Bingo

After the first version of this game came out in the 1550s, it didn’t take long for British players to catch bingo fever. Bingo-like lotteries began to gain popularity during the 17th century, but it was in 1716 that a game closer to the modern version was played and organised by working women. Nowadays, online bingo is entirely legal and regulated.

British players typically play bingo online with 90 balls. Each card has 27 numbers, arranged in three rows of nine numbers. It’s a full house when a lucky player manages to cover all the numbers.

Yet, there are other winning combinations, such as line, two lines, and four corners. Although it’s a social game, people should remain attentive. You must stop the calling of the numbers, if one of your numbers got called. Otherwise, you’ll risk losing your claim. The calling must be stopped if you got a number; otherwise, you can lose your claim.

Online bingo is very popular in the United States. According to recent data, about 60 million Americans play bingo online regularly. The American version is played with 75 balls arranged under the letters B-I-N-G-O; the central slot, under the letter “N” is always blank. Here’s how the numbers appear on most bingo sites.

• B: 1 – 15;
• I: 16 – 30;
• N: 31 – 45;
• G: 46 – 60;
• O: 61 – 75

The rules are never complicated, but they change from one place to another. Here, there are different combinations since the card is also so different. The American version has a few sub-variations, being Double Action and U-Pick’Em among the most popular ones. Additionally, the Double Action has sub-variations, like the U-Pick’Em. In U-Pick’Em, players get three cards with 25 numbers each, while in Double-Action, there are two numbers per slot. In the American version, players will also find different winning combinations.

These would be the Rovering L, the Postage Stamp, and the Blackout. The Rovering L covers the vertical B and horizontal O columns. The Postage Stamp fills a 2×2 square at the top-right corner, and the Blackout comes when it covers 24 numbers. All these Windfalls are common to every online bingo variation can be found in the American version and its sub-variations. However, because every place can apply different rules, one may also find such combinations in other versions. Check the rules of your game before joining it, so that you’ll be aware of each winning combination.

Irish bingo isn’t as traditional as the versions mentioned above, but it’s still a very entertaining option. A bit like the American version, the Irish bingo also has sub-variants. Most Irish bingo sites will offer games with 90 balls, 75 balls, and 30 balls.

The Windfalls

Windfalls are common to every online bingo variation and are one of the game’s most exciting moments. They come randomly in most bingo sites, rewarding specific combinations. Here are some of the most common combinations awarded:

• Bull’s Eye: gives EUR50 for those shouting out on the fiftieth number;
• Lucky Stars: it’s a random number between 1 and 90. If you’re lucky number gets called, you can win prizes up to EUR2,000;
• Double Bubble: it doubles the max prize by calling double numbers, such as 11, 22, 33, and 44.

Online bingo is played all over the world in several online casinos. Although the rules change locally, there are mainly four ways, meaning four different types of cards. Each of them leads to particular rules and combinations.

30-Ball

30-ball is a small online bingo variation, played on cards of nine slots, arranged in a 3×3 square. This quick game is perfect for those players who love action and would like to play more than one game per hour.

75-Ball

The 75-ball version is a prevalent variation in North America in general. Here, numbers are arranged in five columns of 15 numbers each. Cards come with 24 numbers to be marked up and a free slot in the middle. There are prizes for full columns and other patterns.

80-Ball

Players looking for different patterns can also try the 80-ball version when playing almost any bingo online in Ireland. Each card has 16 slots arranged in a 4×4 square in this game. Like in other variations, players also get prizes for combinations other than the full house.

90-Ball 

This is arguably the most popular variation among those who play bingo online.

When it comes to prizes, not every bingo jackpot is the same. There are four kinds of jackpot you’ll likely come across when you play bingo online Ireland or elsewhere. Here’s a quick explanation of each of them.

Fixed Jackpot

The fixed jackpot is the most common kind of jackpot out there, and those who play bingo online are well familiar with it. This jackpot doesn’t change, regardless of the number of participants or prize of tickets. Fixed jackpots are popular because they’re effortless to follow, and players know the prize before the game starts.

Progressive Jackpot

Progressive jackpots are very famous among slots fans, but the same concept can also be applied here. Here, the pot prize varies according to the number of participants, tickets, length of games, and other things. Prizes are potentially much higher but also more challenging to get. Typically, the pot goes for the first lucky player to strike a full house or a particular combination.

Community Jackpot

Nobody loses in the community jackpot! Well, at least no one loses their bets completely. The winner usually gets half of the pot in community jackpots, while the other half is shared with the other players. Proportions may vary from one game to another, though. Other typical rations include 80/20 and 60/40.

Escalator Jackpot

The escalator jackpot is quite different from the ones previously mentioned. In this game, more numbers are added to the players’ cards over a fixed period of time. Typically, the number of balls increases hourly, and games have a predetermined duration. If no one wins the game during a given session, the pot accumulates for the next session.

1. Bingo is a game of chance that is played with randomly drawn numbers.
2. Bingo is a popular game in Ireland and is often played in social settings.
3. There are many online bingo sites that cater to Irish players.
4. Most online bingo sites offer a welcome bonus for new players.
5. Many online bingo sites offer a variety of games, including traditional bingo, speed bingo, and themed bingo games.
6. Most online bingo sites allow players to purchase multiple cards for each game.
7. Many online bingo sites offer chat rooms where players can socialize and chat with the bingo caller.
8. Most online bingo sites offer a variety of payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, and e-wallets.

• The average online bingo player in Ireland is 36 years old.
• Females make up 70% of online bingo players in Ireland.
• The most popular time to play online bingo in Ireland is between 8pm and 10pm.
• There are over 1,000 active online bingo players in Ireland on any given day.
• The average online bingo player in Ireland spends €50 per month on bingo.
• The top 3 most popular online bingo sites in Ireland are Paddy Power, BoyleSports, and Ladbrokes.
• The average online bingo player in Ireland plays 3-4 times per week.
• The average online bingo player in Ireland has been playing for 2 years.
• The top 3 reasons why people play online bingo in Ireland are for the social aspect, the convenience, and the chance to win money.

The Casinoireland.com team always strives to offer users the most accurate and up-to-date information. To make this possible, the authors and editors of the portal use reliable and safe sources of information:

• British Bingo (Wikipedia)
• American Bingo (Wikipedia)

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