Here’s Why You Should Give Bingo a Try

There was a time when bingo was primarily seen as a game enjoyed by older generations, but we've come a long way since then. In recent years, bingo has evolved and modernised, and the result is an increase in Brits playing both in-person and online bingo.

The classic game of chance is more fun – and more varied – than it's ever been. Here's why you might enjoy jumping in.

Accessibility and Convenience

It's never been easier to enjoy a game of bingo than it is now. As well as in-person events, a wide range of online platforms are making it possible to get involved at home or on the go.

The rise of online bingo has opened up the game to a wider audience, like those with busy schedules or unusual working hours that would make it difficult or impossible for them to go to a bingo hall.

Social Interaction

One of bingo's biggest draws ever since its infancy has been how it brings people together for a shared experience. The game is fun, but it's the people who make it, not the numbers.

That's a feeling as present in the lively, occasionally raucous live bingo halls as it is in the chat rooms of online bingo platforms. The ability to connect with each other is often emphasised so that even a virtual environment feels vivid and personal. And with smartphones now completely ubiquitous in adult life, we’re all in a position to get involved.

Variety of Games and Formats

You might think there's only one way to play bingo - if so, you'd be wrong. The modern game is now more of an umbrella for a huge variety of formats that can make things feel very different.

Particularly when playing online, you'll find options like 75-ball, 80-ball and 90-ball structures, as well as all manner of themed games and progressive jackpots. You can go straight for a theme that entices you the most or try a few variations to see what kind of gameplay you find most satisfying.

Take Advantage of Offers and Promotions

Most bingo venues aim to make it as accessible as possible for new players, though you'll likely find that online platforms are cheaper to get into than in-person bingo halls. On these sites, there's usually a regular rotation of promotions for certain games or players – particularly new players - that keep the barrier to entry very low. It's important to set clear spending limits for yourself – although these can also be set up and auto-enforced on most reputable platforms – but doing so makes it easy to take advantage of these offers.