Are you one of those players that has logged into their online casino account, noticed a selection of games known as Slingo on offer, but not known what it is, what it involves or why in most cases, it has its own page dedicated to all things Slingo?

Well, luckily for you, we’re about to deep dive into the Slingo world to find out just what a Slingo game is, what makes it stand out from the other games available, as well as look at one Slingo game in more detail – Red Hot Slingo.

Are you ready to know more about this thing called Slingo? Scroll to continue.

What is Slingo and why is it different from other online games?

Slingo games are essentially Bingo Slots. They combine both elements you typically find in a slot game and Bingo, allowing players to play two of their favourite game types in one.

The Slingo concept was created by an American called Sal Falciglia, after watching for many years the enjoyment his mother got from playing games of Bingo, whilst also himself and his friends spending countless hours playing slots, or as known in the States, ‘one-armed bandits’, over the years.

The name Slingo, is a combination of both slot and Bingo – Sl(ot) and (B)ingo.

Slingo differs from other games found on online platforms as it is a combination of two gaming styles, whereas many other games on the online casino floor contain just one element.

How to play Slingo games

Most Slingo games carry the same basic format, making it easier for players to understand and play a wide variety of Slingo themed games.

The basic format for any game of Slingo is comprised of a 5×5 grid, that represents a Bingo card. The reason it is a 5x5grid is due to the style of Bingo card that is used in the USA. Either beneath or to the side of this grid, you’ll find a set of reels, like you would in any other slot game. The reels are usually three rows by five columns.

When in play, the reels will spin and land both numbers and symbols. Any numbers that match both on the reels and grid, will match and daub themselves off on the Bingo card. Simultaneously, any symbol matches create an alternative way of prize collection, either in the form of a cash prize or free spins.

The aim of Slingo is to use the reels to daub as many numbers off your Bingo card as possible, whilst trying to make Slingos(lines) vertically, horizontally or diagonally. If you manage to create a ‘full house’ you’ll unlock the top prize.

Red Hot Slingo

One Slingo game that’s taking the online Slingo world by storm is Red Hot Slingo. With its simple design, and nod to traditional fruit machine symbols, this easy-to-understand Slingo game is one we think is best suited for beginners of the Slingo gaming world.

Wagering starts at 0.20 credits, where you’ll be given five spins of the reels below, in the hopes the numbers spinning into play match the ones above on the Bingo card grid.

Whilst spinning the reels, if you create a winning symbol combination, you’ll be awarded a cash prize that corresponds with the number of symbols that have created this winning match.

On the Bingo card itself, you’ll need to create three lines to start winning cash prizes for your numbers. However, some symbols can help you create further matches on your card, with Wild and Super Wild symbols spinning into play.

A Wild symbol will allow you to choose an undaubed number from the column above, whereas a Super Wild allows you to pick any undaubed number across the whole Bingo card.

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Now you know more about the world of Slingo and one of the many games you can find within its very own section on many casino sites, will you be dipping your toe into the Slingo waters on your next visit to the online platform of your choice?