It won’t usually be seen as the funnest game in the arena of betting, but keno has millions and millions of fanatical supporters. As well it should! It’s a consistently entertaining lottery-type game that’s easy to learn, abundantly available in many alternate styles, and one that can return millions of dollars for those who master its numerous subtle nuances. But let’s start with the beginner’s rules for now.
When explaining keno to novices, some betting pros compare it to bingo. This is at least in some measure apt, in that each game is essentially numerical. However, to take that comparison too far might be to discount the endless unique aspect that make keno so compelling. Unlike bingo, keno gamblers have the ability to pick the numbers for every card.
Keno cards have a grand total of eighty numbers, but the gambler is furnished with an additional 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 rocket scientist to ascertain how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark each of your chosen numbers with a every day oldpen like you used back in the day.
After you have picked your numbers, carry the game card back to the clerk at the keno booth. The clerk will record your numbers and then give you a receipt. Do not drop this (potentially) valuable bit of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your face and wants help out, without a winning receipt on you, you will get precisely $.00 for your winning card.
So, there you have strategy number one: always make sure to keep your keno receipt. Let us get on to something a bit more complex, shall we?
After you’ve selected your numbers, get into a nice keno booth and watch the action happen on a monitor. This is where the winning numbers show up for us. If you picked winners, mark your card appropriately. Make sure not to move to slowly, or sit there praising yourself for too great a length of time. You must get up to the keno stand to collect your winnings, and a new round of keno will surely start within 5 minutes.
Strategy #2: always make sure to get back to the keno booth on time!
Since you do not trust yourself to meet that 5 minute margin every time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the very same set of your picked numbers on anywhere from two to twenty slips. When the maximum amount of keno games (the same as the amount of tickets) is played out, you will then be able to get off your lazy rump and go collect your winnings.
Another option is referred to as a "stray and play" keno slip, which generally lets you make number selection for thirty games or more. Hell, you can take an ocean cruise and not have to worry about getting back in time to redeem your numbers. Most "stray and play" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after you by it!
So now you are aware of a few needed schemes for winning keno. If you are a skillful player, they may seem to be incredibly obvious. However, it does not hurt to brush up on the fundamentals, and if you are a new gambler, every little bit of advice will help make your keno gambling more exciting.
