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  • What's Bingo?

    By Lisa West on Friday, 26th June 2009

    Bingo Machines are officially exempt from the amount which can be licensed, for any one particular gaming establishment.  They are also exempt from prize and stake limits.  However, the Gambling Commission has become more and more aware of the twists and turns, the gaming machine manufacturers are doing, in order to get past the regulations in place, to control slot machine gambling.

    The biggest concern seems to be, some of the manufacturers are designing machines which are, supposedly, Bingo Machines, yet bare little difference to the more regulated slot and gaming machines. In an attempt to straighten things out, the Gambling Commission have come up with a list of criteria for Bingo Machines.

    Now, if the new machines dont match that criteria, the commission are stating that they should not be classed as Bingo Machines, and may well be taxed accordingly.  The new move, at present, is voluntary.  However, the Gambling Commission have warned, if it isnt sorted out this way, they will take more formal steps to make the requirements regulatory.

    The Gambling commission did hold discussions, with both the UK Bingo Association, and British Amusement Catering Trade Association (BACTA).  The Bingo association represents all UK  licensed Bingo Operators, and BACTA represent the manufacturers of the pay to play machine industry. The new criteria is applicable to all Bingo games, regardless of whether they are automated, live, or machine.

    There are certain criteria in place, which is specific to the manufacture of Bingo Machines.  These machines may not be placed in an area where under eighteens can enter.  The price per game may not be changed, nor may the prize on offer be dictated by the number of people playing.  The new Code of Practice has already been issued to both BACTA and UK Bingo Association members.

    Although it has not been officially made regulatory (yet!), the Gambling Commission seem determined to get the issues dealt with. So, it seems in everyones interest to follow the guidelines, probably sooner, rather than later.

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 26/06/2009

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  • 200% first Deposit Bonus at Golden Hat Bingo

    By Lisa West on Monday, 22nd June 2009

    Golden Hat Bingo havent been up and running that long.  However, if you take a look at this great Online Bingo site, youll see, theyve soon got into to the swing of things!  Especially with regards to their Jackpot Bingo Games and Bingo Promotions.  Right now, they are offering new players a very warm and welcoming 200% First Deposit Bonus, from 10, up to an incredible 100!  Definitely a good way to make the most of your Bingo cash!!!

    Registering is quick and easy, and your bonus is credited to your account straight away.  So, you can start playing immediately. Golden Hat Bingo offers both the 90ball and 75 ball Bingo Games, and, as if that big First Deposit Bonus wasnt enough, they also have a good helping of Free Bingo Games on offer. If you fancy a change, they also have some funky Slots, Instants and Scratch Card games, to keep you busy.

    Jackpots at Golden Hat Bingo offer players just about all the excitement they can handle.  Right now, they are running a Super Jackpot promotion for new players, and someone could win up to 20,000! Another good reason to sign up!  When you register, they will ask you for a lucky number.  If you win on your lucky number, in less than thirty three calls, you will bag the big Super Jackpot prize.

    If you refer a friend, and you will be doing them a favour with the 200% First deposit Bonus on offer right now, GoldenHatBingo will also give you a fiver.  You and your friend can then join the Online Bingo community chat rooms, where there are some exciting, fun and friendly, Bingo Games on offer.

    There is an awesome selection of hourly, weekly and monthly promotions available, making this site one of the best, all round, Online Bingo sites available.  Just check it out, and youll see what I mean!

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 22/06/2009

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  • A New Bingo Experience From Microgaming

    By Lisa West on Tuesday, 16th June 2009

    Online Bingo and Casinos have fast become a multibillion dollar industry. Competition has become, should we say, intense? Although, that would probably be an understatement! But all this competitiveness has been good for Bingo Players. Today, theres a huge variety of Online Gaming products available, created to be user friendly, to encourage even people who have never played a game of Bingo in their lives, to settle down for a game online.

    Microgaming have to be one of the most innovative, and unique, Online Gaming companys around. A private company who started out less than ten years ago, is now, for many, the workplace for some of the best minds in the industry. This month, the company have announced the release of their newest Online Bingo, stand alone, software.

    Right now, Microgaming havent giving away too many details, to date. However, they have promised to let the cat out of the bag, to Bingo Players, at the Online Bingo Summit being held today and tomorrow (16th and 17th June). This is the fourth year of the summit, and every big name brand operator and gaming software company will be there.

    In times past, Microgaming Bingo Software only functioned within their Casino software. The new stand alone, Online Gaming, Bingo software will function on a completely different platform.  This means it can be installed alongside any other software. Therefore, opening more doors to operators and their Bingo Players.

    The new software includes the traditional UK, 90Ball game, and the 75Ball game. Plus! Theres a great selection of casino games, slots, instant and scratch cards included. Each operator has the option to add their own personal stamp on the new software package. As the new micro gaming slogan says, "It's what's inside that counts"! Only time will tell.

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 16/06/2009

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  • Time For A Bingo Break!

    By Lisa West on Wednesday, 10th June 2009

    Online Bingo has been taking the world by storm, and with the introduction of the smoking ban in the UK, the Bingo Association has been looking for a way to get people back into their local Bingo Clubs. And here you have it! Introducing the new, Bingo Break game!!!

    Right now, the New Bingo Game is in trial mode, although it has already been given the go ahead by the Gambling Commission. Bingo tickets, to join in with the new game, are currently available at thirteen Bingo Clubs in the UK. You will need to find a land based Club participating in the trials, to purchase a ticket. However, you can play Bingo Break whenever you feel like it!

    The New Bingo Game works like a lottery. Players choose numbers between one and sixty, so this is, effectively, a 60 Ball game. Prizes are based on how many numbers you match, with the ten drawn. Cash prizes are up for grabs, between two and fifteen pounds, but the Progressive Jackpots have been reaching thousands of pounds. To date, more than a hundred and thirty thousand tickets have been played, and more than 85,000 has been won.

    Tickets for the New Bingo Game are sealed and pre-fixed, so you can even purchase them AFTER the numbers have been drawn. No rushing about, to get to the Bingo Club in time for the next game!!! So far, one in five tickets have turned out to be winners, thats around twenty percent, and several new variations of the game are already in the pipeline.

    The Bingo Association has announced that it wont be long before more similar, New Bingo Games, are introduced. Theres definitely a buzz for the game already, and the Industry is feeling very positive, about the success of their New Bingo Game. If you havent tried out the new game, why not give yourself a Bingo Break and get down to your local Bingo Club today!

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 10/06/2009

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  • Game Village have loads of bingo offers, Did you know?

    By Vikki Taylor on Friday, 24th April 2009

    There’s a whole bundle of promo games at Game Village bingo, but here’s some you may not know about…

    Did you know that while your fast asleep in bed, you could be winning? Game village run a Start of the Day promo from midnight to 1am. All these games will start the pot at £20 but don’t worry if you can’t stay up all night playing bingo, you can also pre-buy your tickets. Or if you’re like me and have a lot of trouble sleeping you can come on Game Village yourself and play, take part in a few of the Night Owl chat games, and win some free cards as well.

    Or maybe you’re a fan of pattern games, then all April you can play Game Village’s Egg Pattern games and be entered into the draw at the end of the month.

    Don’t have the money spare for online bingo but still want to play? Well now Game Village also offer free games or 1p games, just rush over to the Chip Van and play Cheap as Chips. You’ll get 100% cashback on all you wagers, and play for 1p bingo cards between noon and 1pm.

    Midnight ”til noon you can play the free game dingo, which is a bit of a cross between slots and bingo, or to play all day theres Supergems, which is like the more-famously known bejewelled; you play these games using points rather than money and can win points back.

    There’s so much more going on at Game Village and I don’t want to ramble on… Just get over there. Trust me. There’s something for everyone…

    This was an article by Jess for Bingo Faces on Game Village

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  • Rock And Roll Bingo

    By Vikki Taylor on Sunday, 19th April 2009

    Rock and Roll Bingo, a great new twist on the classic game of bingo.

    The concept was thought up by Mark Walsh just to play in his local pub, but has now caught the eye of Mecca Bingo. Mecca Bingo will trial Walsh’s Rock and Roll Bingo in their Nottingham bingo hall, and then possibly go on to run it in Mecca Bingo halls across the country.

    The idea is that song clips will be played instead of calling numbers, and players will mark off the song names on their cards. The rules other than that are basically the same, the first player to mark all the songs on their card off and call house, wins.

    Walsh told The Yorkshire Evening Post: “We thought we had something and we thought it would take off but now we’re just over the moon. We just started playing it in a few places and it just went through the roof.”

    But it seems getting his game into Mecca Bingo halls is not all Mark Walsh has in mind, he is now working on adapting the game so it could be played online or on TV.

    Personally, as a massive music fan, I think this is a great idea and hope it goes far, I would definatly want to give it a go.

    This was an article by Jess for Bingo Faces on Rock and Roll Bingo

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  • Gala TV or Gala Bingo?

    By Lisa West on Sunday, 5th July 2009

    Sunday Night is now Big Brother night, at GalaBingo. If youve been missing some of those housemates, from times gone by, the Gala TV Online Bingo Club has been kind (?) enough to bring them back to you. It all starts tonight, at 8pm, and every week, Gala TV will bring you a new ex Big Bro. Craig Philips was the first ever Big Brother winner, way back in 2000. Craig has been no stranger to TV, since his win, and even has his own production company, called Avent Productions.

    Gala TV are also launching showbiz Bingo. Basically, this is a showbiz gossip column, that GalaBingo hope will keep their Online Bingo players happy. Sam Mann from This Morning, Callan and Giles Vickers will be presenting the show. No too original, has nothing to do with Online Bingo, but hey, who knows? The Director for Gala TV shows, Paul Tremain, is planning to air a new themed show every month. He believes this will "keep loyal viewers engaged and interacting with usummmm You can catch the shows on the Gala Online Bingo website, Sky, and Free Sat (channel 861).

    If youre looking for a free sign up bonus, GalaBingo is not the wtg. If youre looking for Free Bingo Games on a regular basis, this is a good place to be. You will have to deposit, if youre a new player, before you can join in the fun. The Free Bingo Games are linked, and run from midday to midnight, seven days a week, on the hour. Theres plenty of side games around, to keep you busy in between, and Gala has both the 90ball and 75ball Bingo Games. Not a lot else in the way of promotions, but then, they probably spent all the money on presenters

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 05/07/2009

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  • Get a 20 No Deposit Bonus at House of Bingo

    By Lisa West on Saturday, 11th July 2009

    House of Bingo were launched just last year, and in the short time theyve been up and running, they have managed to make a good impression among Online Bingo players.  The design is a bit different, kind of nostalgic!  Reminds me of the stage at my local church hall! But then, they are using the Cozy Bingo Software, so maybe the shoe fits I did check this site out when they first started, and they were only offering the classic UK 90Ball Bingo Game, and a fast, 80Ball Game.  Im pleased to see, they have recently added a new 75Ball Bingo Game as well.  

    You dont see the site around that much, not like you do the big brand names.  But then again, you dont get hundreds of players all fighting for a tenner in every room you enter, and that can be a GOOD thing!! House of Bingo also give you 20 in Bingo Bucks for signing up.  So its no big licks if you dont like what they have to offer.  You do have to register a credit card, when you sign up, but you dont have to make a deposit to get you paws on the 20.  

    If you decide to stay and play at House of Bingo, they will give you a whopping 200% cash match bonus on your first deposit.  After that, you can get up to 250% on every deposit you make.  They have a main monthly promotion available, and daily promotions.  Plus, some cool giveaways and bonuses up for grabs at the weekend.  You find things like, Buy one get one free, and theres a 100 Guaranteed daily Jackpot Bingo Game held every day.  The Big Wins here are under a thousand, so if youre looking for life changing amounts, look elsewhere!  No, its not Foxyfied, and its not Celebrified.  But it is Cozyfied!!!

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 11/06/2009

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  • King Jackpot Bingo Wears the 3D Crown of Online Bingo

    By Lisa West on Sunday, 12th July 2009

    Being a big (BIG!!!) Sims fan for many years, I just love the 3D graphics at King Jackpot Bingo.  Awesome!!  It just makes the whole Online Bingo experience soooo realistic.  King Jackpot Bingo has been around a while now, since 2004 in fact.  They dont have the publicity of sites like Foxy, or Crown, but they do have the awesome graphics and games, provided by Leapfrog Software.  A company renowned for their 3D, virtual Bingo Hall, graphics creations. If youre not a big 3D Games player, dont be put of by the techie graphics, the site is easy to use.  Even if youve never been to a Bingo Hall in your life, youll find your way around, no problem.

    You do need to download software, to play Online Bingo at King Jackpot.  If you have a fast connection, this can be sorted in about five minutes.  It might take another five, even ten, if your on an old line, but believe me when I say.  It truly is going to be worth it!  King Jackpot Bingo have the classic UK 90Ball Bingo Game, and the American 75Ball.  Plus, a whole collection of side games; slots, scratch cards, video poker and more there is something for everyone, and moving around from one Bingo Hall to another is also a lot of fun!

    King Jackpot Bingo will give all new players a 10, No Deposit Bonus, to take a look around.  On the house!  Every player has their own Avatar, although you can only personalise it to a point.  I have to say, one of the down features for me.  However, the fact everyone has Avatars, and you can see each other, makes it really interactive and a load more fun.  Makes that little chat box thing, seem truly old schoolwhich it is!!!  Once everyone takes their seat, its time to play Bingo!!! (You can even see how many numbers others players need to win!).  If you like the site, and decide to deposit, King Jackpot will match it, 100%, plus, they will give you 20% on every deposit after that.  An truly incredible, Online Bingo, gaming experience

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 12/06/2009

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  • 1.2 Million Mecca Online Bingo Jackpot

    By Lisa West on Wednesday, 8th July 2009

    Seems like Mecca Bingo are always in the news, for one reason or another, these days, and it certainly seems like that 62 Million Tax Rebate will be coming in handy! Because one lucky player, from Cumbria, has just won 1.2 million playing Online Bingo at the Mecca Bingo website. It has also been confirmed, by Mecca officials, this is the biggest payout, ever, for the Mecca Online Bingo site. A spokesman stated that the company think its fantastic news. Lynsey Mirehouse thought shed take a quick spin on Meccas Clover Rollover Progressive Jackpot slot game, and couldnt believe her luck when those five lucky shamrocks dropped into place. I bet she couldnt!

    The Mecca Bingo Clover Rollover has been on the rise for months now, and the air has been thick with anticipation among Meccas Online Bingo players for a while. Especially since it hit that magical 1 million mark! Lucky Lynsey threw a party at home, and along with hubby, Barry, they celebrated by having a few friends over for drinks. Apparently, they havent had much rest since, with the shock. Or is the wine??!!! Lyn, who works for a Workington insurance company, hasnt decided what to do with the money yet, apart from shes going to treat her dog! (no mention of the treating hubby - like her style).

    Lyn will be receiving her money, from Mecca Bingo superstar, Bingo Dave, in a few weeks time. At a special VIP presentation in London. The Mecca Bingo Clover Rollover has now been reset to a cool quarter of a million Definitely not to be sniffed at! Like Lyn, you could be the next lucky player to roll over in the clover at Mecca Bingo. But, If you dont play, theres no way!!! If you havent signed up yet, thats probably a good sign. Like Lyn, every big winner seems to be new, or nearly new to Online Bingo. So, what you waiting for? It just might be you!

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 08/06/2009

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  • Bolton Bingo Players get to Play with the Stars!!

    By Lisa West on Saturday, 18th July 2009

    Twenty lucky Players from the Mecca Bingo Hall in Bolton have just been given a big treat.

    Local Bingo Hall players, at Mecca Bingo, were asked to send an email to the Wigan Warriors, if they wanted a chance to take part in a special Bingo Game.  Then, twenty Players were randomly selected to spend a whole evening playing Bingo with their favourite boys!

    Not only did twenty lucky locals from the Bolton Mecca Bingo Hall get to play alongside the first team members of the Wigan Warriors, there were also treated to a great selection of special prizes.  Every type of Ruby paraphernalia was up for grabs; autographed T-shirts, tickets for the up and coming big game against Leeds, and all sorts of other great stuff.  The perfect night out for the true Rugby fan. Seems Mecca Bingo definitely know how to throw a big Bingo Game for their members!

    The Bolton Bingo Hall and Wigan Warriors especially got together to promote the teams up and coming big Rugby Super League game against the Leeds team, the Rhinos.  The super League Game will be on July 24th, at the JJB Stadium.  The Rhinos are currently second place in the tables, a good ten points ahead of Wigan.  Mecca Bingo have a year long deal as the Warriors official shirt sponsor.

    Mecca are one of the biggest land based Bingo Operators in the UK, with Bingo Halls up and down the country.  The also have a great Online Bingo site with plenty of great Bingo Games and promotions available.  One of the really good things about the Mecca Bingo website is that you dont have to deposit to play the games for fun.  That means, you can have a really good look around before you had over your cash.  A trusted name and a great Bingo Game, thats what you can always expect from Mecca Bingo!

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 18/07/2009

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  • It's a Big Bright Bingoday for Girls!

    By Lisa West on Saturday, 1st August 2009

    Bingoday first launched into the world of Online Bingo in 2006.  Earlier this year, they re-launched a new site using the popular Playtech Software.  If you havent tried out the new site yet, right now they will give you a 200% Bonus on your first deposit.  You can make a minimum 10 deposit, but you wont be getting any bonuses!  To qualify for the 200%, a minimum deposit of 20 must be made.  That is quite high, compared to a lot of sites, but the big, progressive jackpot Bingo Games are just to much to pass up!

    Bingoday also give players 25% on reloads, up to a maximum of 100.  Players who were registered for the old site will have to sign up again.  However, thats not so bad because theres plenty of bonuses available for your trouble.  Bingoday has always been a popular Online Bingo website, so this offer probably wont stay around for long.  Without doubt, if are thinking about giving them a try, nows probably the time.  

    One thing that really stands out about Bingoday, is the design.  It just oozes the feeling of girlie community having fun, but in a very sophisticated way!  The promotions and prizes are geared to girlies, like spa treatments and shopping trips.  So theres loads of great prizes on offer.  Chatrooms are 24/7, and there are always a few little extras on offer here.  They have four versions of the 75 and 90Ball Bingo Games on offer, and tickets start at 2p. Bargain!

    Another thing thats good about Bingoday?  It makes a very pleasant change to see something a little different!  I dont know how many of these so called, new Bingo websites are mirror copies of the last one, that operator launched.  But its too many. With all the money these guys are raking in, youd think theyd make a bit more effort to keep their players happy.  Its little more than we deserve!

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 01/08/09

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  • Scratch that Bingo Itch with The Daily Mail!

    By Lisa West on Friday, 21st August 2009

    The Daily Mail Bingo use the St Minver software platform which is actually powered by Parlay Bingo.  Curiously, although many of the St Minver websites tend to be all too similar, the Daily Mail site has managed to keep a bit of individuality.  If you fancy giving their Bingo Games a twirl, they will give you 10 free cards.  It seems just enough to test the water.  However, there are a lot of players who would like to see that offer being a little more generous!  They are certainly more generous with their first deposit bonus.  New players get a 100% cash match bonus, on anything from the minimum deposit of 10, right up to 125.  Thats a lot of free Bingo, by any standards.

    One of the things that stands out about the Daily Mail Bingo website, are the chat rooms.  This website has a lot of regular players, so the chat is amazingly friendly.  Everyone is there to have a good time, as well as maybe winning some cash playing their favourite game.  To help the newbies to Bingo find their feet, Daily Mail  Bingo have even supplied a handy Bingo Lingo section, which has all the latest and most popular chat terms going.  No need for anyone to miss out on the Mails buzzing Bingo community!

    The Daily Mail Bingo website has a lot to offer their players.  So much so, you might want to invite your friends along.  Do that, and your Bingo Buddy can enjoy a double helping of free try out tickets.  Plus, theyll give you a free fiver on top.  Well worth spreading the word me thinks!  Wednesdays, you can treat yourself to some fab 1p Bingo, from 6am in the morning, right up until midnight.  Every day, just for logging in, Daily Mail Bingo will treat you to a free scratch card, and you could win 100.  So, if youve got a bit of Bingo itch, why not just go and scratch it!!!


    This was an article by Lisa on Daily Mail Bingo

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  • Roll Up For The National Bingo Game!

    By Lisa West on Friday, 4th September 2009

    The National Bingo Game came into affect across the country, at Bingo Halls, in June 1986. It was a great  hit with many players, mainly because the jackpots were massive. Not only that but they were linked with other bingo clubs up and down the UK. Whichever player was the first to shout Bingo! With the least amount of numbers, was entitled to the National Bingo Game jackpot prize.

    Introduced in 1986, parliament brought in a new legislation called the Bingo Act.  The introduction of this legislation made it possible for players to take part in The National Bingo Game everyday of the year, twice a day.  Gala Bingo and Mecca Bingo were two of the biggest brand names to join up. Although, it was played at most land based, UK Bingo Halls. 

    2008 brought round some big changes in the Gala Bingo Halls. They dropped the National Bingo Game, so they could introduce a new membership style game, for their own regular players. Of course, this made the odds of winning the National Bingo Game much better.  All the more for everyone else!

    Plenty of independent Bingo Halls played the National Bingo Games everyday, but maybe the best known name for the National Bingo Game is Mecca Bingo.  The price of tickets varies, but it's only 25p for the afternoon game, and in the evening you can play for just 1.

    The National Bingo Game offers a range of different prizes, depending on whether it is the weekend or a weekday.  It also depends on whether the sessions are in the afternoon or the evening. The National Bingo Game has a National and Regional prize. Both of which, the winning player is the National Player to shout Bingo! first, with the lowest amount of numbers;  The same for the Regional Player prixe.  First to shout Bingo! With the fewest amount of numbers walks off with the goodies.  So, if you have always been an online player, why not get along to your local Bingo Hall?  and join in with the fun!  Its the ONLY place you can play.

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on the National Bingo Game

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  • Brits Use Bingo Chat Rooms To Reduce Stress

    By Lisa West on Wednesday, 9th September 2009

    The world of Bingo has been under scrutiny for some time now, both in the press, and by a seemingly endless barrage of market researchers.  Yet another survey has been carried out, but this time, it reveals much more than a list of statistics.  The survey was carried out by a respected Online Bingo comparison site, and is based upon the responses of more than one thousand people. The survey revealed that one in six people are turning to chat rooms, as a way to find support, for the escalating problems that most Brits are currently facing.  

    Of course, the current economic meltdown is causing a lot of people financial problems.  Money worries was top of the stress list, affecting more than 70%, of the one thousand people who took part in the survey.  This must be a prominent factor, when considering the popularity of Free Bingo websites.  Here, players have the perfect opportunity to beat the credit crunch, and share their troubles.  As they say, A problem shared is a problem halved.  

    More than 78%, of those questioned, stated that playing online games, like Bingo, allowed them to wind down.  They also emphasised that the social network, available through such gaming websites, was an underlining factor, as to why they were able to achieve that. The survey found that one of the top ways people chose to de-stress, was by talking to friends; with around 40% of those people, preferring to talk in a chat room.

    The survey also revealed why people prefer to talk in chat rooms.  Almost 50% said that it was easier to make friends there, and almost as many, felt more at ease.  Therefore, were more open about their problems.  With money worries gripping the nation, more and more people are looking toward the online chat rooms and gaming websites, as way to relax and make friends.  This survey does a lot to reveal why the Free Bingo websites are becoming so popular.  It also seems, providing chat rooms and team games, and a good socially interactive base for players, has never been so important.



    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Bingo Chat Rooms

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  • Community Bingo - Taking It Home To Texas

    By Lisa West on Saturday, 12th September 2009

    It is incredible what a game of Bingo can achieve.  Especially today, with our high tech, interactive, all singing, all dancing, state of the art - am I overdoing it here??? - well, you get the picture!  Technology and the internet has added a new dimension to the game, and despite its success, online Bingo does have its fair share of critics.  Why?  Primarily, many believe it simply does not have the same sense of community, that the land based Bingo Halls can provide.  For those who dont really understand what that means, they might be wiser if they played in Texas!

    Charity Bingo has put back $3.2million into the one hundred and forty different counties, and cities, situated across the state of Texas.  And, thats just the figures for the first half of 2009!  Thats a lot of money going back into the community, and thats a lot of fun being had by those communities at the same time.  Talk about a win, win situation.  According to Texan law, 5% of any prize won, playing Charity Bingo, must be donated to the General Revenue Fund.  Looking at the figures, they must be loving their Charity Bingo over there! 

    During the second quarter of 2009, Bingo donations to the General Revenue pot went up by 5.3%.  Any counties or cities that impose the levy, get half of the donation, from every player who wins in their jurisdiction.  So obviously, everyone is enjoying the benefits.  Hows that for putting the community spirit back into Bingo?  There are few who could argue with this kind of taxation.  Certainly a less bitter pill to swallow, compared to the latest tax rise, imposed on the already ailing UK operators.  If the government really wants to squeeze a few more coffers from Bingo, maybe they should take a leaf out of the Texan book?


    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo faces on Charity Bingo

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  • Join The Bingo Breakthrough!

    By Lisa West on Tuesday, 15th September 2009

    The game of Bingo has always been used as a charity fund raiser, as well as a way to provide an excellent source of entertainment for the community.  In the UK, one in every nine women are diagnosed with cancer, at some point in their lives.  Various charities have been set up to help those who have been affected.  As well as provide the money needed, to continue research, and ensure the informations available, to help reduce the fear factor, and promote awareness.  The National Bingo Game has been on the go since 1986, and has always been popular with land based players. They have joined with UK charity, Breakthrough Breast Cancer, to launch a new campaign, called Breakthrough Bingo. Together, they plan to raise money, to help this much needed cause.

    The National Bingo Game is a linked game, offering some HUGE cash jackpots.  Since 1986, it has been played at both Gala and Mecca Halls across the country; as well as a majority of the independent clubs. Gala Bingo dropped the National game a year ago, so they wont be taking part in the new Breakthrough Breast Cancer charity push. However, as you may know, they have their own campaign running, to support Sue Ryder.  Another admirable UK Charity that offers support and care to those suffering from Cancer and other terminal, or long term illnesses. Gala hope to raise 1Million over the next eighteen months.  

    The special Breakthrough Bingo game is not actually Bingo, its an instant scratch card, with cash jackpot prizes available of up to 1000!  Tickets are a pound, and the National Bingo Game will donate 11.5% of every ticket sold, plus any taxable profit, to the Breakthrough Breast Cancer charity.  The Breakthrough Bingo campaign begins on October 5th, and will run for three months. The National Bingo Game launches this campaign every year, and has raised more than 3Million since 2003. Even so, they need as much support as they can get, and players can give that, in an instant!


    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on the National Bingo Game

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  • Bingo Nation Adds Some Community Spirit

    By Lisa West on Wednesday, 16th September 2009

    We hear a lot, about how Online Bingo cannot offer players the same kind of community spirit as land based Bingo Halls.  And, yes, UK Bingo started out as a way for the local church to raise some funds; for the steeple or roof; the local church school; or any other charitable organisation they supported. As well as provide a place where locals could enjoy a friendly night out, interact with the neighbours (maybe win a packet of jelly), and do their bit for the community. Sorted, everyone happy!

    Since the introduction of Online Bingo, local Bingo Operators have felt the pinch.  Some have been forced to shut down, and jobs have been lost.  On top of that, the players have seen the doors close, to what they considered an important part of their social life.  Even so, with the recession and a smoking ban, it was inevitable that some players would look for an alternative.  Online Bingo simply filled a gap. By offering a more economical Bingo Game, in an unrestricted environment, their home!    

    So, that is the practicality of it all.  But what about that community spirit?  Was it lost?  Hell no!  Gala Bingo and the National Bingo Game operators are busy right now, raising money, both online and off.  But what about all those other Online Bingo websites?  What are they doing for the community?  Well, that community spirit is alive and well at Bingo Nation. 

    Bingo Nation donate 50% of the prize pools in a special, monthly, fundraising promotion, to different charities.  By doing this, they have become a true beacon among the Online Bingo operators.  Bingo Nation concentrates its efforts upon the smaller, more disadvantaged charities, and to date, have raised more than 5000. Now, hopefully, more of the online operators will follow Bingo Nations lead.  Because if ever our communities needed a helping hand, it is right now. 

    Local charities do not have the fund raising power that bigger charities, like Sue Ryder, have.  It is not that one cause is more worthy than another, all these charities need support.  Even so, the smaller charities tend be overshadowed by the publicity of the bigger operations.  Online Bingo can do just as much for local communities, just as the land based Bingo Halls have in the past. You can help encourage more online operators to do their bit, by joining in with the special games.  Therefore, giving your support.  Remember, YOU ARE the community!

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo faces on Online Bingo

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  • St Minver Websites To Run GTECH G2 Software

    By Lisa West on Saturday, 19th September 2009

    GTECH G2 may be a newcomer to the online gaming industry, but that doesnt seem to be cooling their heels in any way.  The news that GTECH would be replacing the Parlay Entertainment software, on all eighty of the St Minver sites, was announced at the EiG in Copenhagen.  Despite the fact that Parlay Entertainment seem to be splashing the cash, buying up anything they can get their hands on, profits were down for the first half of 2009. Whether the latest move by St Minver will have any great affect, is yet to be seen.  

    Although GTECH are a relatively new venture, they do own St Minver.  Therefore, it could have been assumed, chances were, they were going to change over to their own software. The GTECH software will replace the Parlay Entertainment software on every site;  Including the Boss Media Bingo network, as well as the International Bingo Network.  The change over wont be happening for a few months yet, targeted for next February, 2010.   

    That wasnt the only announcement GTECH made at the EiG.  They also broke the news that they would be releasing new Bingo software, Bingo 2.2.  A Swedish operator will be the first to launch the new software, Hem Bingo.  The new software is multi language, multi currency, and can support linked games.  GTECH believe the Bingo 2.2 software will allow their clients to pool liquidity and maximize the jackpots.  Although new to the scene, GTECH G2 seem hell bent on making an impact.  Their software also holds many promises.  It will be updated every three months, ensuring the online Bingo experience remains exciting and problem free.  Something that is overlooked by too many of the online operators and software providers.  This should get them up on their toes!

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Online Bingo

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  • Wink Bingo Pays Out 25K On The Big O!

    By Lisa West on Wednesday, 23rd September 2009

    There has been some serious build up to Wink Bingos Big O prize draw.  It started in July, as part of their Summer Lovin promotions. The 25K up for grabs, is the biggest jackpot, Wink have ever offered.  Literally thousands of tickets and hundreds of players entered into this 1 a ticket, mammoth prize draw.  Everyone has been eagerly waiting for the grand finale, and finally, the agonising wait is over.  Looks like the thirteenth really is lucky for some, because thats the day the Big O finally ended.  The luckiest player at Wink Bingo right now is myracar79.  And you can bet, dont she just know it!  Now.

    When she first heard the news, myracar79 thought the site had been hacked! And rang security to tell them so  Her first response, being one of utter disbelief, also made her convince herself that it was bonus points she had won, not s.  Main problem??? Winks Big O promotion had been going on so long, she couldnt even remember buying any tickets!  Oddly enough, that might actually be the case, because Wink were handing out plenty of freebies, during the promotion.  In which case, myracar79 has just done the double! Lucky her ;)

    The Big O has been the highlight of Winks summer promos. Obviously, a few short espressos and a tranquilising donut later, myracar79 is in fine form, and looking forward to a trip to Disney Land with the kids. Without doubt, with four of her own, and her sisters too, it wont be a holiday any of them forget in a hurry!  She hasnt worked out exactly what to do with the rest of the money yet, and probably wont get too much time to think about it on her forthcoming holiday.  Obviously, Id love to help. So, myracar79, any space for a little one in your suitcase!!!!?????  Hey! Everyone loves a winner!

    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Wink Bingo

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  • Come On Honey, Show Me The Money!

    By Lisa West on Wednesday, 30th September 2009

    Everyone loves a tourney!  And Wink Bingo is always there to accommodate.  Tonight, theres a sweet 25K up for grabs.  No wonder they called it Share the Money, Honey!  That kind of money is definitely enough to get the old Bingo buds watering. The general drift of this game is, players earn points when they play the instant games.  Every 10 wagered on any Instant Game earns 1 Tournament Point.  All the instant games are included in the promotion. Theres a few wild card touneys around too, offering the perfect opportunity to clock up some last minute points. Players also get 5 points if they get the biggest win of the day, and 2 points for emailing Wink with a good reason, as to why they would love to share.  Be nice everyone, remember, sharing is caring roomies!

    Theres money in the honey pot for the top 100 players of the tournament. To be eligible to take part, players must have made a deposit. Thats it, then just play their favourite instant games.  Show me The Money Honey is a slots tourney, but Wink Bingo have laid on various different tourneys in the past, also the same kind of principle applies.  Play games, collect points, climb the leader board.  Wink are giving away thousands with this promotion, and one hundred players are set to win.  First prize is a storming 5K! Very sweet : )

    If you love tourney games, just like Share The Money honey, then Wink Bingo is a good place to be.  Wink has fast become a popular online Bingo website,  and they go a long way to keep their players busy.  Their sign up offer is the best on the net, with a 15 bonus in welcome cash, just for signing up. No Deposit Required.  Plus, a 200% cash match on the first deposit and 50% on all reloads over 10.  As well as some ace promotions, players also get 10% cash back on ALL loses.  With an offer like that, its gonna be hard not to give these guys the Wink!


    This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Wink Bingo

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  • NEW! Deal or No deal Bingo Game

    By Lisa West on Friday, 2nd October 2009

    Virtue Fusion are in the headlines again, after making their latest press release statement.  So, whats going on now? What is the UKs leading Bingo software provider up to now?  After the last few months, theres not a lot we would be surprised by  but, Ice Bingo Booths in Rekyvic?  Na! just kidding..  Virtues Fusion have announced, they are about to get connected with Endemol UK; a UK company who have become frontrunners, in entertainment programming.  On that note, you may well be wondering, what exactly has Endemol got, that Virtue Fusion want.  Because you know very well, they must have something important!

    Well, what its all about, is that amazing TV show, Deal or No Deal, which has taken the world by storm.  By running in cahoots with Endemol, Virtue Fusion now have a free hand, to develop some new and exciting Bingo games, based on this great show.  Jurian van der Meer, Head of Products and Brand Exploitation for Endemol, stated that the company were really excited, about the prospect.  

    The new Virtue Fusion game will combine facets of traditional Bingo, along with elements of the show.  Van Deer also added, "Deal or No Deal is one of Endemol's biggest TV hits worldwide.  He also revealed that the company believed Virtue Fusion would create a new entertainment experience, and would be distributing the game to some of the biggest operators in the bingo industry.  Look like big plans lay ahead, for the Endemol-Virtue Fusion connection.  

    The new game is set to hit the Virtue Fusion network within weeks.  Some of the biggest online operators, in the UK, have already confirmed, they will be hosting the new Deal or No Deal Bingo Game. This includes Mecca, Sky and Paddy Power.  Virtue are also waiting for more operators to confirm, in the very near future.  And, with an innovative software developer like Virtue Fusion behind it, Im sure it wont be long before the operators are knocking down the doors for it!

    This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on the new Deal or No Deal Bingo Game

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  • Cheeky Bingo - Its So Special!

    By Lisa West on Friday, 9th October 2009

    Blimey!  Better get your dabbers charged guys and gals, because theres a tonne of great specials on, down at Cheeky Bingo. These guys were the first online Bingo operator, to offer free Bingo games, with real cash prizes. And boy, did they start something when they introduced that one!  Cheeky Bingo have a tonne of free games going on, every single day. And, they offer a lot of fun, especially when you consider, none of it is going to cost you a penny.  

    Players can sign up for a free account at Cheeky Bingo, and play for free without having to make a deposit.  However, if you want to join in with their fab Chat, Progressive Jackpot and big money, guaranteed jackpot games, you do have to be a depositing player.  The minimum deposit at Cheeky is 10.  Players making their first deposit, get 20 in free cash, which is a pretty generous offer.  They also give a 50% bonus on all subsequent reloads.  

    Cheeky Bingo offer both the 90ball and 75ball game, and have some big, progressive jackpots up for grabs.  As well as a weekly 5000 jackpot game. Tickets for the 5000, Cash Crazy jackpot game are 50p, and can be pre-purchased.  So, you dont even need to be logged at Cheeky Bingo, for a chance to win s!

    The Naughty But Nice, 90ball Bingo room at Cheeky Bingo is where players can get their hands on a Progressive jackpot.  Call a full house in 44 calls and under, to scoop the cash prize pot.  Theres another progressive jackpot up for grabs in the Cheeky Minx, 75ball Bingo game.  To bag the Special Cheeky Smile Progressive Jackpot, players need to call a full house in 22 numbers or less.  If you love the buzz of a big jackpot prize, then Cheeky Bingo is going to be a real fun house for you.  Definitely, the big money hunters most favoured kind of game!

    This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Cheeky Bingo

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  • Inspired Gaming At Gala Bingo

    By Lisa West on Saturday, 10th October 2009

    Looks like the number 3600 as turned out lucky, for Inspired Gaming.  Currently, the company has exactly that amount handheld terminals, in Gala Bingo Halls up and down the country.  And, it looks like that has turned out to be a truely inspired move on their behalf.  Because, now, Gala Bingo want another 3600!  The Inspired Gaming Group PLC are a UK based company who supply gaming software to online Bingo and Casino operators in ten countries.  By no means a cottage industry.  However, renegotiating a deal like this, can only add to their portfolio and their profit margins, of course.

    The extra Bingo Wizard terminals were distributed in September, in most of Gala Bingos one hundred and forty eight Bingo Halls, situated throughout the UK.  Originally, the Inspired Gaming Group developed and designed the Bingo Wizard software, specifically for Gala Bingo. It operates solely alongside Galas current gaming platform. Its design provides players with a lot more opportunities to socialise, which is, without doubt, a good thing to encourage.

    Obviously, Gala Bingo feel that it has provided many advantages for players.  Else, they wouldnt be doubling up their order! Machines Director for Gala Coral, John Pettit, stated that the company has seen a significant change, with regards to how their members like to play Bingo.  Especially over the last few years.  Pettit believes that members now expect the most personal, flexible experience available.  

    Inspired Gaming were pioneers of Open Server Based Gaming (SBG). John Pettit stated that the SBG, provided by the company, enabled Gala Bingo to procure top content.  As well as allowing them to react quickly to consumer and legislative changes. From October, ten of Gala Corals UK betting offices will trial Inspired Gamings Storm Cabinet terminals.  Looks like this could be the beginning of a wonderful relationship!


    This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Gala Bingo

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  • Best Bingo Tips

    By Lisa West on Sunday, 11th October 2009

    Okay, so Bingo is, essentially, a game of luck.  Which, in its own wonderful way, means that everyone has the same chance of winning or do they!  Now, while you might think tampering with the odds is pretty much out of your control - apart from bringing along your lucky charm, or any other kind of superstitious tom foolery your might feel more comfy with! There are several strategies, that the more hardcore Bingoheads use, to up the odds a little!  Of course, I cant pass on their secrets to you, because Id have to kill you if I did.. Hah! No, only kidding just couldnt resist!

    When it comes to successful Bingo wagering, there are a few things you can do, to tilt the odds a little.  Number one rule is, less is more.  Try to avoid packed out Bingo rooms.  The more players there are, the less chance each of you has of winning. Of course, this is easier to get a handle on, if you play online.  However, even if you play at a local Bingo Hall, choosing your times ill make a difference.  Every bingo hall has their quiet times.  Chances are, they will be during the weekdays, but make it your business to find out when they are.  

    Unless you are a fairly experienced Dabber, bulk buying tickets isnt such a wise thing to do. Stick to one game at a time, and an amount of tickets you can easily keep your eye on.  For novice players, thats one of the biggest bonuses, with regards to playing online.  No need to be a quick draw dabber, or even brilliant at multi tasking, its automated!  Ultimately, Bingo is about having a good time, and making friends is easy.  Just be courteous! So, go have a good time.  But remember, spend wisely, and all things in moderation.     


    This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Bingo Tips

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  • Lucky Player Wins 67K At Gala Bingo

    By Lisa West on Thursday, 15th October 2009

    A lucky Gala Bingo player is definitely thanking her lucky stars right now;  After winning over 67K on Galas Galaxy Scratch Card game.  Of course, the lady in question is suitably gob smacked, especially when she thinks about the fact she only put down a 25p stake Incredible! Now, while you saying to yourself, That never happens to me, remember!  Thats exactly what this lucky player thought.  In fact, she was so NOT expecting that win, that she didnt even realise shed won 67,400.  She actually thought shed won 400! - 10/10 for observation Roomie! - Quite a lot of difference between those two figures, eh? ; ) And, as this lucky, 49 year old lady from Abergele in Wales stated, she would have been happy with that.  But, why be happy with 400, when you can have another 67!  Okay, can you tell?  I am green with envy!

    Gala Bingo launched the Galaxy Scratch Card Game just months ago, in March of this year. And, it has become one of their most well liked Scratch Cards - although I get the feeling, its about to get even more popular!  Each player has two cards for each round.  Fifteen numbers are called, and players can win for a row, a column, or a diagonal line. To win the progressive jackpot, as this player did, all fifteen numbers must appear in gold.  And, without doubt, that signified star spangled pot of gold, for this lucky player!  Which just shows you.  It isnt about how much you bet, or even the odds.  Its about playing.  If you dont play, you wont win.  If you do play, you just might get lucky.  And, a big win like this one, can bring about a lot of changes.  As the say, money gives you options.  So, with 67K in the bank, you would definitely be getting plenty of those!

    this was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on gala Bingo

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  • Foxy Bingo - In The Pink!?

    By Lisa West on Friday, 16th October 2009

    Every year, Breast Cancer ends the life of almost 12,000 women each year in the UK.  And, each year, it also affects the lives of many more people.  On October 18th, sees the official start of the UKs Pink Ribbon campaign, which is held every year. The money raised from the campaign is used to provide essential funds, for various medical schools, teaching hospitals and research institutes, based in the UK.  All of which are working hard, to find a way to prevent, and possibly even cure, this crippling disease.  

    This is by no means a new campaign.  But then, breast cancer is by no means, a new disease.  While the disease continues to take the lives of women, it is necessary to continue the research.  Therefore, although you may well have given your support in times past, it is essential that everyone continues to do so.  And, this year, you can do that, simply by playing Bingo with Foxy.  This year, Foxy Bingo have come up with some easy ways for members to help raise money for the campaign.  All players have to do?  Login, and take part in Foxys Play It Pink promotions.  

    While the Play it Pink promotion is running, tickets for the American, 75ball, game will be using the P pattern.  P for Pink of course! Foxy will donate a penny, to the Pink Ribbon campaign, every time a player purchases ten cards; in their special Play it Pink, 75ball game rooms.  Foxy will also put a penny in the campaign pot, for every ticket sold, in their big Monday night, 1000, guaranteed jackpot game.  Some of Foxy Bngos CM;s are also taking part, organising various fund raising events.  Players can also make a donation, by accessing any of those CMs special Just Giving campaign pages.  So, come on Lets be having you! All in the name of a good cause, of course ; )

    This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Foxy Bingo

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  • The 888Ladies Are Giving It Away Free ; )

    By Lisa West on Sunday, 18th October 2009

    According to a recent report, by a UK online Bingo monitoring service, players just cant help being lured by Free Bingo.  Apparently, the pull of the Free Bingo rooms is so strong, that it accounts for just over thirty percent of all online player activity.  Blimey!  Things dont half change fast in the world of online Bingo.  Back in January, Free Bingo rooms only managed to seduce around 3%.  This year, players have witnessed the launch of several, leading brand, Free Bingo websites, like Cheeky and Costa Bingo.   However, now, a lot of the pay to play sites are also offering Free Bingo.  And, that includes the lovely 888ladies!

    The 888ladies offer Free Bingo, Monday through Sunday.  The Ladies First room opens its doors at 11.30am.  Each player is allowed six tickets for each game, and there are 10 prize pots, up for grabs, every hour, right through until 11.30pm.  Thats twelve hours of Free Bingo, every single day.  Now, as if that wasnt enough every weekday evening at 7pm, Monday to Friday, players can win 300, in the big jackpot game, held in the Bubbly Bingo room.  On Saturday and Sunday, that prize pot goes up to 500.  Wow!

    The 888ladies give every new player 5, when they sign up.  NO deposit required, but you will need a valid credit or debit card.  However, only depositing players can join in with the promotional, free and side games.  But never mind!  The ladies are very generous.  Theres a 150% cash match bonus available, on first deposits from 10 to 100.  Plus, theres also a 50% cash match available, on all reloads of 20 to 100.  Thats a lot of free games, even without the free games!  Looks like the 888ladies are making sure, their members dont go getting mesmerised, by anybody elses offer ; )


    This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on 888ladies Free Bingo

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  • The Rise (& Fall?), and Rise of Bingo

    By Lisa West on Friday, 23rd October 2009

    Bingo has seen a miraculous metamorphosis over the past couple of years.  Although, especially during the last 12months.  In times past, if you played a game of Bingo, it was because you were taking your Gran out for the evening!  Recently, there has been big swing, towards the launch of smart new Bingo Halls, revamps and modernism.  Some might say, this was due to a do or die situation for land based operators.  Since the introduction of online Bingo, the game plan has changed.  Now, a new(ish) contender has entered the ring.  And, this is no lightweight opponent.  Online Bingo has, in many ways, catapulted the Bingo game onto a new level.  Huge numbers of players are logging in daily, to play at their favourite online site.

    The change has been too much, too soon, for some operators.  And, unfortunately, they have since closed their doors for the last time. Without doubt, the raised tax rate, recession, and smoking ban, helping them along.  Even so, there are many land based Bingo Halls doing very well, thank you!  But, what of the online Bingo Industry?  Has this also had its toll, upon the already flagging Bingo Halls.  Almost certainly. ..

    But, what has made online Bingo such a success? Number 1?  Bingo is a social game, and online Bingo offers the enjoyment of that, without the same expense.  No travelling costs, and,  tonnes of Bargain Bucket tickets.  Many of the big brand operators offering free, and penny Bingo.  Plus, when the schedule is tight, logging in is a darn site quicker than going into town.  To which, I might add, at home, you always, get your favourite, or lucky chair!

    There has been some big advancements online, with regards to technology.  Better graphics, better communication options, better games The online operators get pretty imaginative, when it comes to promotions, and variations of the basic Bingo game.  Nothing like a bit of variety to keep the spice in life!  And, on top of all that, you can find online Bingo action, twenty four hours a day, seven days a week.  No wonder its doing so well!

    This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Online Bingo

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  • Odds On At Crown Bingo

    By Lisa West on Sunday, 25th October 2009

    When it comes to Jackpots boys and girls, Crown Bingo is definitely king.  Just sifting through the latest, I came across an interesting (and very informative) site that was monitoring stats for the big brand sites.  Things like, how many players online, average pot, biggest jackpot available, that kind of thing! Now, while you might be thinking, yeah, yeah. More stats to fry my brain!  Looking at these, these are actually useful.  Now, while I am highly entertained by whos the Poshest, and so on Bingo is, after all, a gambling game.  And, when it comes to edging your bets, stats can be extremely useful.

    For instance?  When it comes to how many players are logged in, Crown Bingo was sitting in 10th place, with just under 600 players.  Tombola Bingo, on the other hand, sitting at the top of the tree, had more than 2000players logged in.  Now, compare the odds of winning there, with the fact that average pots at both sites, are around 45/50.  You Dont need to be a mathematician to work out, on which site the odds are more favourable.  Crown Bingo wins, hands down.

    Another, For instance?  Just take a look at the jackpots available.  In the Top 10, there are two operators who stand out from the crowd.  With regards to HUGE Jackpots.  Ladbrokes Bingo have a million up for grabs, and Mecca, just under 95,000.  However, when it comes to a balance of ratios, between how many players, and how big those jackpots are, Crown Bingo definitely turn up trumps.  At the moment, Crown has six major jackpot prizes on offer.  The Cash Cow is sitting at just under 20K: The Turbo Charger, at 16,482.16: The Crown Jewels, at 13,504.66: The Super Joker Jackpot, at 12,688.16: The Gold Rush, at 10,806.97.  And finally, the Big Apple at 7,646.41.  Do I need to say more?


    This is an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Crown Bingo

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  • Ladbrokes Bingo - Banging Up The Bonuses

    By Lisa West on Tuesday, 27th October 2009

    Ladbrokes Bingo have been upping their bonuses of late. Before, Newbies had to spend 10, before they could claim 20 in Bingo bonus money. Now, just 5 will be enough, to get your hands on the twenty.  However, new players do have to wait for that bonus to be given, after they have spent the qualifying 5 on Bingo cards.  But not too long, just 48hrs Plus, it looks like they are more than ready to jump on the bonus bandwagon, in more ways than one.

    Ladbrokes Bingo have just introduced a fabulous new game, Deal or No Deal Bingo.  And, they are bringing it in with a big, celebratory, bang!  Any player who buys 20 worth of tickets for the new game, can claim 10 in free dosh - up until October 29th.  Players need to register for the promotions first, but it is easy and very quick. Which is just as well, because this offer isnt around forever.  Just go to the Ladbrokes promotions page, fill in you email address and alias, and go play. Thats it.

    If you are a newly registered player, and have deposited 10, you will have to deposit another 10 to qualify.  Plus, it should be noted, the free 10 cannot be withdrawn.  Even so, new players who deposit 20, will receive 30 in free cash. Just for joining up and playing 20 worth of Deal or No Deal Bingo.  And boy, is this a great game! Win a full house and you will be in for a call from the banker.  Nows the time to make your choice. Will you stick to the prize pot you already won? (which is hidden behind the box). Or, take the amount the banker offers?  Now that Roomies, will be entirely your decision. But play it right, and you could be up for a share in a massive cash jackpot prize. So, is that a deal? Or not?  Me thinks yes Roomies!   

    This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Ladbrokes Bingo

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  • Come On Winkers! Get Yourselves Together

    By Lisa West on Sunday, 1st November 2009

    As well as some exciting online bingo games, paying out some huge jackpot prizes, Wink Bingo also have many of the popular and classic side games.  All the ones, many regular online players have long since learned to love.  Or, a whole range of slot, instant and casino games, which newcomers can enjoy, learning to love!   Wink Bingo are one of the few, larger online Bingo sites, who continue to offer a 15 welcome bonus.  Absolutely zero deposit required.  Add a 200% cash match on all first deposits of 10, and 50% on reloads of 10 or more, and you are looking at a very respectable amount of free Bingo. Never forgetting, of course, the 10% cash back for life, regardless of how much you deposit.  Great stuff!

    Team Bingo is certainly becoming popular among players.  After all, not only does it offer players the perfect opportunity to get to know their fellow Roomies; it also offers them an opportunity to get their hands on a pile of BPs.  And BPs are well worth having.  Why?  Because, Bingo buddies, you can exchange them for cash to buy Bingo tickets.  And, with a first prize of 170,000 BPs, second prize of 120,000, and third prize of 70,000, it could work out to be extremely lucrative bonus!  There are BPs up for grabs, for all the teams who make it into the Top 10.  Fourth position paying out 50,000 BPs, and 15,000 going to each team who come in fifth to tenth place.

    Players are allocated their team at Wink Bingo.  A big plus for Newbies, who havent had time to find their way around yet.  No need to miss out on the action!  Once Wink have got you allocated, all you need to do is play Bingo.  As usual!  And, each month, you will be allocated to a new team.  Team players who win, earn points for that team.  You got it!  The more your team wins, the higher they climb on the leader board.  Money for nothing Roomies!

    This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Wink Bingo

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  • NeoGames Delivering The Fairy Tale

    By Lisa West on Thursday, 5th November 2009

    NeoGames have launched a brand new scratch card into the magical world of online  Bingo.  The Fairy Tale has a fascinating fantasy theme, and looks destined to find fame and spread some fortune, all around the world.  NeoGames are world leaders, when it comes to the art of scratch cards.  They have been wooing and wowing players worldwide, with an ever expanding collection of state of the art, scratch creations.  There is little doubt, the arrival of the new Fairy Tale game, is certainly going to grab some attention.  

    Bingo players in the UK are more than a bit partial to online scratch card games.  And, they have been available, along with a variety of other exciting Instant games, to UK players for a long time. Today, there are few operators who do not integrate side games, within their Bingo games.  Such is the interest, and their appeal, NeoGames have been able to spawn a whole new generation of online scratch cards.  Today, they are major forerunners, within the online gaming industry. There is little doubt, the Fairy Tale will follow in the footsteps of some of the most successful fantasy scratch card games around.  This game is now available across all the NeoGames network.  As well as being available in 12 European languages.

    It is a beautifully designed fantasy game.  Each card represents a medieval castle.  Each castle having five mystery towers.  Inside each tower are a menagerie of curious looking characters.  From witches to princes, genies to dragons all the usual suspects are here!  Of course, you dont know whos hidden away until you do the scratch.  Reveal three matching characters, and you will be counting the cash! The more you wager, the bigger the cash pots!  For example, a wager of 50p could win you a 5000 pot.  The maximum stake is 10.  Get brave and you could be bagging a 100K Jackpot.  Definitely, the stuff that legends are made of..


    This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on NeoGames Scratch Cards

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  • Ladbrokes Laddies Lucky Loft - 1TG Bonus Round

    By Lisa West on Monday, 23rd November 2009

    Ladbrokes recently said adios to British shores.  Moving their business elsewhere, to avoid the high taxes bestowed upon them by the UK government. How can they be expected to compete otherwise?  With Gordon Brown taking his arm and leg, its nigh on impossible for them to keep in the running.  The website has had a bit of an overhaul of late.  Hopefully, to make way for all those great new promotions they will be treating their players to.  Hey  If they are saving all that money on taxes to compete. then promotions are the way to do that!  

    First off, they have made some changes to the terms and conditions for their Welcome Bonus.  No need to deposit 10, and it is much easier to get your hands on the free 20.  Simply register, deposit, spend the 5 and the money is yours.  Thats a 400% cash match Roomies.  What more could you ask for?  How about getting the chance to win 250, without getting a full house?  Yeah right thought so!!!  ; )

    In the all new Ladbrokes Laddies Lucky Loft players who just missed out, go through to the bonus round.  There is nothing more frustrating than missing out on a jackpot, because you didnt get that very last number - in Bingo Lingo terms, thats known as a 1TG ( 1 to Go).  Usually, all you get for that is mental torture for your trouble.  But in the new Laddies Lucky Loft at Ladbrokes, every player with a 1TG is treated to Laddies bonus round. For free!

    Laddies Lucky Loft is a 90ball room, which is open seven days a week, midday to midnight. When the game is called, any player sitting on 1TG automatically goes through to the bonus round.  No messing about!  Laddie guides you through a house, pulling downs window blinds as he goes.  When he shouts Win, whatever the amount is, is yours.  And it could be anything from 10p to 250. Not bad for losing, eh?

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  • FatSpannar Launching "New Dab For Life" Charity Bingo

    By Lisa West on Wednesday, 2nd December 2009

    Of late, we have seen a major surge from bingo operators, in the drive to raise much needed funds for UK charities.  After all, Bingo has always been a community game, originally a popular form of entertainment, devised and directed at raising money for local communities. A bit of harmless fun you might say!  Costa Bingo recently teamed up with the BBC, to raise money for their Children in Need charity. The efforts of employees at Gala Bingo now being legendary, when they made it to base camp on Everest.  As well as having themselves a game of bingo!

    One in nine women in the UK will be diagnosed with breast cancer.  Therefore, the charity work carried out is more than needed.  FatSpanner are known as specialists in online electronic games. Recently, they unveiled plans for a new bingo game, which will be known as Dab for Life.  The prototype was first seen at Londons recent Preview Show and FatSpanner were glad to see, there was plenty of interest in the new game.  

    Five percent of all the net profit made from the game will go to the UK Breast Cancer Campaign, which is a very respectable donation indeed.  The new game is a bit of a spin off from the companys tried and trusted, SWAP game for iphones, True Skill Bingo. FatSpanners New Business Director, Alfio Monterosso stated that everyone had been anxious to see whether the concept would be embraced by potential customer  at the show.  

    Despite the fact that True Skill has been more than successful in the marketplace, the company are somewhat apprehensive.  Why?  Because although Dab For Life is based on this successful game, it is NOT the same.  And FatSpanner have pledged 10K to the UKs Breast Cancer Campaign, whatever the outcome. So if it doesnt get a good reception.FatSpanner will be more than out of pocket.  So go help them out!  The company have pledged 5% of all profits to the UK Breast Cancer Campaign. And on the off, things are looking good, with the first test machines making a great impact. So keep your eyes peeled!


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  • Free Bingo Set To Expand.

    By Lisa West on Sunday, 6th December 2009

    Yes, apparently it is possible to expand upon the amount of free bingo already offered across the UK bingo networks.  Just when we all thought that free bingo had reached its saturation point, seems that was wrong!  Fa la la la lah!! Just feeling the joy of the festive season upon me there!  The latest news from Dragonfish is that they will be spreading the joys of free bingo right across their networks.  

    The 888 Group own Dragonfish, the business to business (B2B) section of the 888 Group. And Dragonfish own Globalcom, a world class bingo software company. Therfore, both Dragonfish and Globalcom being under the 888 Groups umbrella.  Globalcom software is extremely popular, used by some of the UKs leading operators.  Indeed, including the UKs official No1 Bingo Operator, Foxy Bingo. So players should be able to look forward to some excellent free game play.  

    The news that Dragonfish will be offering free bingo right across their networks should sent a ripple (or two) through the industry.  Both of the UKs biggest freeplay sites, Cheeky Bingo and Costa Bingo both currently operating on the Globalcom software.  In many ways, 888 have been the company behind the uprising of free bingo. An entity that was originally only destined for the short term, now the object of desire for around a third of all online players.  The surge of free bingo, over the 12months, being the stuff that bingo legends are made of!

    Gabi Campos, speaking on behalf of Dragonfish stated that: By signing up for free cards, they enjoy the chat rooms, get excited about the software, and very quickly become a community in a similar way to any other social network. They then start escalating their commitment little by little, and then want to play for the bigger prizes.  So there is a strategy to all this!  Although many operators do not believe this to be the case.. Well, I guess we will all have to wait and see..  Exactly what will be the impact of this latest move from Dragonfish?  Hey every end marks a beginning ; )

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  • 888Ladies Tourney Winner Gets The X Factor

    By Lisa West on Monday, 7th December 2009

    The X Factor has become a huge hit in the UK.  Both the online game and of course, the ITV show being legendary.  Many online bingo operators have introduced some kind of special promotion, to launch the game on their site.  Each making it their own, in one way or another. The 888Ladies were among those operators, holding an X Factor Tournament with two VIP tickets to the show up for grabs.  As well as a whole pile of other goodies!

    As you can imagine, the chance to bag two VIP tickets caused quite a stir among 888 Roomies.  Since October the 888Ladies have given away a fab prize every week.  December 3rd saw the end of the promotion and so the Grand Finale!  The top 100players of the tournament were entered into a draw, but only ONE could walk away with the top prize.  And that lucky player was Jussy69.. A player who that day, turned out to be THE one in a hundred!  

    Not only will Jessy69 from the North West be hobnobbing with celebrities and such like they will also be staying at the Cumberland 5 star luxury hotel in London, where a chauffeured Mercedes will be whisking them away to the X Factor studios.  Not only will they get to meet some of the stars of the show, they also get to enjoy it from VIP seats.  Talk about a top treat!

    The excitement is far from over at the 888Ladies.  Its Christmas!!! And believe me when I tell you, the 888Ladies are top of the tree, with regards generosity!  Theres a tonne of gifts and goodies that MUST be won.  Including a BIG Christmas jackpot prize game with a VERY shiny and new Fiat convertible up for grabs.   Yo Ho Ho!!!  Definitely ; )



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  • Playtech Set To Take Over Gaming Technology Solutions

    By Lisa West on Friday, 11th December 2009

    Playtech Ltd has been developing online gaming software since they were founded, which was back in 1999.  The company provides casino, bingo and poker software for a number of operators, as well as providing mobile gaming and fixed odd online arcade games.  On top of that Playtech also have their own bingo network - Bingo land - which include online bingo names such as Miss Bingo, Bingo Day, Bingo Fantasy and Ruby Bingo.  Playtech have built a sound reputation within the bingo industry. All their gaming software being tested and certified by a major, accredited, testing facility.  

    Among the long list of notable operators currently using Playtech software is Bwin, Betfred, ToteSport, Titan Poker and SEGACasino.  Now, while Playtech may already have an impressive portfolio, news is that they are all set to take over Gaming Technology Solutions - also known as GTS.  According to Mor Weizer, Playtech Chief Executive, this is a strategic move by the company.  GTS offers a wide variety of skill games.  Some of which are allowed to be played even under regulated markets.  Weizer stated that by integrating GTS the company will be able to work with a true open platform and integrate new games seamlessly.  

    Effectively, Playtech have many to enhance their capabilities overnight.  Gaming Technology Solutions have thirty operators in their current portfolio and gaming licences with fifteen different European companies. Some of those operators not currently gracing the books of Playtech LTD.  Playtech will be handing over 10.8 million initially for GTS.  Plus, they have also agree upon an additional performance based consideration of  21.6 million.  According to Weizer, their take over of GTS will allow them to tap into the rapidly growing sports book segment and add another offering into the Playtech portfolio, which already offers online bingo games and casino games including online slots.  Sounds like Playtech are definitely up for it. so things should be getting exciting in the very near future  ; )


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  • Gala Bingo Xmas 50K Cracker Cash Link Game

    By Lisa West on Thursday, 17th December 2009

    This Friday Gala Bingo are giving away an incredible 50K Jackpot prize and the tickets are only 5p -  Blimey! Reckon someone is in a good mood this festive season.  But probably not as much as the winner is going to be  Gala Bingos Xmas Cracker Cash Link Game will be held every Friday during December.  And its well worth joining in.  Not only is there a massive amount of cash up for grabs, but all the players who join in can still get a share of the prize pot.  

    All registered members of gala bingo are entitled to join in once - for free.  New members receive a 20 bonus as soon as they make a deposit and spend 5 of their own money on bingo - which also includes any recycled winnings. The bonus money can be spent on bingo and slots at  Gala Bingo or at Gala Bingo TV -  HiLo, Roulette and Dice excluded. Depositing players can also join in with the free bingo on offer every day, throughout December.  

    If a 50K jackpot orize and free bingo werent enough to convince you. Gala Bingo are also offering a huge 1,300 jackpot in their Festive Fun cash link games.  The games will take place each evening throughout December, starting at 7:55pm, with tickets costing just 10p.  Gala bingo are a household bingo name in the UK. And with such generosity its easy to see why!  Signing up is easy peasy too. Without doubt, bag any one of the jackpots up for grabs right now and you will be having a very merry Christmas - courtesy of Gala Bingo. The last Xmas Cracker Cash Link Game is on December 27th, so youll have plenty of chances to get lucky - And who doesnt welcome a bit of that now and again ; )

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