Network bingo and Kinzo
Network bingo and Kinzo are easy-to-play social games. That’s why they’re so popular. But knowing how to play wisely means understanding that even when they’re easy to play, they still can’t be controlled. Knowing the related risks, understanding the role of chance in these games and avoiding the pitfalls of false beliefs are other ways to play wisely.
The risks
Social Games
We play network bingo and Kinzo in halls with other people. Often, it’s people we know and with whom we enjoy spending time. And when we play, we sometimes forget to stick to our limits. So, what’s the key to keeping the evening and the fun going? Knowing how to manage our budget and our mood!
Useful tips
Playing for fun, not to make money
Taking breaks
Games are fast.
Time flies, and so do Kinzo rounds. And if we play many times, we could have several tickets to juggle. That’s when the potential for errors skyrockets—losing track of our budget and spending more than we’d intended becomes easier. Sometimes, we need a few tips and tricks to stay on track.
Useful tips
Limit the number of games you play and cards and tickets you buy
Dealing with chance when playing network bingo and Kinzo
Games in which chance is always present
In network bingo and Kinzo, winning numbers and the numbers on the cards and tickets are all selected by random draws. So, it’s impossible to increase the odds by analyzing past results or choosing your game card or ticket. The odds that a number will be drawn are the same for all numbers in every draw.
Resisting the idea that we’ll eventually win if we keep on playing
In both network bingo and Kinzo, every game is independent. This means our odds of winning or losing are always the same and don’t change with time. Playing longer will not eventually reward our efforts and perseverance.
Remember that the more we play, the more we risk losing.
Having more cards means that we have more numbers that could potentially give us a win. But it also means that we’ll spend more on every game. We’re always better off setting a gambling budget and playing within the limits we set for ourselves.
The influence of the odds
The more cards we buy, the better our odds of winning a prize. That’s obvious. On the other hand, the more cards we buy, the more we spend. And winning is not a given. Having more cards or tickets also means more management and a greater likelihood of making mistakes.
The number of people playing can also affect the odds. The more players there are for a game, the less likely it is for any one player to win. Again, that’s a factor we can’t control.
Beliefs
See what’s true or false
If I buy more cards or tickets, my odds of winning a prize are better.
True!
The more cards or tickets you buy, the better your odds of winning—and the greater your expenses! And yet, winning is not guaranteed. Remember that the more cards you have, the more difficult it is to follow the draw and mark the numbers.
The longer we stay at a Kinzo hall, the better our odds.
False.
The time spent at a hall doesn’t affect the outcome of individual draws. However, the more time we spend at a hall, the more we risk spending—and losing. So, it’s a great idea to consider setting a time limit.
Playing during certain times increases the odds of winning.
False.
Network bingo and Kinzo draws are random and not affected by when the game is played. The top prize may be won at any time. But if we’re playing at a time when more people are also playing, the odds of losing and the chances of winning may be affected.
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