{"id":979,"date":"2019-11-05T14:39:51","date_gmt":"2019-11-05T14:39:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newbingosites.co\/?page_id=979"},"modified":"2021-09-10T17:36:35","modified_gmt":"2021-09-10T17:36:35","slug":"bingo-frequently-asked-questions-faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.newbingosites.co\/articles\/bingo-frequently-asked-questions-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Bingo Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The beloved game of bingo has been around for an absolute age now, and it’s still enjoyed by millions of people\u00a0across the world today. It’s a\u00a0game for the masses that doesn’t break the bank, and it offers it’s players a really fun and social feel.<\/p>\n

If you’ve never played bingo yourself you’ll\u00a0have no doubt come across it, however\u00a0it’s not actually\u00a0that uncommon to not\u00a0really know how to play. Avid bingo players will even have questions from time to time, especially as the game is advancing by the day online.<\/p>\n

There are so many different styles of bingo now for a start, plus there’s lots of payment options, promotions, community hubs and even more to navigate. There are\u00a0chat rooms, slots games, casino games and webcam features\u00a0now too, and the\u00a0wonderful\u00a0world of bingo\u00a0can\u00a0seem slightly overwhelming to beginners. If you’re new to it all then first and foremost don’t panic, this is a fantastic community to get yourself into and once you’ve mastered the basics you’ll be off before you know it.<\/p>\n

Here at www.newbingosites.co<\/a> we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked bingo questions, and\u00a0these will hopefully\u00a0make life a little easier and answer any queries you may have about the game. We’ve aimed to make\u00a0it seem slightly less daunting if you’re a beginner, and also perhaps answer any questions you may have even as a bingo\u00a0veteran. Whether it’s online bingo that takes your fancy, or\u00a0you’re thinking of going for a game down your\u00a0local bingo hall, we’ve put together a bunch of information to help\u00a0set you on your way.<\/p>\n

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What is Bingo?<\/h3>\n
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Bingo is probably one of the most well known games in the world, and it’s primarily a game of chance where you mark off numbers to win prizes.<\/p>\n

The main classic style of bingo comes in the original 90-ball<\/a> form, and this is arguable still the most popular choice with bingo players.<\/p>\n

In a 90-ball game the bingo caller will call\u00a0numbers between 1 and 90, and then each time a number is called, you mark it off your card.<\/p>\n

The numbers on each card will be generated at random, so each individual bingo card will be completely unique. You will never be able to tell whether\u00a0or not you’re numbers are going to be called,\u00a0therefore adding to the thrill and excitement of each game.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Where Did Bingo Originate?<\/h3>\n

\"bingoAlthough most people think of bingo as originating in UK seaside towns in the 1960’s, bingo actually originated hundreds of years before that over in Italy.<\/p>\n

The exact origins are slightly unknown, but it’s believed to have started as a descendent of an\u00a0Italian lottery type game called ‘Lo Guioco del Lotto D’Italia’.<\/p>\n

The game was enjoyed by all classes from rich to poor, and it was a fantastic social game that was fun and didn’t cost the earth.<\/p>\n

Over time it travelled across the world to France, Germany and America, and it slowly started to adapt into the bingo game that we now know and love.<\/p>\n

Bingo did first appear then\u00a0in the UK in the 1960’s, and the craze\u00a0soon took off all over the country. It led to purpose built bingo venues and weekly bingo nights in local social clubs, and the game\u00a0literally\u00a0took the UK by storm<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Is Bingo Gambling?<\/h3>\n

\"gamblingTechnically any game where you wager money to play is considered gambling, yes.<\/p>\n

There’s a slightly grey area when it comes to bingo however, as it depends on where you play and if you are\u00a0playing for real money in return.<\/p>\n

For instance, you can easily play bingo at home just for fun with the family, and you can also pay to enter a game at a charity event where you\u00a0win donated prizes in return.<\/p>\n

This would still be considered gambling in a sense, however the money that you spend will be going to charity instead.When playing bingo online or in a bingo club though, this will most definitely be considered as gambling.<\/p>\n

Some people don’t consider it in the same vein as say Blackjack or Roulette as it’s generally cheaper to play, however\u00a0it is still technically a form of gambling.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Do You Have To Be Over 18 To Play Bingo?<\/h3>\n
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Whenever you are wagering money to play bingo, then yes, you must be over 18.<\/p>\n

There are a few lotteries and sports games where you\u00a0can wager bets aged 16 and up, however it’s illegal to bet on bingo\u00a0under the age of 18.<\/p>\n

You can buy versions of bingo games to play at home with the family just for fun, but you can’t enter a bingo hall or\u00a0play online and wager money.<\/p>\n

Even if an online bingo site offers free bingo games, you will still have to register a credit or debit card to sign up in the first place. The site won’t withdraw any money from your account, but the details will be taken for age verification purposes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What Is 90-Ball Bingo?<\/h3>\n

\"tombolaThis is the most traditional style of bingo. It’s still the most popular game played these days especially in the UK, and it’s the main game that you will play in a bingo hall.<\/p>\n

Games are played on 9\u00d73 grid, and there will be 15 numbers displayed\u00a0ranging from 1 through to 90.<\/p>\n

Generally there will be\u00a0three prizes up for grabs,\u00a0two lines then a full house, with the prizes increasing.<\/p>\n

The two individual line prizes can be any line on the grid unless otherwise stated, and the full house is where all 15 numbers are marked off.<\/p>\n

The rules of the game are generally the same whether you play online or in a bingo hall, and here are the main steps to remember:<\/p>\n

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  1. Purchase\u00a0your bingo ticket\/tickets. There are 6 individual tickets in a whole bingo book, and the numbers 1-90 will be shared across all 6 tickets. You can purchase as many or as little tickets as you like, but the more tickets you buy, the more numbers you\u00a0have and you’ll\u00a0increase your chances of a win.<\/li>\n
  2. A bingo caller will call out\u00a0the\u00a0numbers,\u00a0which are\u00a0generated out of a machine at random.<\/li>\n
  3. Most games start by playing for 1 or 2 lines first, then you will play for the full house.<\/li>\n
  4. If playing for a line, you only need to concentrate on a\u00a0single line of numbers.<\/li>\n
  5. If playing for a full house, mark off every number on one ticket to win the game.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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    Are There Any Bingo Styles Other Than 90-Ball Games?<\/h3>\n

    \"bingoIn a word, yes. There are an abundance of bingo styles around these days, especially since the huge rise in online bingo. As well as the classic 90-ball bingo, you will now be able to find some of\u00a0the following variants too:<\/p>\n