It will not commonly be looked at as the best game in the arena of betting, but keno has tons of devout supporters. And it should! It’s a always entertaining lotto-esque game that’s a breeze to pickup, abundantly available in loads of alternate variations, and one that might pay out mega-dollars for those who master its uncounted subtle nuances. But let’s start with the basic facts for now.
When describing keno to novices, some betting pros compare it to bingo. This is at least in part correct, in that each game is basically numerical. But to take that comparison too far will be to discount the great many unique traits that make keno so interesting. Unlike bingo, keno enthusiasts have the ability to pick the numbers for every card.
Keno cards have a total of eighty numbers, but the player is accord an additional degree of personal responsibility by being able to choose as many (or as few) numbers as he feels they need. And it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your selected numbers with a ordinary#2 pencil like you used back in school.
Once you have checked your numbers, take your keno card back to the person at the keno booth. The nice person will record those numbers and then hand you a receipt. Do not misplace this (potentially) valuable piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your face and wants help out, without a winning receipt with you, you will get exactly $.00 for your actions.
And there you have strategy numero uno: always make sure to keep your keno receipt. Let us advance to something a little more complicated, ok?
After you’ve marked your numbers, get into a comfy keno booth and observe the action happen on a big video monitor. This is where the winning numbers appear in lights. If you have winning numbers, mark your card accordingly. Be sure not to drag your feet, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You want to get up to the keno stand to get your winnings, as a new round of keno will likely get going within not too many minutes.
Strategy #2: always go back to the keno stand on time!
Since you can’t trust yourself to meet that five-minute deadline each and every time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" ticket. These include the very same set of your picked numbers on anywhere from two to twenty slips. When the max amount of rounds (matching the number of tickets) is finished, you are then able to get off your numb butt and go get your winnings.
Another alternative is known as a "stray and play" keno ticket, which commonly allows you make number picks for 30 keno rounds or more. Golly, you can take an ocean cruise and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to retrieve your numbers. Most "stray and play" cards are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!
And now you have learned a couple needed techniques for winning keno. If you are an experienced player, they may seem to be incredibly obvious. But it won’t hurt to brush up on the basic tactics, and if you are a newbie gambler, every tiny bit of direction will help make your keno playing more captivating.