It won’t generally be looked at as the sexiest game in the world of gambling, but keno has massive amounts of devoted fans. As well it should! It’s a consistently entertaining lotto-ish game that’s a snap to learn, abundantly available in loads of different styles, and one that will yield millions for people who master its innumerable subtle nuances. But let’s start with the basics here.
When describing keno to newcomers, some wagering experts compare it to bingo. This is at least to a certain degree correct, in that each game is essentially numerical. However, to carry that comparison too far is likely to be to think too little of the many unique characteristics that make keno so interesting. Unlike bingo, keno enthusiasts have the freedom to select the numbers for each and every card.
Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the gambler is given an additional degree of personal responsibility by being able to pick as many (or as few) numbers as he feels they need. And it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your chosen numbers with a every day oldmarker like you used back in school.
After you’ve checked your numbers, take your keno card back to the person at the keno stand. The clerk will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Do not misplace this (potentially) valuable piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your pretty face and wants help out, without a winning receipt in hand, you will win precisely $.00 for your winning card.
Ok, there you have strategy #1: always make sure to keep your keno slip. Let us get on to something a bit more complex, yes?
Once you’ve picked out your numbers, settle into a nice keno booth and watch the action take place on the video monitor. That is where the winning numbers are displayed in lights. If you selected winners, mark your card accordingly. Make sure not to take too much time, or sit there congratulating yourself for too great a length of time. You really want to get back to the keno booth to redeem your winnings, and a new round of keno will probably start up within not too many minutes.
Strategy number two: always be sure to get back to the keno booth on time!
Since you don’t trust yourself to meet that five-minute deadline every time, you always have the option of using a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from two to 20 cards. When the max amount of keno games (the same as the amount of tickets) is finished, you are then able to get off your lazy bum and go collect your winnings.
Yet an additional option is known as a "stray and play" keno slip, which commonly allows you make number picks for 30 keno games or more. Gosh, you can take vacation to France and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to retrieve your numbers. Most "stray and play" slips are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!
So now you know a number of necessary methods for winning keno. If you are an experienced keno player, they might seem stupidly obvious. Still, it does not hurt to bone up on the basics, and if you are a newbie player, every little bit of advice will help make your keno betting more fun.
