Bingo players are getting younger thanks to the internet
Long gone are the days of bingo being primarily played in faded bingo halls. While there is a definite charm to the traditional bingo hall setting, the proliferation of internet and mobile technology has allowed people to enjoy the thrills of bingo in their own homes. The Bingo hall was once primarily viewed as a place for the elderly to socialise, but as bingo moves into the realm of the internet, a younger audience has emerged.
A new report has shown that 700,000 of the UK’s 3.4 million bingo players are now between the age of 18 and 25. Bingo has become a great way to burn time whether on the bus or home and younger generations are showing an increasing interest in the game.
Smartphones
The increase in smartphone sales has been partially responsible for the increase in bingo uptake by younger audiences. Mobile phone technology has come a long way in the past 10 years, with modern smartphones resembling compact computers rather than old-school bricks.
Smartphones allow users to access the internet from anywhere, meaning users can enjoy their favourite pastime whether in the house or out and about. With the majority of smartphone users being within the 16-30 age group - it’s no wonder younger people are latching on to bingo.
Rise of online bingo
The UK Online bingo industry has been rapidly growing, with over 250 online bingo websites offering games to avid fans and curious newbies alike. The industry brings in roughly £600m annually and is showing real growth, thanks to a younger demographic who are rapidly taking up the game. The largest bingo operator Mecca Bingo has committed to the online bingo arena with numerous signup bonuses and the potential to win prizes.
Social interaction
The social aspect of bingo has always played a massive part in the popularity of the game. The growth of online bingo has been party down to the reproduction of that social aspect with a large focus on player interaction through the chat box.
Whilst visiting the bingo hall has traditionally been viewed as a pastime for the elderly, online bingo has attracted a much younger audience thanks to the chat functionality that exists on online bingo.
Online bingo also allows players from different parts of the country and even the globe to play with one another. This means that friends can meet up and enjoy a great game of bingo even if they no longer live in the city.
If you’ve played the original game of bingo and you’re thinking about singing up, now has never been a better time.