It may not usually be thought of as the most lucrative game in the field of wagering, but keno has loads of devoted fans. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a routinely entertaining lotto-type game that’s a breeze to pickup, readily available in several different variations, and one that will return millions of dollars for gamblers who learn its innumerable subtle nuances. But let’s begin with the basic rules for now.
When describing keno to newcomers, some betting connoisseurs compare it to bingo. This is at least tolerably correct, in that both games are generally numerical. Yet to take that comparison too far is likely to be to detract from the innumerable unique traits that make keno so interesting. Unlike bingo, keno players have the power to pick the numbers for every card.
Keno cards have a grand total of eighty numbers, but the gambler is accord an increased level of personal responsibility by being able to determine as many (or as few) numbers as he needs. And it doesn’t take a super genius to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your desired numbers with a ordinary#2 pencil like you used back in school.
After you have marked your numbers, carry your game card back to the keno pit manager at the keno stand. The clerk will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to misplace this (potentially) valuable bit of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your loud shirt and wants help out, without a winning ticket in hand, you will get exactly $.00 for your winning card.
Now there you have strategy numero uno: always be sure to keep your keno slip. Let’s advance to something a little bit more complex, ok?
Now that you’ve checked off your numbers, get into a comfortable keno booth and observe the action take place on a monitor. This is where the winning numbers appear in lights. If you’ve got winners, mark your card aptly. Make sure not to take your time, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You want to get up to the keno booth to get your winnings, as a new round of keno will most likely start up within not too many minutes.
Strategy number 2: always be sure to get back to the keno booth on time!
Assuming you can’t trust yourself to meet that 5 minute deadline each and every time, you always retain the option of using a "multi-race" ticket. These include the very same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from 2 to twenty tickets. When the maximum number of games (matching the number of tickets) is played out, you can then get off your lazy bum and go get your winnings.
Another option is referred to as a "stray and play" keno slip, which usually allows you make number choices for 30 keno games or more. Heck, you can take vacation to Italy and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to retrieve your numbers. Most "stray and play" tickets are good for up to a whole year after you purchase it!
So now you are aware of a couple of necessary strategies for winning keno. If you are an experienced gambler, they may appear to be stupidly obvious. However, it won’t hurt to brush up on the basic methods, and if you are a novice gambler, every tiny bit of information will help make your keno wagering more entertaining.