Whether or not you’ve actually played bingo or any other game in Sweden before, there is a reasonable chance you may have played Swedish bingo.

Swedish bingo is, in many ways, a little bit of a mash-up of several bingo styles. It takes the classic US five-line bingo system and adds a couple of British twists that you may normally spot in 90-ball. Crucially, it is worth remembering that if you have ever played 90-ball or 75-ball before, you will likely get on well with this twist on the old favourite.

Swedish bingo originated in Europe. However, the exact beginnings of this style of bingo play seem to be lost in the mists of history. That said, it is still a very popular style of bingo that you will likely see pop up at big casinos and bingo lounges across the web. In fact, you may already have played a round of Slingo Swedish bingo – as the Slingo brand generally bases its games around the Nordic variant.

Swedish Bingo Specifications

To play Swedish style bingo, all you need to remember is that there are five lines of numbers in a 5x5 grid. This is where the influence from 75-ball bingo comes in. However, the main difference is that there is no free centre spot. To get ahead in this game, you are going to need to make lines.

If that sounds familiar, it is because this is the main rule from 90 ball bingo. The British bingo standard expects you to dab off or mark numbers on a three-line card, claiming prizes for each line. The same very much applies here, only you have more lines to choose from.

Swedish Bingo Bonuses and Features

The way in which you claim lines on Swedish games differs from site to site. Some will allow you to win prizes if you score horizontal lines only, while others will let you claim on verticals and diagonals. Slingo games, for example, let you win prizes in every direction, providing you score five numbers in a row.

As with most bingo games, the best ways to try and boost your chances of winning revolve around your number of cards and when you play. Why not try playing Swedish bingo during a quiet time of day? This might mean that the prizes are smaller, however. Ultimately, as with all types of bingo, the Swedish kind is still very much down to luck - and as always, it pays to play responsibly.

Swedish Bingo Verdict

Pros

• Lots of varieties in this game style (mainly thanks to Slingo)
• There are more prize opportunities available
• It brings together the best of 75 and 90 ball action
• It is really easy to learn

Cons

• There is no ‘free space’ - you are on your own

Swedish Bingo offers you the best of both worlds as far as mainstream dabbing fun goes. The 5x5 grid is nice and simple to work with, and if you’ve already played a Slingo game or two, you’ll know where you’re headed. There are many different twists on Swedish style bingo across the web, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled for this hugely popular game.