The pattern decides what you need to win. Here are the ones you’ll see in bingo apps and Tambola games.
75-ball patterns
| Pattern | How to win | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Single line | Any row, column or diagonal | Easy |
| Four corners | The 4 corner squares | Easy |
| Letter X | Both diagonals | Medium |
| Picture frame | All outer squares | Hard |
| Blackout / coverall | Every square | Hardest; largest prize |
90-ball and Tambola prizes
- Early Five: any 5 numbers.
- One line, two lines: complete rows.
- Four corners.
- Full House: all 15 numbers.
Full details: Tambola rules.
How online prizes work
- Fixed prize: a set amount regardless of the number of players.
- Pool prize: a percentage of ticket sales, so it grows with the room.
- Progressive jackpot: paid only if you win within a certain number of calls.
- Ties are split.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a blackout in bingo?
Marking every number on the card. It is also called coverall and pays the biggest prize.
What does four corners mean in bingo?
Marking the four corner numbers of the card.
What is a progressive bingo jackpot?
A jackpot paid only if someone wins within a set number of calls; otherwise it rolls over and grows.