Every year hundreds of new bingo sites are launched. 2012 looks set to be no exception, with many sites expected to be opening their doors in January 2012.

The past 12 months have seen some of the most popular new bingo sites launched, including Wonder Bingo and Hippo Bingo. All of the latest sites offer exciting bonuses for players, which usually includes some kind of no deposit bingo.

The new bingo sites in 2012 are likely to feature lots of social elements, as the bingo companies try to play catch-up with the explosion of social networks such as Facebook. The games on Facebook, such as Bingo Blitz, now have over 1 million members and understandably all of the UK’s new bingo sites want a slice of that!

Expected features will include more interaction between players and the chance to win badges to go on user profiles.

We will also likely see lots of mobile bingo sites launching in 2012, many as early as January. Mobile bingo on devices such as the iPhone or iPad is thought to be a market which will grow hugely in 2012. Mecca Bingo have already launched a mobile site which has gone down well with players, and many more will be following.

Check back towards the end of the year for the very latest news on the new bingo sites – 2012 is now just around the corner!

In November 2011 the fun in the sun ethos of the Spanish holiday resort and TV programme Benidorm came to online bingo and Benidorm Bingo opened its doors for the first time. This is the official partner site to the Benidorm TV show and is licensed by Endemol entertainment

Free £10, No Deposit!Bingo Funland looks set to be one of the most popular new bingo sites at the start of 2012. There is a £10 free bonus for all new players.