Best Jumpman Bingo Sites

The history of Jumpman

Founded in 2011 by savvy entrepreneur Dylan Schlosberg, Jumpman Gaming was launched when interest in online bingo was just beginning to soar.

Despite other well-established bingo software being available, Jumpman created easy-to-use sites that players loved and managed to grow in an incredibly competitive industry to become one of the top bingo operators and networks.

Its unique ability to recognise trends like and constantly improve its products to keep up with demand while also maximising profits has been a key contributing factor to the success of Jumpman Gaming.

For example, it was an early adopter of reward bonuses like the Mega Wheel and also prioritised mobile and tablet compatibility by building with HTML5.

Based in Guernsey with a team of 20 people, the software company owns and operates its UK facing bingo network and is licensed and regulated by the AGCC and UKGC.

Jumpman Gaming bingo sites have similar designs and are instantly recognisable. For many players, this is part of the appeal as they're easy to navigate, deposit and play on.

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Jumpman Games networks

Since its inception, Jumpman Gaming sites have been separated into different networks, with new ones launching every few years. It started with 15 Network, Wheel of Slots came four years later and then Jumpman Slots was launched in 2016.

However, last year we saw a shift and it became clear that three would become one. Not only did the Wheel of Slots network cease to exist, but all Jumpman Slots sites had bingo rooms added to their games list.

It’s not clear when or how this change will occur, but we’re pretty certain that 2019 is the year that we say goodbye to 15 Network and Jumpman Slots.

15 Network

15 Network runs on Jumpman Gaming software and operates over 35 bingo sites. It was Jumpman Gaming’s first bingo network and has since transformed following its original release in 2011.

Relaunching in 2014, 15 Network has been through many overhauls, with several bonus experiments. Some were successful, some less so.

Firstly, 15 Network removed its bingo wagering requirements and instead, required players to play up to £100 of cash play before withdrawing.

In September 2016, slot bonuses were introduced on 15 Network bingo sites, and wagering requirements were reintroduced with 4x for bingo and 40x for slots.

In April 2018, Barbados Bingo was the first new 15 Network site to launch with the same bingo rooms as it’s sister network: Jumpman Slots. Old sites started to migrate to the new one, with house owned sites first in line.

2018 was also the year the Mega Wheel was introduced. Instead of offering non-withdrawable first deposit bonuses, you’re now given a free wheel spin on your first deposit. The prizes range from 5-500 free spins and even the chance to win a £10 Amazon voucher.

Jumpman Slots

In 2016, the bingo operator launched the Jumpman Slots network. Powered by Jumpman software, there are many different slot and casino titles already under the network. Many are owned and operated by Jumpman Gaming, while others are run by other companies.

The first brand to be launched under the network was Dove Slots. Other sites quickly followed including 123 Spins, Wizard Slots and Buddy Slots.

While many players like the Jumpman Slots platform, the company is definitely missing an opportunity by not producing their own slot games. This is something we’d like to see in the future to compete against other software like Cozy Games and Gamesys.

You can still find slot games to play as Jumpman Slots websites have an impressive range of games from NetEnt, Microgaming, NYX Gaming and PariPlay. As of 2018, you can also find a modest range of bingo rooms to play as well.

Similarly to its sister bingo network, the Jumpman Slots network’s welcome offer is named the Mega Reel – sound familiar? It offers new players the chance to win up to 500 free spins on big name slots like Starburst and Fluffy Favourites by depositing £10 or more.

Wheel of Slots

Second to the Jumpman bingo family was the Wheel of Slots Network which launched in 2015, however in the past year, the network has lost its identity.

When The Mega Wheel promotion took over, the similarities between 15 Network and Wheel of Slots Network became closer than ever which meant that it was only a matter of time before the two migrated.

Although the WSN group of sites were better suited as a slots network, the introduction of the Jumpman Slots Network and similarities to 15 Network ultimately made WSN redundant.

At the end of 2018, with three sites remaining, Volcano Bingo migrated over to 15 Network while Viking and Wallis Bingo closed their virtual doors for good.

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The Mega Wheel

In September 2017, Jumpman Gaming removed all of their bingo bonus offers and replaced it with the Mega Wheel (or Mega Reel on Jumpman Slots sites), a unique feature that gives players the chance to win free spins and other rewards.

What can I win?

There are lots of prizes to be won with the Mega Wheel/Reel, including up to 500 free spins on popular slot games like Fluffy Favourites, Shaman’s Dream and Temple of Isis or Amazon shopping vouchers.

How do I unlock the Mega Wheel?

To unlock the Mega Wheel, you’ll need to collect spins in your personal Spin Bank. You can do this in several ways by:

• making your first deposit of £10 or more

• completing a task and filling the barometer (the higher the level, the better the prizes)

• making an additional deposit

How do I spin?

If you have earned free spins, go to the lobby and click the tab labeled ‘Spin the Wheel. Once the Mega Wheel has loaded, click the ‘Spin’ button in the middle of the wheel and watch it happen.

You can hold up to five spins in your Spin Bank, but be aware that you can only spin the Mega Wheel a maximum of three times a day. If you’ve reached this limit, you have to wait until the next day to spin again.

Can I use my free spins when I want?

No, you have to play your free spins immediately after spinning the Mega Wheel. The game will open for you with auto spin enabled. If you don’t use all of your free spins, the game will automatically finish and any winnings will be credited to your account.

Is a win guaranteed?

When The Mega Wheel got a makeover, an ‘Unlucky’ and ‘Spin Again’ space was added to the mix. While there’s still a 77% chance of winning a prize, however depositing £10 doesn’t guarantee a win and you end up with zero bonus.

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Avoiding UK bonus tax

While the Mega Wheel seems like a generous welcome offer, we suspect it was influenced by the introduction of Remote Gaming Duty. Until August 2017, gambling websites only needed to pay tax on real money deposits and wagers made by players.

Now, if you deposit and wager £10, plus £40 bonus cash, operators must pay tax on the £50 total, rather than just your £10 deposit. However, loopholes have already been discovered and if a site gives away free spins or bingo tickets as part of their welcome bonus, there’s nothing for them to be taxed against.

Therefore the Mega Wheel is most likely motivated by tax avoidance. However, many operators are using similar tactics, with no wagering fees and bingo bonuses becoming more common – so this shouldn’t be something to put you off.

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Contact information

Address: Jumpman Gaming Ltd.
2nd Floor
Albert House
South Esplanade
St Peter Port
Guernsey
GY1 1AJ

If you have a customer support question about a site running on Jumpman Gaming software, contact the support team directly, as they’re the only people who can deal with operational questions. If you have any other issues, you can email [email protected].