It may not generally be thought of as the most fun game in the realm of betting, but keno has tons of devoted followers. And it ought to! It’s a routinely entertaining lotto-esque game that’s a snap to play, abundantly available in lots of alternate styles, and one that may pay out mega-dollars for people who learn its numerous subtle nuances. But let’s deal with the basic rules for now.
When describing keno to amateurs, some gaming masters compare it to lotto. This is at least in some measure correct, in that both games are essentially numerical. But to carry that comparison too far can be to underestimate the many unique traits that make keno so interesting. Unlike bingo, keno players have the ability to pick the numbers for each card.
Keno cards have a total of eighty numbers, but the user is granted an extra degree of personal responsibility by being able to pick as many (or as few) numbers as she feels they need. And it doesn’t take a super genius to figure out how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your chosen numbers with a every day oldball point pen like you used when you were in grade 3.
Now that you have picked your numbers, take the card back to the clerk at the keno stand. The keno pit manager will record those numbers and then give you a receipt. Don’t misplace this (potentially) expensive piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers you and would like to help out, without a winning slip in hand, you will win precisely $.00 for your winning card.
OK, so there you have strategy #1: always take care to keep your keno receipt. Let’s get on to something a tiny bit more useful, shall we?
After you’ve picked out your numbers, get into a nice keno booth and watch the action happen on the monitor. This is where the winning numbers are shown for all to see. If you picked winning numbers, mark your card accordingly. Make sure not to dilly dally, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You really want to get back to the keno stand to get your winnings, and then a new keno game will most likely get going within five minutes.
Strategy #2: always make sure to get back to the keno stand on time!
Assuming you can not trust yourself to beat that 5 minute margin each time, you always have the option of using a "multi-race" ticket. These include the self same set of your selected numbers on anywhere from two to twenty tickets. When the max number of rounds (fitting the amount of tickets) is completed, you are then able to get off your lazy back side and go collect your winnings.
Another choice is referred to as a "stray and play" keno slip, which generally lets you make number picks for thirty keno games 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" tickets are good for up to a whole year after you by it!
And now you have learned a couple of indispensable techniques for winning keno. If you are an adept gambler, they may appear to be very obvious. However, it doesn’t hurt to bone up on the fundamentals, and if you are a beginner user, every bit of advice will help make your keno gambling more entertaining.