Connect with us

Latest News

Annual insight report from WhichBingo suggests Bingo halls will continue to face a steady decline in numbers, as online popularity soars

Published

on

Reading Time: 3 minutes

 

The popularity of traditional Bingo halls is continuing to decline as audience demographics shift and the popularity of online bingo sites has soared in lockdown. The findings were part of the annual insight report by WhichBingo, the UK’s number one, independent online bingo reviews site, owned and operated by XLMedia, which found a significant shift in the Bingo industry to younger online consumers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The 2021 WhichBingo survey found that 45% of respondents said they prefer to play bingo online, while only 28% of the same respondents said they would prefer to play in a land-based hall. The report reveals player numbers at bingo halls are continuing to decline year on year since 2007, and the rise in popularity of online bingo has seen many players swap their weekly night out for time spent online.

Report researchers surveyed more than 800 adults who played online bingo in the UK between January 4th – 15th 2021, and results revealed that:

  • Facebook is the social media platform of choice for bingo community groups
  • Being part of an online bingo community is considered “very important” by 20% of players, according to the survey
  • The social aspect of land-based bingo halls is perhaps the most difficult element to recreate, and 41% chose “the atmosphere” as their favourite part of attending a hall.

Facebook is the most likely place to find online bingo players gathering on social media, with 40% of survey respondents saying that is where they would like the online bingo community to exist. Website forums (27%) remain more popular than channels like Twitter (21%), Twitch (16%) and Discord (14%), showing that the most up-to-date platforms are not necessarily the places bingo players want to gather.

The report revealed that changing demographics might be behind behaviour shifts. There has been a significant increase in younger men playing online bingo, but the report’s findings show that it is still women between the ages of 25 – 54 that are the more likely grouping to play online bingo. The overall shift to a younger player demographic, with 25 to 54 now the most represented age range (83% of respondents), confirms an industry step-change and growing preference for online bingo.

The WhichBingo Report is an anticipated annual insight tool for the UK online bingo industry and a unique collective analysis of shifting consumer trends in online gaming business. The report studies and forecasts online gaming trends in the bingo, sports betting and casino industries.

 

 

Stuart Simms, CEO of XLMedia PLC Group: “Our reports have shown for several years now that the demographic playing bingo has been changing gradually and there has been a marked shift away from going down the bingo hall mid-week with friends to those playing online. Of course this has all been exacerbated by the pandemic and bingo halls being forced to shut by the government’s regulations. It seems online bingo’s appeal is now reaching people earlier in life, with those 25 to 54 now the most represented age range.

“It’s obviously hugely encouraging to see so many younger people enjoying the game and that it’s popularity is growing faster than ever. Of course, the questions on everyone’s lips will be how many of these changes have been caused by the pandemic and how many people will return to old habits when bingo halls are reopened to the public on May 17th. We think it’s important bingo retailers understand their new audiences and rethink how they communicate to them going forward.”

The full 2021 WhichBingo Report can be found online at the dedicated microsite: https://www.whichbingo.co.uk/reports/2021/

Powered by WPeMatico

Continue Reading
Advertisement

Carnival Treasure

Top live game show with multiplied thrills on the wheel

Published

on

top-live-game-show-with-multiplied-thrills-on-the-wheel

Reading Time: < 1 minute

SA Gaming has launched a game show: Carnival Treasure!

Carnival Treasure is a spectacular live game show where the game itself is a fast-paced and exciting money wheel game designed to bring players thrilling experiences. To win, players have to predict correctly which numbered segment the wheel flapper will land.

SA Gaming’s Carnival Treasure consists of numbered segments and bonus segments. All 52 numbered segments pay the number (1, 2, 4, 7, 18 and 40) on the segment. When the flapper lands on one of the two bonus segments, “2x” or “10x”, there will be a bonus spin and the winnings will be multiplied accordingly. Bonus spins continue as long as the flapper lands on a bonus segment, allowing a maximum payout of 10,000x!

To enhance interactivity, Chat Room is now available at Carnival Treasure! Players can chat with the host and other online players in it. With the “Gifts” function, players can tip the hosts to show their appreciation and get real-time reactions from them! The chat room is certainly the tool to add fun and engagement to any game!

The post Top live game show with multiplied thrills on the wheel appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.

Continue Reading

Alex Baliukonis Game Design Team Lead at BGaming

Party the Night Away in BGaming’s Fiesta Clusters

Published

on

party-the-night-away-in-bgaming’s-fiesta-clusters

Reading Time: < 1 minute

Rapidly expanding content provider takes a trip to Mexico with its vibrant new title, Fiesta Clusters

Popular iGaming content provider BGaming brings the party to the reels with the release of its latest slot, Fiesta Clusters.

This vibrant, highly volatile slice of action combines the celebratory spirit of Cinco de Mayo with the expressive artistry of Día de los Muertos, delivering vibrant thrills for players and a seasonal spike potential for operators around Halloween.

The game uses a cluster pays mechanic, with refilling reels and multipliers up to x256, designed to create explosive winning sequences. These features are also on display in the Free Spins bonus. The game’s colourful visuals, combined with its action-packed gameplay sequences, make it a perfect option for mobile players and streamers.

Fiesta Clusters pulls players in with its festive design that performs beautifully across all devices and operating systems. Players can also skip the queue or enhance their chances of triggering a bonus using the Buy Bonus and Chance x2 features.

Being a BGaming slot, Fiesta Clusters is also packed with winning potential. Players can land a maximum win of 5,000x their stake, with the slot boasting an RTP of 97%.

Alex Baliukonis, Game Design Team Lead at BGaming, said, “Cinco de Mayo and Día de los Muertos are always extremely popular themes with slot players, so we decided to bring the two together for a giant Mexican-themed fiesta around Halloween.

Not only does Fiesta Clusters perfectly capture the spirit of these holidays with its visuals, but it also recreates their excitement with its thrilling Bonus features and gameplay.”

The post Party the Night Away in BGaming’s Fiesta Clusters appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.

Continue Reading

Big Time Gaming

Big Time Gaming drops big scares in Castle of Terror II

Published

on

big-time-gaming-drops-big-scares-in-castle-of-terror-ii

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Provider’s bone-chilling slot is back for a second instalment and with bigger bonuses, bigger frights and even bigger wins

Think you are brave enough to return to the Castle of Terror? This lab experiment-horror sequel from Big Time Gaming is a bone-chilling adventure packed with electrifying features designed to give you the fright of your life.

This is a slot where players find themselves in a spooky lab where they must brace themselves for Bonus Respins that are triggered by landing Scatters. When they drop, they awaken monstrous reels with different Bonuses coming into play depending on where the Scatter lands.

This includes:

Brains – extra Brains land on the reels.

Alive – A random Win Multiplier is applied to all wins.

Shock – Wilds reveal Random Multipliers.

Monster – A random symbol becomes Wild on reels two to five

Horror – A random reel will be filled with Wilds.

If one or more Scatters appear during the Bonus Respin, the lab erupts into chaos, triggering 10 Free Spins for a spine-tingling time. But if two or three Scatters drop, the experiment escalates with another 10 Free Spins awarded.

During Free Spins, the Win Multiplier begins at 1x but mutates after every winning spin, amplifying rewards with each electrifying jolt. Free Spins also come infused with Bonuses, which collide to make each round terrifying and thrilling.

Depending on which reels the triggering Scatters landed, players might find that the machine gun surges again, granting four Extra Spins plus two more for each additional Scatter beyond the second.

For those who dare to take control, the Bonus Buy feature lets players pull the lever instantly. For 100x the stake, charge up 10 Free Spins with two bonuses, or for 300x, unleash 10 Enhanced Free Spins with three bonuses.

With Castle of Terror II, players get to step into the lab but must brace themselves… their creation may be more powerful than they ever imagined.

Nik Robinson, CEO at Big Time Gaming, said: “Castle of Terror II is a terrifying slot that’s not for the faint-hearted. Players find themselves in a spooky lab where creepy experiments take place, but if they can hold their nerve, there are plenty of bonus features to discover.”

“The action starts with the Bonus Respins and the various features that can play out across the reels. But the real experimental stuff happens in the Free Spins, where bonuses collide and big wins can emerge from the chaos.”

“Castle of Terror II really does put players on the edge of their seats with heart-stopping action and plenty of unexpected jump scares. Think you have what it takes to enter the Castle of Terror for the second time? There’s only one way to find out.”

The post Big Time Gaming drops big scares in Castle of Terror II appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.

Continue Reading

Trending

Get it on Google Play

Fresh slot games releases by the top brands of the industry. We provide you with the latest news straight from the entertainment industries.

The platform also hosts industry-relevant webinars, and provides detailed reports, making it a one-stop resource for anyone seeking information about operators, suppliers, regulators, and professional services in the European gaming market. The portal's primary goal is to keep its extensive reader base updated on the latest happenings, trends, and developments within the gaming and gambling sector, with an emphasis on the European market while also covering pertinent global news. It's an indispensable resource for gaming professionals, operators, and enthusiasts alike.

Contact us: [email protected]

Editorial / PR Submissions: [email protected]

Copyright © 2015 - 2024 - Recent Slot Releases is part of HIPTHER Agency. Registered in Romania under Proshirt SRL, Company number: 2134306, EU VAT ID: RO21343605. Office address: Blvd. 1 Decembrie 1918 nr.5, Targu Mures, Romania