It might not generally be seen as the most lucrative game in the field of betting, but keno has loads of fanatical admirers. As well it should! It’s a constantly thrilling lottery-type game that’s a snap to master, readily available in loads of different formats, and one that might yield millions of dollars for those who learn its heaps of subtle nuances. But let’s start with the basics for now.
When describing keno to newbies, some betting pros compare it to bingo. This is at least partially correct, in that each game is fundamentally numerical. However, to carry that comparison too far might be to discount the countless unique characteristics that make keno so entertaining. Not like bingo, keno players have the freedom to select the numbers for each and every card.
Keno cards have a grand total of eighty numbers, but the user is given an additional degree of personal responsibility by being able to select as numerous (or as few) numbers as he or she desires. And it doesn’t take a keno superstar to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your chosen numbers with a standardball point pen like you had back in school.
Once you have checked your numbers, carry the card back to the person at the keno booth. The nice person will record those numbers and then give you a receipt. Don’t drop this (potentially) lucrative piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers you and wants help out, without a winning ticket on you, you will be given exactly $.00 for your efforts.
So, there you have strategy number one: always make sure to keep your keno receipt. Let’s move to something a little more advanced, ok?
Once you’ve checked off your numbers, get yourself into a comfy keno booth and see the action unfold on a monitor. This is where the winning numbers show up for us. If you selected winning numbers, mark your card appropriately. Be sure not to take too much time, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You are required to get up to the keno stand to get your winnings, since a new round of keno will surely start up within not too many minutes.
Strategy number two: always get back to the keno stand on time!
Since you do not trust yourself to beat that five-minute deadline every time, you always have the option of purchasing a "multi-race" ticket. These include the very same set of your desired numbers on anywhere from 2 to 20 slips. When the max number of keno games (fitting the number of tickets) is played out, you will then be able to get off your lazy bum and go retrieve your winnings.
Yet another choice is known as a "stray and play" keno slip, which normally allows you make number selection for 30 keno games or more. Golly, you can take an ocean cruise and not have to fret about getting back in time to get your winnings. Most "stray and play" tickets are good for up to a whole year after you purchase it!
So now you know a couple of needed techniques for winning keno. If you are a skillful player, they may seem very obvious. Still, it won’t hurt to brush up on the basic strategies, and if you are a beginner user, every little bit of advice will help make your keno games more agreeable.