresh your soul.

Naysayers to this fact are just bitter people who don't know any better. Or are in denial.

Pfft....you're only spending the cash that Casino Jefe are sponsoring you with

Will be a good stream - may get the camera pointed at floor level to capture your position post 15 beer: otherwise we'll just be looking at an empty seat (only Playford will be happy with this though - that's his dream)

 

[dunover]

Less - it almost seems frivolous to be gambling right now, so my activity is reduced significantly from pre-lockdown.

 

[BrianGhattas]

There are times I’ll binge, other times I’ll take long breaks. The breaks come after several consecutive busts. I’ve avoided gambling for three weeks now but probably will be ready for another kick at the can at some point.

 

[greylady]

I think mine is less, more so as lately I can't get a break to even have play time so got on with my garden, painting my fence, having a clear out and redecorating - oh and enjoying the sunshine from my back garden

 

[Goodpawn]

My beautiful autistic 5yo son gives me a better return for my time at the moment at least until he can return to kindergarten again (which hopefully is soon cause he's struggling due to no social interaction other then me and he's overdosed on my constant farting)

 

[asidea]

Went to the beach for walks..the ocean brings a breath of fresh air. played Farmville2: Country Eascape on Microsoft..abit more now.

 

[writeon]

less now because im on a pension

 

[Kroffe]

No lockdown here, but ive been self-isolating since around the 7-21st because i had a fever and a bit of a cough.
Doubt it was covid-related but who knows.

Ran of out batteries in my pin-generator i need to use my internet bank around that time, so ive not been gambling much at all, tho i would have if i could.
No more than usual tho, i always keep a strict budget.

Besides, theres so much else to do.
Like baking, and going to the fridge and if you are still bored (haha yeah right) dont worry, the fridge becomes fun again after 30 minutes of not checking it.

As far as pandemics go, it has been alright so far i guess.
4/10 Honeyjars
Would not recommend.

 

[RichyJ75]

I had removed deposit limits (now back in place) and went on a bit of a bender for a couple of weeks recently, but also recorded some super wins and am actually in profit over this period. So yes, depositing loads more, but equally I have withdrawn a lot more!

 

[mclattee]

hey, i have been spending slightly more time playing ,but have only been doing deposit match bonuses as make playing time longer (usually lol) but if no decent offers about then will just not play and wait for a decent offer

 

[Slots100]

deposit same,a see a lot of more offers from casino they spamming my email...try to make me deposit for some stupid free spin not worth at all, 100 spins sound good but bets are like £0.10,if they asking me to deposit £100 and I get 100 spins £10 worth of spins and they make you do wagering if you win on free spins,a lot of casino also use tricks with free spins and is max bet limit if you ever win,...Aspers casino send bonus like 200% 300% but they make wager you deposit and bonus money,stay safe and stay away from big bonus they sound to good

 

[judgenico]

playing more poker as the extra time is there at the minute

 

[dionysus]

Same old, same old here. Budget the same, the days I slot, the same.

 

[EasterEEL]

Not gambling at all, mostly bet on horse racing anyway and online Casino's would be disastrous for me so watching Stop&Step, Hideous Creature and The Bandit streams. Nothing I have seen is encouraging me to visit an online Casino.

 

[denis28den]

Everything is happening as usual, nothing has changed !

 

[bonustreak]

Don't really gamble online anymore so nothing has changed for me.

 

[Simmo!]

Like Goatie mentioned, there are quite many other things than gambling in internet these days where can spend some time if bored. Never been playing very long slot sessions either, getting bored to them as well quite fast, hard to imagine myself to play whole day or night.

Porn site visits have rocketed apparently

In general, gambling operators I have spoken to seem to be reporting a slight increase but think personally , while people may have more time to play, they will probably be a bit more careful with the amounts.

What is interesting is that with no sports betting events, poker and eSports have seen an increase in interest.

 

[Jasminebed]

That's the question - due to the fact that you are more than likely stuck at home, are you spending more or less now on online gambling?

Are you gambling more with a decreased bankroll? Or have you increased your bankroll and are betting more than usual? Whatever the answer is, why? Is it out of boredom? Are you using the money you'd be spending on gas at the casinos? Has the lockdown affected your gambling behaviour?

There seems to be a growing concern from the main stream media - and from the politicians that follow it - that people are throwing caution to the wind and blowing their savings out of being bored stuck at home. What say you?

I am spending more than usual, but my luck has been more than usual for a bit, starting pre social distancing. Even before borders closed, I was aware that traveling and airports carried risks.

I love to travel. Health has kept me home for a bit. End of January, cancer clinic felt they did not need to see me for six months. I began watching trip prices, but Feb and March are the highest for sun. Early in Feb it was apparent travel was ill advised.

So gambled a little more rather than spend it, and won more.

I have less now than early March, but way more than end of January or February.

Home improvement as an alternative can't really happen either at this point.

I do have lots of alcohol however. It is one thing easy to order and get delivered.

So for me it is lack of better options for spending it rather than dipping into savings.

I have been able to be a little more generous than usual however.

 

[Jasminebed]

Hi Folks:

Never really gamble much online. Having a great time! Yes, me and many other Canadians are spending time online! I have been on 7 site so far … want to communicate my finding as I explore! I can't believe how far money goes as you can play for days with a small investment. Some nice wins, and no problem getting my cashback and making they payout that 30xor 40x bonus money! LUCKY when that happens! It has happened twice so far!

/\/\/\/\ the Shamus /\/\/\/\

Proposed June meetup with you and others was set aside a bit ago, that was spent online.

I used to go landbased a lot, but I have come to resent the terrible RTP at our landbased.

 

[GunarsB]

I recently changed a casino platform, which actually should give me the same game experience (according to RTP), but somehow this isn't working. Usually I would play more from winnings, but lately it just doesn't happen.
I'm still working, and even if most of the time I'm working from home, my work load is the same as before (plus wife and 2 children ).
The pressure is much bigger and the need of forgetting the reality, too, so I decided to put a deposit limit, which I did and it works fine. It's just the thing that I wish I could win something so the play time could be longer and more exciting. But... never mind.

 

[Kenji85]

Similar to others here, I have definitely noticed I have binged a bit. Its money I would have used in this time for Golf/Cinema/Pubs/Backing a few horses, so no biggy. It's all money I write off for entertainment.
It is helping stave off the boredom but I am also aware to make sure I don't do it every day or become somewhat dependent on it.

 

[09237653]

Less here, but I have scaled down generally not necessarily because of covid19.
Also to add: am playing more poker.

 

[Supermanz]

More - As the saying goes, An idle mind is the devils playground lol or something like that.

 

[DeidreB]

A little less here, I have been cutting back some as I am not very happy with my regular hang outs any longer. Used to play lots of white hat gaming sites, however, they have cut me off any good wins in the last few months. In general the last while I haven't been on the win side much so am just giving out less deposits.

 

[Luckyscouser45]

Spending a lot less because I’ve timed out all but one account and set a tiny limit on the one I’ve left open. Got fed up of the daylight robbery no play time and deposit after deposit eaten in minutes on a bad run for while. So thought to myself during these uncertain times I would be a mug to keep depositing when I could be saving

 

[mina1929]

I still have to go to work everyday so its the same for me. I actually spend more time on here than anywhere else

 

[bruinsdude]

Depositing less, that said it is due to finding Online Poker...namely Pokerstars.
Turns out im not bad at Poker, and the dollar stretches a little longer.

 

[EkJR]

Have 3 accounts back up now, VS for having most games from each provider, Bet365 for sports betting and PnG and Voodoodreams just as one to try. Have a limit of £100 a week on each but been hitting the limits each week so playing a good bit more. Not doing too badly with balances.

 

[SunnyDay888]

I still have to go to work ( in the relatively safe Australia compared to some of the rest of the World ) so there is no extra time to play .

 

[News Hound]

Great take up on this poll, which makes interesting reading.

 

[sapit222]

Im spending the same amount.

 

[KasinoKing]

Slightly less.
I work from home anyway, but with the kids not going to school and them being up and annoying from 7am to 10pm every day, my total time on my computer has gone down to less then 1/4 what it was before

Also I bought a small plot of woodland just before lock-down and have spent many hours clearing it out, tidying it up and getting it ready to be our "playground" in the future.

So I've done virtually NO website work as such for several weeks, and spent much less time than normal playing online casinos.

Stay safe everyone!
KK