It will not usually be deemed the sexiest game in the realm of gaming, but keno has huge amounts of devout fans. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a consistently entertaining lottery-esque game that’s uncomplicated to learn, abundantly available in tons of different formats, and one that can return millions for those who master its heaps of subtle rules. But let’s start with the basics here.
When describing keno to novices, some betting pros compare it to bingo. This is at least in part apt, in that both games are generally numerical. Yet to take that comparison too far might be to misunderstand the countless unique traits that make keno so exciting. Not like bingo, keno enthusiasts have the power to pick the numbers for each card.
Keno cards have a grand total of eighty numbers, but the player is granted an extra degree of personal responsibility by being able to determine as many (or as few) numbers as he or she wants. And it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to ascertain how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your chosen numbers with a good oldpen like you had when you were in grade 3.
Once you have checked your numbers, take your keno card back to the nice person at the keno booth. The keno pit manager will record those numbers and then give you a receipt. Make sure no to lose this (potentially) expensive bit of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your pretty face and wants help out, without a winning slip with you, you will be given precisely $.00 for your winning card.
And there you have strategy number one: always make sure to keep your keno slip. Let us get on to something a little bit more useful, ok?
Now that you’ve marked your numbers, get into a comfy keno booth and observe the action take place on the video monitor. That is where the winning numbers appear in lights. If you have winning numbers, mark your card appropriately. Sake care not to dilly dally, or sit there congratulating yourself for too great a length of time. You must get back to the keno stand to get your winnings, and a new round of keno will almost certainly begin within a few minutes.
Strategy number two: always go back to the keno stand on time!
Since you can’t trust yourself to make that five-minute margin every time, you always have the option of purchasing a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your desired numbers on anywhere from two to twenty cards. When the maximum amount of games (the same as the number of tickets) is finished, you will then be able to get off your numb bum and go redeem your winnings.
Yet an additional option is known as a "stray and play" keno card, which generally lets you make number selection for 30 games or more. Gosh, you can take all the time in the world and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to redeem your winnings. Most "stray and play" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after it’s purchased!
So now you are aware of a handful of essential methods for winning keno. If you are a good user, they may appear to be quite obvious. However, it will not hurt to brush up on the basic methods, and if you are a newbie user, every little bit of direction will help make your keno experience more fun.