Types of Bingo
Bingo is one game where it is highly unlikely that you will become bored. However, there are many types of bingo games, so it is good to understand what the different games are, and how they are played.
The biggest difference between different bingo games is the number of balls used to call the numbers. Some games use a 75-ball system, while others use a 90-ball system. There are many variations to both games, which can heighten the pleasure of playing. Some games may be played with the balls drawn at high speed, while others may restrict winning bingos to line calls. Let’s look at the most popular variations.
Horizontal Bingo is a game where only the lines running horizontally on the card are in play during the game. Conversely, Vertical Bingo is the exact opposite, as all winning cards must be marked off in a vertical line. Diagonal Bingo is just as you would expect – the winning bingo player must have completely marked off one of the two diagonal lines on the card. Horizontal bingo is the easiest to win, but it is also the most difficult to keep track of, according to research. It is thought the reason may be because people are used to reading on a horizontal line and skipping small words such as “the” and “a”.
Coverall Bingo is played until all the squares of the card have been filled. This game can take a while, and is the hardest pattern to win. However, it also is the game with the highest payout and jackpots. It is also the game most often used for progressive jackpots.