A progressive jackpot is a cash prize that grows usually from ticket sales for bingo games. This jackpot runs in tandem with the normal bingo games.
The rules for winning the prize will depend on the game played. A typical way of winning a progressive jackpot is to get a full house before a predetermined number of balls have been called. If you get a full house but not before the predetermined number of balls, you will win the normal bingo game prize but not the progressive jackpot.
If there are no winners the jackpot is carried over to the next game until the prize is won. In some online bingo games, there is no upper limit to the size of the jackpot, which is what makes it so attractive. Most progressive jackpots give players an opportunity to win more money than they would in a normal bingo game.
The rules for a progressive jackpot can be complicated so ensure you are familiar with them before playing. In particular, pay attention to the criteria for winning the prize. It is worth bearing in mind that the chances of winning will be reduced with a smaller number of calls won and therefore the jackpot will be much bigger.
For example, a jackpot will be paid out more frequently on a game where you need a full house within 35 calls compared to one where you need 30 calls. However, the jackpot on the one where you need 30 calls is likely to be larger.