All the Unexpected Bingo Numbers are Revealed

We’ve all heard the archetypical bingo comments: ‘Bingo is a game for fogies’ or ‘Bingo is for Sunday afternoons’ or even ‘There are no hot babes in bingo rooms.’ Well, pardon me but these sentiments deserve to be buried in the annals of bingo gaming history because today’s bingo gamers are nothing like what you’re expecting – read on for stunning bingo revelations.

Feel at ease in our communal home away from home As you know, here at BR I strive to provide a wealth of information on the many fantastic positives that bingo brings to communities across the UK, Europe and beyond. I can’t stress enough how much of an impact this game has on players, their friends and families. And this is great news because bingo is the easiest game to learn and the most exciting game to play. What started out as a game reserved for bricks and mortar bingo halls, has quickly transformed into an online sensation. The bingo stats are so startlingly exciting that I simply had to share them with all of you. But before you read on, get your popcorn from the microwave and snuggle up close – because this is pure statistical entertainment.

Did you know the following facts about bingo gaming today?

• Global bingo gaming profits have been reaching for the stratosphere with an estimated $1 billion in revenues alone (this represents a doubling of the 2006 figure)
• The game of bingo is one of the largest and most successful contributors to charitable causes both in the USA and the UK. For example bingo has been estimated to have generated over $3 billion for charities in the USA alone – per annum
• Here in the United Kingdom bingo’s patrons are largely comprised of women between 20 and 25. More importantly for all the eligible bachelors out there, 80% + of all Internet bingo gamers are females. If you think that bingo is still being dominated by older players, then you’re sorely mistaken. Online bingo halls have reported that a sizeable chunk (and growing fast) of players are under the age of 50. If we look at global stats, it’s clear that almost 8 of every 10 players are females between 30 & 50 years of age. Only a very small number of bingo players in the 65+ age group remain – so much for bingo age myths huh?
• Bricks and mortar bingo halls are still enjoying high turnouts (you just can’t substitute for expansive bingo halls, fine dining and delightful company – despite the massive boom in online gaming)
• Bingo players report that the frequency of playing is a top priority and many online players game every day. But it’s not only newbies reporting in with such stats – 4 of every 10 bingo players have been playing for more than 5 years.

Those statistics always create a buzz around bingo rooms when they’re posted and with good reason too. I can’t but help enjoying these revelations. As someone who’s seen – first hand – the demographics of bingo halls and online bingo rooms, I have to tell you that I’m pleasantly surprised every time. Oh – by the way – 75-ball bingo is the choice among most players (almost 70% of players prefer this game) with my favorite 90-ball bingo attracting only 30% of the vote.

If you have any validated stats to share with readers at www.bingo-room.com please feel free to post away. I’m always on the lookout for interesting stories and analysis to share. Much appreciated by yours truly here at bingo-room – Jeremy Stersky.