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Pick a Game
Choose pool, darts, or penalty shootout — more games are on the way.
18+ Only
Stake Controls
KYC Ready
Secure Wallet
Responsible Play
THE OPPORTUNITY
A $1.8 Billion Market. Still Wide Open.
Competitive gaming is a global sport. PlayStake is building the wagering layer that lets players stake on their own matches — not on someone else's.
540M+
Esports viewers globally
Newzoo 2023
3.2B+
Active gamers worldwide
Newzoo 2023
$1.8B
Esports industry revenue
Newzoo 2024
HOW IT WORKS
Five Steps to Fair Play. Every One Verified.
From challenge accepted to pot in wallet — every step verified, every payout instant.
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Choose a Game2
Set Your Stake3
Play the Match4
Verified Result5
Instant Settlement02
Set the Stake
Pick any amount within your stake limit. Both players lock in escrow.
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Match With an Opponent
Skill-matched pairing finds you a real challenger within seconds.
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Result Verified
Two independent sources confirm the result. No disputes, no delays.
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Winner Paid
The pot hits the winner's wallet instantly. No withdrawal forms.
FUNDAMENTALLY DIFFERENT
Not Odds. Not the House. Just the Match.
Traditional bookmakers let you bet on esports. PlayStake lets you bet in it — staking on your own match, against a real opponent, with the result determining everything.
| Informal Wagers | Existing Platforms | PlayStake | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real opponent (not the house) | |||
| Escrow-backed stakes | |||
| Dual-source result verification | |||
| Instant settlement | |||
| Dispute resolution | |||
| Player community |
Real opponent (not the house)
Informal Wagers
Existing Platforms
PlayStake
Escrow-backed stakes
Informal Wagers
Existing Platforms
PlayStake
Dual-source result verification
Informal Wagers
Existing Platforms
PlayStake
Instant settlement
Informal Wagers
Existing Platforms
PlayStake
Dispute resolution
Informal Wagers
Existing Platforms
PlayStake
Player community
Informal Wagers
Existing Platforms
PlayStake
PlayStake is being built with responsible play, verification, and regulatory readiness at the core. No real-money deposits are accepted until all compliance requirements are met.
GAMES
Choose Your Arena. Prove Your Skill.
Pool is live now. More arenas are coming — beta players choose what ships next.
LIVE
Pool / 8-Ball
One-on-one 8-ball pool. Set your stake, match with an opponent, play live.
SOON
Darts
501 head-to-head. Real targets, real stakes, real pressure.
SOON
Penalty Shootout
Take penalties against a live keeper. Best of five — winner takes the pot.
SOON
Tournaments
Bracket-style competitions with combined prize pools. Squad up or go solo.
SOON
Watch-Along Rooms
Spectate live matches, predict outcomes, stake on friends' games.
TRUST & SAFETY
Built on Verification. Designed for Trust.
PlayStake is being built with responsible play, verification, and regulatory readiness at the core — before the first real-money match is played.
KYC & Age Verification
All players will verify their identity and confirm they are 18 or older before any real-money play is enabled. PlayStake uses industry-standard verification providers.
Stake Limits & Controls
Players can set daily, weekly, or per-match stake limits. Limits can always be lowered instantly; increases require a 48-hour cooling period.
Anti-Cheat & Fairness
Results are validated via two independent sources. Match logs are stored for dispute review. Accounts found manipulating results are permanently suspended.
Dispute Resolution
Either player can raise a dispute within 24 hours of a result. Our team reviews game logs and evidence, aiming to resolve all disputes within 24 hours.
PlayStake does not currently hold a gambling licence. Real-money play will not be enabled until all applicable regulatory requirements have been met in each operating territory. Beta gameplay is for testing purposes only.
COMMUNITY
Built for Players, By Players.
Build rivalries. Grow your rep. Watch your friends lose their money.
Private Challenges
Challenge a friend directly. Set the stake, send a link.
Friends & Rivals
Add players, track their form, rematch whenever.
Leaderboards
Global, game-specific, and friends-only rankings.
Watch Rooms
Spectate live matches. Stake on the outcome if you want.
Live Chat
In-match banter, post-match debrief, community threads.
EARLY ACCESS
Get In Early. Shape the Product.
Be the first to play when we launch. Early players shape the product.
FAQ
Questions? Answered.
- How does staking work?
- Before a match starts, both players agree on a stake amount. Funds are held in escrow — neither side can access them until the result is verified. The winner's wallet is credited automatically.
- How are results verified?
- PlayStake captures results from two independent sources: the game platform's API and our in-game tracking widget. If both sources agree, the result settles instantly. If they disagree, a dispute is automatically opened.
- What happens in a dispute?
- Either player can raise a dispute within 24 hours of a result. Our team reviews game logs, screenshots, and any referee reports. We aim to resolve all disputes within 24 hours.
- When will real-money play launch?
- PlayStake is currently in closed beta. Real-money play will be enabled following KYC verification, compliance review, and regulatory readiness in each operating territory. Beta users will be the first to be notified.
- How does responsible play work?
- PlayStake is being built with responsible play at its core. When real-money play launches, the platform will include configurable stake limits, cool-down periods, self-exclusion options, and direct links to gambling support organisations.
- How are payouts handled?
- When real-money play is live, winners receive instant transfers to their PlayStake wallet. From there, funds can be withdrawn to a linked bank account or payment method. No withdrawal request forms, no manual review delays.