Community has long been at the heart of bingo's success but with the iGaming revolution taking the industry by storm, it's no surprise some are beginning to consider bingo software the primary engine of online bingo.
Online bingo has been growing at a rapid rate. The latest figures estimate that in the UK alone there are more than four million players -- great news for this quick-fire group game with a highly social core. Every bingo and bingo-style game across the world shares the same simple premise and generally the same rules.
The basic premise of all bingo games, including online bingo, revolves around matching the numbers on a card with those called by the game. This simple format and easy-to-understand gameplay makes for a simple, fun and exciting game, no matter where you play!
There are three basic variations nearly all online bingo games will take: 90-ball bingo, 75-ball bingo and occasionally 80-ball bingo. The games themselves do not differ much but do provide unique opportunities for each. Like most New Zealand bingo halls, 90-ball bingo uses the numbers 1 to 90 in the game and tend to be either 'Full House' or 'Line' bingo.
75-ball bingo, most popular in North America, is essentially the same game with fewer numbers, although 75-ball bingo games will often use different win patterns compared to 90-ball bingo. 80-ball bingo, also known as keno, is a US version of bingo that uses numbers 1 to 80.
As with all gambling done online, playing bingo online is completely safe as long as you use a trusted, licensed online bingo site. All topnotch bingo halls online are equipped with top-of-the-line security features including encrypted financial transactions to ensure all deposit and withdrawals are done safely. Aside from the financial security, online bingo halls typically have moderators used to protect all players from unwanted internet trolling and the like.
When it comes to New Zealand online bingo, players can rest assured they are functioning well within their legal rights. Online bingo is legal and heavily regulated due to its wide spread popularity. Something as new as say virtual sports betting, might not have much regulation due to its relative youth but online bingo was a pioneer in early online gambling and thus received plenty of legal attention.
Talking during gameplay might be frowned upon in traditional bingo halls, but not in online bingo. Most bingo games will be accompanied by a Chat Room, or chat function, and it's this social element that's attracting a larger, and younger, audience to the game. In fact, it's now estimated that as many as 45% of online bingo players are under 30.
The degree to which you interact with your fellow players will depend on the game you opt to play, but some providers make this an integral part of the experience. For example, some top online bingo sites have dedicated Chat Moderators start conversations to keep things lively, and even oversee games and competitions in which players can win real prizes. Think of them like the caller, bingo hall manager and friendly floor staff rolled into one.
Online bingo games are developed by a range of different software companies. Some are owned by the same company as the online bingo sites themselves, while others are independent specialists and a few are gambling software experts familiar from slots and table games. They all know their market and they all have their own advantages.
So it's important to know how each online bingo sites' software works in order to choose the right online bingo site for you. For example, some may require download to your PC desktop, while others can be played in your browser after a short load time. If you like to play on the move, you may also want to look for sites where your favourite games are mobile compatible.
The basic console functionality can change between software providers too. Chat functions, deposit and withdrawal methods and basic gameplay all have different tools, and exploring to see which one best fits your style is a good idea when you start out with online bingo. So yes, bingo software certainly matters when choosing a digital hall to join.
Although bingo may be one of the easiest games to pick up, there are still strategies to consider with these three being the most prominently used: bankroll management, focus, and playing the numbers. Firstly, there's the matter of bankroll management. In any game, whether it's poker, slots or bingo, it's vital to know your limits and monitor your spending over fixed periods of time.
Finding a bingo site with a timer and clock is very useful. Secondly, there's the issue of focus. Online bingo doesn't require the silence and concentration of a bingo hall, but there’s a lot to think about in a busy bingo lobby. If you're trying to win big, it's wise to keep track of busy games, big jackpot opportunities, special customer bonuses and reward schemes.
Thirdly, serious players may want to play the numbers. Choose how many cards you play based on your likelihood of winning and the prizes on offer. After all, if only ten people are playing for a hefty guaranteed prize, then taking the chance to enter several times may not be a bad bet. In contrast, spending on lots of tickets in a busy game may be a waste of money.
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