Watching as the New Gambling?
When people think of gambling addiction, they usually picture financial stakes, losses, and wins. But there’s a lesser-known phenomenon rising quickly: the addiction to watching casino games without betting at all. On platforms like Stake, players often enter spectator mode, merely observing live tables, slots, or betting streams. Surprisingly, these passive interactions can become highly addictive.
This article delves into how “just watching” mode captivates players, examining psychological, emotional, and neurological elements behind this emerging form of casino engagement.