It won’t usually be thought of as the most fun game in the arena of wagering, but keno has loads of dedicated enthusiasts. And it should! It’s a consistently entertaining lottery-ish game that’s simple to play, abundantly available in several different styles, and one that will pay out millions for gamblers who learn its uncounted subtle rules. But let’s begin with the basic rules here.
When describing keno to newbies, some gaming connoisseurs compare it to bingo. This is at least in some measure correct, in that each game is basically numerical. However, to take that comparison too far would be to underestimate the many unique aspect that make keno so exciting. Not like bingo, keno gamblers have the freedom to pick the numbers for each card.
Keno cards have a total of eighty numbers, but the player is granted an extra level of personal responsibility by being able to decide on as numerous (or as few) numbers as he thinks is appropriate. And it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark each of your picked numbers with a good oldball point pen like you used when you were a kid.
Once you have marked your numbers, carry your game card back to the clerk at the keno booth. The girl will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to misplace this (potentially) valuable piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your mug and wants help out, without a winning slip in hand, you will win precisely $.00 for your winning card.
And there you have strategy numero uno: always make sure to keep your keno ticket. Let us move to something a little bit more complicated, what do you think?
After you’ve marked your numbers, settle into a comfortable keno booth and watch the action happen on a monitor. That’s where the winning numbers show up for all to see. If you’ve got winning numbers, mark your card appropriately. Sake care not to drag your feet, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You need to get back to the keno booth to redeem your winnings, and a new drawing will surely get going within not too many minutes.
Strategy number two: always be sure to get back to the keno stand on time!
Assuming you don’t trust yourself to make that 5 minute margin each and 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 2 to 20 tickets. When the max number of games (fitting the number of tickets) is finished, you should then get off your numb butt and go redeem your winnings.
Yet another alternative is recognized as a "stray and play" keno slip, which generally allows you make number selection for thirty games or more. Heck, you can take all the time in the world and not have to fret about getting back in time to get your winnings. Most "stray and play" tickets are good for up to a whole year after purchase!
So now you have learned a couple of necessary methods for winning keno. If you are an advanced keno player, they might seem very obvious. But it will not hurt to brush up on the basics, and if you are a new gambler, every tiny bit of advice will help make your keno experience more enjoyable.
