It will not generally be considered the most lucrative game in the field of betting, but keno has millions of devout followers. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a consistently entertaining lottery-ish game that’s a snap to learn, readily available in several different variations, and one that might return mega-dollars for gamblers who master its many subtle rules. But let’s deal with the basic rules for now.
When defining keno to beginners, some wagering pros compare it to the lottery. This is at least to a certain degree apt, in that each game is fundamentally numerical. But to carry that comparison too far is likely to be to minimize the great many unique traits that make keno so compelling. Unlike bingo, keno gamblers have the power to pick the numbers for each card.
Keno cards have a grand total of eighty numbers, but the user is granted an increased level of personal responsibility by being able to select as many (or as few) numbers as he or she wants. And it doesn’t take a nuclear physicist to figure out how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your picked numbers with a good oldball point pen like you used when you were in third grade.
Now that you have selected your numbers, carry your keno card back to the person at the keno stand. The clerk will record those numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to lose this (potentially) expensive piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your pretty face and would like to help out, without a winning ticket with you, you will win exactly $.00 for your winning card.
Now there you have strategy number one: always be sure to keep your keno ticket. Let’s get on to something a little more complex, ok?
Once you’ve selected your numbers, settle into a comfortable keno booth and watch the action take place on the big keno monitor. That is where the winning numbers show up for us. If you picked winning numbers, mark your card aptly. Be sure not to take your time, or sit there praising yourself for too great a length of time. You are required to get back to the keno booth to get your winnings, since a new round of keno will almost certainly start within a few minutes.
Strategy number 2: always make it back to the keno stand on time!
Since you can not trust yourself to make that five-minute margin each time, you always retain the option of using a "multi-race" card. These include the very same set of your desired numbers on anywhere from two to twenty tickets. When the max number of keno games (fitting the number of tickets) is finished, you should then get off your lazy back side and go collect your winnings.
Yet another alternative is known as a "stray and play" keno ticket, which generally allows you make number picks for thirty keno games or more. Hell, you can take vacation to France and not have to fret about getting back in time to retrieve your numbers. Most "stray and play" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!
So now you have learned a number of indispensable techniques for winning keno. If you are an adept gambler, they may seem to be quite obvious. Still, it doesn’t hurt to bone up on the fundamentals, and if you are a beginner player, every bit of information will help make your keno experience more agreeable.