It will not generally be deemed the best game in the field of gaming, but keno has millions and millions of devout fans. And it ought to! It’s a routinely thrilling lotto-style game that’s simple to learn, readily available in tons of alternate variations, and one that will pay out millions for gamblers who master its innumerable subtle intricacies. But let’s begin with the beginner’s rules here.
When defining keno to beginners, some betting pros compare it to the lottery. This is at least in some ways correct, in that each game is essentially numerical. But to carry that comparison too far will be to detract from the innumerable unique aspect that make keno so interesting. Unlike bingo, keno enthusiasts have the power to select the numbers for each and every card.
Keno cards have a total of 80 numbers, but the player is granted an increased degree of personal responsibility by being able to pick as numerous (or as few) numbers as he or she 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 each of your selected numbers with a ordinarymarker like you had when you were a kid.
Once you’ve selected your numbers, carry the card back to the clerk at the keno stand. The keno pit manager will record those numbers and then give you a receipt. Do not drop this (potentially) expensive bit of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your face and would like to help out, without a winning receipt with you, you will get precisely $.00 for your time spent.
So, there you have strategy number one: always make sure to keep your keno receipt. Let us move on to something a bit more complex, ok?
Once you’ve picked your numbers, get yourself into a comfortable keno booth and see the action happen on a big video monitor. This is where the winning numbers are displayed for all to see. If you selected winning numbers, mark your card appropriately. Make sure not to move to slowly, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You need to get up to the keno stand to redeem your winnings, as a new keno game will most likely start within 5 minutes.
Strategy number 2: always be sure to get back to the keno stand on time!
Assuming you can’t trust yourself to beat that 5 minute deadline every time, you always have the option of using a "multi-race" card. These include the very same set of your handpicked numbers on anywhere from two to twenty slips. When the max number of keno games (the same as the amount of tickets) is finished, you may then get off your numb back side and go get your winnings.
Yet an additional alternative is referred to as a "stray and play" keno card, which normally allows you make number choices for thirty keno games or more. Hell, you can take a Swedish massage and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to retrieve your numbers. Most "stray and play" game cards are good for up to a whole year after it’s purchased!
So now you are aware of a couple of needed schemes for winning keno. If you are an advanced player, they might seem to be very obvious. Still, it will not hurt to bone up on the fundamentals, and if you are a new keno player, every little bit of advice will help make your keno games more agreeable.