Varieties of bingo

There are several varieties of Bingo games, each with its own characteristics and rules. Here are some of the most common varieties:

1. Classic Bingo: This is the most common form of Bingo game. Each player is given a card with 5×5 cells, and the numbers are chosen randomly from the total set. The goal is to collect a winning combination such as filling the whole card (Bingo), filling a row, column, diagonal or other shapes.
2. 75-Ball Bingo: This version uses 75 numbers and the cards are in a 5×5 format with a centre cell that is usually considered “free”. Players must collect certain combinations of numbers to win.
3. 90-Ball Bingo: This is a variation that uses 90 numbers and the cards have a 9×3 format (three rows with nine cells in each row). This is the typical format for the game of Bingo in the UK.
4. Speed Bingo: In this version of the game, the numbers are announced quickly and players have to be very quick in marking them on the card. This adds an element of competition and excitement.
5. Casino Bingo: Some casinos play Bingo for money where players can bet and win money.
6. Variations in prizes: Some Bingo games may add different variations in prizes. For example, there may be a prize for the first player to fill the centre cell or for the player who collects a certain combination of numbers.
7. Online Bingo: With the development of the internet, online versions of Bingo have become available where players can play from home or from their mobile devices.
8. Social Bingo: This is a form of Bingo that is often organised at charity events or family gatherings to raise funds and spend time with family and friends.

These are just a few examples of the varieties of Bingo games, and there are many other variations and rules that can vary from country to country and among different organisers.