It may not commonly be deemed the sexiest game in the realm of wagering, but keno has millions of steadfast supporters. And it should! It’s a consistently entertaining lotto-ish game that’s a breeze to learn, abundantly available in tons of different variations, and one that might return millions of dollars for people who learn its endless subtle rules. But let’s deal with the basic rules here.
When describing keno to newbies, some wagering pros compare it to bingo. This is at least in some ways correct, in that each game is generally numerical. But to carry that comparison too far is likely to be to underestimate the endless unique aspect that make keno so entertaining. Not like bingo, keno users have the ability to choose the numbers for every card.
Keno cards have a total of eighty numbers, but the gambler is granted an increased degree of personal responsibility by being able to determine as many (or as few) numbers as he or she wants. 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 selected numbers with a every day oldball point pen like you used when you were in grade 3.
After you’ve picked your numbers, take the keno card back to the keno pit manager at the keno stand. The clerk will record those numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to lose this (potentially) expensive bit of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your loud shirt and wants help out, without a winning slip in hand, you will win precisely $.00 for your time spent.
Ok, there you have strategy numero uno: always be sure to keep your keno slip. Let us move on to something a little more advanced, ok?
After you’ve picked out your numbers, settle into a comfortable keno booth and see the action unfold on a monitor. That is where the winning numbers are displayed for us. If you have winning numbers, mark your card accordingly. Sake care not to drag your feet, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You must get up to the keno booth to get your winnings, as a new round of keno will almost certainly start up within five minutes.
Strategy number two: always make it back to the keno stand on time!
Assuming you can not trust yourself to beat that 5 minute deadline each time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the self same set of your selected numbers on anywhere from two to 20 tickets. When the max amount of keno games (fitting the number of tickets) is finished, you can then get off your lazy bum and go get your winnings.
Still another option is known as a "stray and play" keno slip, which normally lets you make number selection for thirty keno rounds or more. Heck, you can take an ocean cruise and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to get your winnings. Most "stray and play" cards are good for up to a whole year after it’s purchased!
And now you have learned a number of indispensable strategies for winning keno. If you are a knowledgeable gambler, they might seem to be stupidly obvious. Still, it does not hurt to brush up on the basic tactics, and if you are a beginner keno player, every tiny bit of advice will help make your keno experience more enjoyable.