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Video bingo games are one of the most sought-after options on online casino platforms, which has led to the development of various entertaining variations of this game by well-known providers, garnering more followers.

Traditional bingo is simple and lucrative, creating interactive group entertainment that also gives us the opportunity to win. Bingo is one of the most entertaining and oldest forms of gambling, which can bring together players of all ages and backgrounds. The objective is to complete one or more game cards, which contain a certain number of randomly selected numbers. The first player or players to complete their cards will be the winners of the prize or prizes. Before continuing, we must consider some terms of the game, such as the following:

• Bingo: the name of the game used by the player to announce that they have completed their card.
• Card or Ticket: used to mark the numbers that will be randomly drawn from the drum. The card contains a certain number of random numbers under the letters B, I, N, G, O.
• Balls: contain one of the letters B, I, N, G, O and a number below each of these, and will be used by the caller to announce the chosen number, then placed on the game board for players to verify.
• Control Panel: where all the numbers drawn from the drum or container will appear.
• Drum or container: where all the balls are placed and mixed, which will be drawn one by one at random until a winner or winners are determined.
• Winning patterns or lines: these are the required forms to win the game. The most well-known is BINGO or full card, but we may find patterns such as horizontal lines, vertical lines, circles, among others, which determine additional prizes.
• Jackpot: in some video bingo games, we may find a number of cumulative jackpots, which increase every time we play because a percentage of our bet is allocated to the jackpot, which we will access upon obtaining a certain pattern.

The numbers will be obtained from the drum or container where the balls are located (the number of balls varies depending on the bingo variation), which contain a letter and a number. These balls or numbers will be announced by a caller and will be marked on a visible panel so that players can verify the numbers with their cards in hand. Before starting the game, the winning patterns of the game will be announced, as well as the prizes to be distributed, and even, depending on the game variation, an accumulated prize may be offered for completing the cards with a certain number of balls drawn. We must take into account that players can participate in the game by acquiring more than one card and that prizes could be shared among more than one winner.

Now that we have knowledge of the game, we will see that online gambling platforms offer both online bingo and video bingo games. Both games are based on the traditional Bingo game, but they also include their own features and some differences. While Online Bingo follows the same dynamics of in-person bingo, including the group game mechanism as well as the inclusion of a game moderator, video bingo is a single-player game, in which we can access additional balls that we can acquire for a set bet.

Video bingos are therefore bingo games adapted to be primarily for a single player, which give us the experience of playing a bingo slot machine, providing various game themes, more payment patterns, more entertaining video and sound effects, and additional mini-games or bonuses that add more excitement, as well as the opportunity to acquire additional balls if we are very close to obtaining a winning pattern.

How to Play Video Bingo

To start the game, similar to slot machines, we must have balance in our bankroll and then choose how many cards we will play, depending on the game variation and the provider it could range from 4 to 12 cards per game which we can change as many times as we want before starting. After deciding our bet and the chosen quantity of cards we will play, we will proceed to select the Play option to start the round. Bets may vary depending on the game, considering that we will bet for each card we want to play. For example, if we want to play 4 cards per play and the minimum bet is USD$ 0.25, we will be betting USD$ 1 per game.

The start of the game will give us the first balls in a random way (the number of balls varies depending on the type of game) which will be automatically marked on our game cards, saving us the trouble of marking them, and will pay us if we have obtained any of the patterns that are normally found on the starting screen as information. Winning patterns may vary depending on the type of game and may contain from 6 to 20 combinations that include horizontal lines, vertical lines, letter shapes, among others. We may also find patterns with which we can access accumulated jackpots, mini-games, or bonus rounds that make the game more exciting.

Another feature that we can take advantage of is that we will have the opportunity to receive additional balls, which we will use if we have come very close to obtaining a winning pattern. This option will give us more opportunities to obtain greater winnings, but we must take into account that each additional ball has an additional cost and that, depending on the type of video bingo we are playing, there is a limit on the number of additional balls per game.

Like all video slots, video bingo games have RTP, volatility, and a frequency of winning which we must take into account before starting to play. Many providers offer this information with a range of differences due to the influence of the number of cards to play, the number of additional balls taken, patterns, and additional bonuses available, among other factors.

The main benefits of video bingo games that we could mention are that we can play them at any time from the comfort of our homes or from anywhere on our mobile devices. Additionally, the games are more exciting due to their mini-games and various patterns, they are fast, and we won't have to worry about missed numbers as they will be marked automatically. On the other hand, it does not offer the group entertainment feature for which the game is well known, and some users may feel that the game is too fast-paced, and even the sensation of higher bets is felt when using the option of additional balls.

Video Bingo Variations

Video bingo variations are based on traditional bingo games, with additional features that vary depending on the providers, who develop games with a certain number of balls, number of numbers on the cards, number of additional balls allowed to be purchased, and number of patterns that exist.

• Video Bingo with 90 numbers (balls), games like Candy Bingo 3D by Salsa Technology which will give us up to 34 initial balls, with up to 4 cards of 15 numbers to play and 6 game patterns. The number of balls given may vary depending on the provider as well as the number of additional balls we can buy, as is the case with Pachinko 3D from the same provider, which will give us 44 balls initially and we can choose cards of up to 25 numbers. Normally this variation of video bingo can offer alternative bonus games that can add excitement to the game.
• Video Bingo with 80 numbers (balls), in this version we usually find cards with a total of 16 numbers divided into 4 lines and 4 columns. The number of winning patterns varies depending on the game or developer as well as the initial number of balls given and the additional mini-games that can be found.
• Video Bingo with 75 numbers (balls), where we will find a total of 25 numbers (24 numbers + 1 FREE or free number) distributed on a card with 5 lines and 5 columns. Like in all video bingo variations, the number of patterns, payouts, additional balls allowed, etc. vary depending on the game provider.
• Video Bingo with 30 numbers (balls), also known as Speed Bingo, is a very fast and simple version of video bingo that has become one of the most popular. This variation offers us cards with 3 rows and 3 columns, giving us a total of 9 possible numbers, with the only winning play being BINGO or a full card, with no additional patterns or mini-games.

Common Video Bingo Game Strategies

Like in slot machines, before betting on new games, we should try the free versions that many providers offer, this way we can familiarize ourselves with the game mechanics and get an idea of how much we will bet per game.

• We will choose to play simpler video bingos at the beginning, with fewer numbers and the least amount of cards per play until we can understand the winning patterns as well as the bets.
• Video bingos are gaming options where we can take better advantage of the bonuses that casinos offer us for our deposits, as these games are fast and the rollovers required to obtain our winnings can be achieved more quickly.
• The initial bet amount should be modest, in case we want to play more than 2 cards, aiming to start with the minimum bet and maximize our winnings once we have obtained a profit margin. One of the mistakes we could make is to play high bets from the beginning with more than 4 cards per game, exposing our bankroll to a rapid loss.
• The option to purchase additional balls is an option that can give us greater winnings, only if we are close to obtaining a worthwhile winning pattern considering the bet/winning ratio. In short, let's avoid buying additional balls if the winnings would be lower than the bet.
• Like any game of chance, we must have money to play that does not interfere with our finances, having a defined amount to play which should not be exceeded. Playing time and setting achievable goals are measures we must practice as they will create a discipline that in the long run will help us enjoy gambling games.

Frequently Asked Questions about Video Bingo Online.

Q: What is the difference between online bingo and video bingo?

A: Both can be found in most online casinos and each has its followers. While both can be played from different locations, the most notable difference is that online bingo continues with the concept of group play where we can even interact through chats in most cases, whereas video bingo is a single-player game with which we can enjoy the game in private.

Q: Which is better, online bingo or video bingo?

A: Both types of games have their followers and their preference is basically defined by the player's needs. Bingo, like all gambling games, is a social entertainment game which, for various reasons, cannot be enjoyed in person by some players. Both types have their virtues and disadvantages which we will evaluate, but in the end, they fulfill the same entertainment objective.

Q: In which online casinos can we play video bingo and they offer free demos and bonuses?

A: There are many online casinos that offer this entertainment alternative included in their game portfolios, such as CampeonBet, 1xBet, NetBet, DoradoBet, among others, which offer demo games and include video bingo games in their free play bonuses. In some cases, free games will be available to registered users and bonuses will be subject to offers in our regions.