All About Slingo: How to Play The Slot Game With a Bingo Twist

If you like playing both bingo and slots, you'll no doubt enjoy a game of Slingo, too! Inspired by the online slot machine and featuring some classic bingo elements, Slingo is one of the most popular casino games worldwide. With big wins up for grabs, it's easy to see why.

But what exactly is Slingo, and how is it played? Read on to find out everything there is to know about the game. 

What is Slingo?

Bingo fans might be familiar with the layout of an online Slingo game. Much like 75-ball bingo, most Slingo games are played on a 5x5 grid populated with random numbers from one to 75. Underneath the grid, you’ll find a single horizontal slot reel with five reel positions.

You’ll receive a number of spins at the start of a Slingo game. After placing your bet, simply spin the reel to play, and look out for a number appearing that matches one on the above grid. When a match is revealed, you can mark that number off your ticket!

How to play Slingo

Like in bingo, your goal is to mark off as many numbers on your ticket as possible. Different games will have different win lines - some will award prizes for horizontal, vertical and diagonal lines, for example. In general, though, the more numbers you cross off your grid, the further you’ll advance up the pay table.

Slingo symbols explained

There are several special symbols to be found in Slingo which help set the games apart from standard online slots or bingo. Finding one of the following symbols will shake things up in your game, usually by awarding bonus prizes! Slingo symbols will land in the slot reel at the bottom of your game and will behave the same way across most Slingo titles.

• Joker – The Joker symbol will be represented by either a Joker’s face or the letter J. The Joker acts as a Wild symbol, which you may be familiar with if you play slots. When the Joker symbol lands, you’ll be able to mark off any number displayed in the same column. Land three Joker symbols in any single spin of the reel and you’ll be awarded an instant cash prize!
• Super Joker – Super Jokers work similarly to Wilds but will allow you to mark off any number in the grid when they land. You will be able to tell the Joker and the Super Joker apart, as they will appear slightly differently on the reels.
• Coin – Land the coin symbol anywhere on your reel and an instant cash bonus will be yours!
• Free Spin – When it hits the reels, this symbol will award one free spin to use in the base game.
• Devil – The only symbol that doesn’t award a prize is the Devil. Keep an eye out for these symbols – they can block potential matches from being made! 

Special features

Now that you know the basic rules of Slingo, you might be wondering which games to check out first. Many Slingo games offer special features like bonus rounds, which open up new levels of play and can potentially lead to even bigger wins! If you’re a fan of classic slot features like win multipliers and pick prizes, you can find plenty of Slingo games on our site that offer these extras, too.

Slingo Rainbow Riches is one of our most popular titles. Much like the original Rainbow Riches slot game – xx – the Slingo game offers all of the same bonus features that players love, including the Wishing Well and Cash Crop bonuses and the Road to Riches.

You can also try your luck against the banker in Deal or No Deal Slingo, a spin-off of the famous TV quiz show where you’ll open boxes to win prizes! 

What is the best Slingo strategy?

Like slots and bingo, there is an element of luck involved in playing Slingo, but there are some tips you can keep in mind to improve your chances of winning. 

• Check out the pay table - information about in-game features, available prizes and RTP can be found in the pay table for each Slingo game. Games can differ from one another in terms of features and rewards, so don’t be afraid to shop around to find a game that suits you best.
• Use Wilds wisely – Joker and Super Joker Wild symbols can land during a game of Slingo, allowing you to mark off a grid position of your choice. Being strategic when choosing numbers to mark off will maximize the potential of creating horizontal, vertical or diagonal lines.
• Save up Multipliers – when playing games that offer the win multiplier feature, it’s wise to save your multipliers until near the end of the game, as this is when more numbers will be marked off the grid. This way, you’re more likely to create Slingos.
• Don’t put in more than you get out – Most Slingo games offer the chance to buy free spins. If you opt to utilise this feature, ensure your input and output are in balance to avoid losing money.

Play Slingo at Jackpotjoy

Now you’re all caught up, why not check out the range of Slingo titles we have available here at Jackpotjoy? If you decide the game is your bag, you can get 30 free spins to start with when you deposit £10. 

If that doesn’t float your boat, we’ve got an ever-changing range of exclusive offers over on our promotions page, too.

Ready to play? Head to our Slingo page here.