Bingo is a game that people of all ages have enjoyed for generations. Whether you play at your local bingo hall or online, the thrill of crossing off numbers and waiting for that winning call is unmatched. Have you ever wondered how professional bingo players play the game?
This article will explore the strategies and tips professionals use to increase their chances of winning and how to implement them in your game.
Choose Your Bingo Provider Carefully
The first, and arguably most important thing that professional bingo players will do is choose where to play bingo. The fundamentals stay the same, whether they travel to a physical hall, informally with friends at home or explore the wide range of options in online bingo at Lottoland, such as Sparkle Bingo or The Vault, where players are in with a chance of winning a prize in the millions. There are many variations, so players must find somewhere complementary to how they play.
When you’re looking for somewhere to play bingo, watch for somewhere with a good reputation that is well-managed and reliable. It’s also essential to choose a bingo hall that offers a variety of games with different prize amounts and jackpots. As a bonus tip, check to see which times are more popular, as playing at off-peak times will likely give you a better chance of winning.
Play Multiple Cards
A popular tactic that more seasoned bingo players employ is to play with multiple cards at any given time, increasing the likelihood of them winning the round. This can increase their chances because they will have more opportunities to cross off the numbers as they’re called. They’re playing as two players simultaneously, though this tactic costs more, as you’d expect.
If this is your first time playing with more than one card, don’t rush into it – it can become confusing. You could ruin your entire game plan if you become confused and mark the wrong card. A top tip is using different coloured pens for different bingo cards, making it easier to differentiate between both. This will still be confusing at first but will become easier the more often you do it.
Avoid Unnecessary Distractions
If you want to win at bingo, you need to be able to pay attention for extended periods, ignoring any potential distractions. You’ll have to pay close attention to the bingo caller, listening carefully to them calling the numbers so that you can accurately mark your card and avoid falling behind and then making unnecessary mistakes. If you listen carefully and pay attention, you will better understand what could come up next.
It’s good bingo etiquette to avoid talking, eating, or drinking during the game, as this could distract the other players. If you have to take a break between cards, this is preferable as you can use this time to regain your focus and catch up on anything you couldn’t do before, such as get a drink or a bite to eat.
Come Prepared and Ready to Play
The best thing you can do when wanting to play bingo is to arrive prepared and ready to go. When you’re playing at a physical bingo hall, the worst thing you can do is go around and ask other players if you can borrow items, or even ask the organiser to wait because you’re not ready. If you come prepared, you are more likely to enjoy the game.
David Prior
David Prior is the editor of Today News, responsible for the overall editorial strategy. He is an NCTJ-qualified journalist with over 20 years’ experience, and is also editor of the award-winning hyperlocal news title Altrincham Today. His LinkedIn profile is here.
