Responsible Play

Play for skill. Play for fun. Stay in control.

Our Philosophy

Chess is a game of intellect and focus. We believe competitive gaming should be a positive addition to your life, never a financial burden or source of stress.

1. Healthy Habits

To ensure a sustainable competitive career, we recommend:

Setting a strict budget for entry fees before you start playing.
Never competing with funds needed for essential living expenses.
Taking regular breaks to avoid "tilt" and mental fatigue.
Treating skill-gaming as paid entertainment, not a guaranteed income source.

2. Player Protection Tools

We provide tools to help you manage your gameplay:

Session Limits

Set a maximum duration for your daily gaming sessions.

Entry Fee Limits

Cap the total amount of entry fees you can pay in a 24-hour period.

3. Self-Exclusion

If you feel you need a break from competition, you can request a Self-Exclusion. This will temporarily suspend your access to real-money games for a set period (1 week, 1 month, or 6 months).

To activate this, email support@riochess.com with the subject line "ACCOUNT PAUSE".