It may not ordinarily be seen as the sexiest game in the world of betting, but keno has millions of devoted fans. And it ought to! It’s a routinely entertaining lottery-ish game that’s easy to pickup, readily available in a number of alternate variations, and one that may pay out mega-dollars for gamblers who learn its innumerable subtle intricacies. But let’s start with the basics here.
When describing keno to beginners, some wagering pros compare it to lotto. This is at least to a certain extent correct, in that each game is essentially numerical. However, to carry that comparison too far is likely to be to belittle the good many unique traits that make keno so exciting. Unlike bingo, keno gamblers have the freedom to choose the numbers for each and every card.
Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the user is granted an additional degree of personal responsibility by being able to determine as numerous (or as few) numbers as he or she wants. And it doesn’t take a genius to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your selected numbers with a standard#2 pencil like you used back in the day.
Once you have picked your numbers, carry the card back to the person at the keno booth. The girl will record your numbers and then give you a receipt. Do not drop this (potentially) lucrative bit of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your loud shirt and wants help out, without a winning slip on you, you will get precisely $.00 for your winning card.
Now there you have strategy #1: always be sure to keep your keno receipt. Let’s move to something a bit more complex, ok?
Once you’ve selected your numbers, get into a comfortable keno booth and watch the action take place on the keno monitor. This is where the winning numbers are shown for all to see. If you marked winning numbers, mark your card appropriately. Sake care not to drag your feet, or sit there praising yourself for too great a length of time. You must get up to the keno stand to collect your winnings, since a new keno game will probably start within 5 minutes.
Strategy number two: always go back to the keno booth on time!
Assuming you can not trust yourself to make that 5 minute deadline each time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" ticket. These include the same set of your handpicked numbers on anywhere from 2 to 20 cards. When the maximum amount of keno games (fitting the number of tickets) is played out, you are then able to get off your numb butt and go collect your winnings.
Yet another option is referred to as a "stray and play" keno card, which generally lets you make number choices for thirty games or more. Golly, you can take vacation to Italy and not have to fret about getting back in time to collect your numbers. Most "stray and play" game cards are good for up to a whole year after purchase!
So now you are aware of a number of necessary techniques for winning keno. If you are a discerning keno player, they may appear to be quite obvious. However, it does not hurt to study up on the fundamentals, and if you are a beginner keno player, every little bit of direction will help make your keno experience more entertaining.
