It may not generally be seen as the best game in the world of gambling, but keno has loads of steadfast enthusiasts. And why not? It’s a constantly entertaining lottery-type game that’s a snap to learn, abundantly available in lots of different styles, and one that can yield millions of dollars for players who learn its countless subtle intricacies. But let’s begin with the beginner’s rules for now.
When describing keno to amateurs, some gambling experts compare it to lotto. This is at least partially correct, in that each game is essentially numerical. Yet to take that comparison too far would be to belittle the many unique aspect that make keno so exciting. Not like bingo, keno users have the freedom to pick the numbers for each and every card.
Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the user is granted an additional level of personal responsibility by being able to determine as numerous (or as few) numbers as he feels they need. And it doesn’t take a nuclear physicist to come up with how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark each of your selected numbers with a normalmarker like you used back in school.
After you’ve picked your numbers, carry the keno card back to the nice person at the keno stand. The clerk will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to lose this (potentially) lucrative piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your pretty face and wants help out, without a winning receipt on you, you will get precisely $.00 for your time spent.
Ok, there you have strategy #1: always make sure to keep your keno ticket. Let’s move on to something a little bit more useful, yes?
Now that you’ve picked out your numbers, get yourself into a comfy keno booth and watch the action unfold on the monitor. That’s where the winning numbers are displayed in lights. If you selected winners, mark your card accordingly. Sake care not to dilly dally, or sit there praising yourself for too great a length of time. You need to get up to the keno stand to get your winnings, and a new keno game will surely start up within a few minutes.
Strategy number 2: always be sure to get back to the keno stand on time!
Since you can’t trust yourself to beat that five-minute margin each and every time, you always have the option of using a "multi-race" ticket. These include the very same set of your selected numbers on anywhere from two to 20 cards. When the maximum number of keno games (fitting the amount of tickets) is played, you may then get off your numb back side and go retrieve your winnings.
Yet an additional option is known as a "stray and play" keno ticket, which normally lets you make number picks for 30 keno games or more. Gosh, you can take a Swedish massage and not have to fret about getting back in time to redeem your winnings. Most "stray and play" game cards are good for up to a whole year after you by it!
So now you know several indispensable strategies for winning keno. If you are an experienced user, they might appear to be stupidly obvious. However, it does not hurt to brush up on the fundamentals, and if you are a novice player, every bit of direction will help make your keno playing more entertaining.