Current design of pokies machines is portrayed as deliberately misleading and failing public health standards
The concept of 'losses disguised as wins' is highlighted with expert attribution, framing machine design as intentionally deceptive and ineffective at promoting responsible gambling.
“"I might bet a dollar, win back 20 cents. But nonetheless, the machine plays a sound effect, a positive sound effect," Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, Dan Myles, explained.”
