It will not generally be thought of as the best game in the field of wagering, but keno has huge amounts of fanatical enthusiasts. And it should! It’s a always exciting lotto-esque game that’s uncomplicated to master, abundantly available in tons of assorted variations, and one that may yield mega-dollars for people who master its countless subtle nuances. But let’s deal with the beginner’s rules here.
When explaining keno to newbies, some betting pros compare it to the lottery. This is at least in some ways apt, in that both games are essentially numerical. However, to take that comparison too far can be to miscalculate the many unique traits that make keno so compelling. Unlike bingo, keno enthusiasts have the power to pick the numbers for each and every card.
Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the gambler is accord an additional level of personal responsibility by being able to decide on as many (or as few) numbers as he or she needs. And it doesn’t take a doctor of keno to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark each of your chosen numbers with a good old#2 pencil like you had when you were a kid.
After you have checked your numbers, carry the game card back to the girl at the keno booth. The nice person will record your numbers and then give you a receipt. Do not lose this (potentially) expensive bit of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your loud shirt and wants help out, without a winning receipt with you, you will win precisely $.00 for your time spent.
So, there you have strategy #1: always be sure to keep your keno slip. Let’s move on to something a bit more useful, yes?
Now that you’ve marked your numbers, settle into a comfortable keno booth and observe the action take place on the keno monitor. That’s where the winning numbers are shown for us. If you selected winning numbers, mark your card appropriately. Make sure not to take too much time, or sit there praising yourself for too great a length of time. You need to get back to the keno booth to collect your winnings, and then a new round of keno will surely start up within a few minutes.
Strategy #2: always be sure to get back to the keno booth on time!
Assuming you can’t trust yourself to meet that 5 minute margin each time, you always retain the option of buying a "multi-race" ticket. These include the self same set of your desired numbers on anywhere from 2 to 20 tickets. When the max number of games (the same as the amount of tickets) is played, you can then get off your lazy bum and go retrieve your winnings.
Another choice is known as a "stray and play" keno card, which usually lets you make number choices for 30 games or more. Gosh, you can take an ocean cruise and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to collect your numbers. Most "stray and play" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after you by it!
So now you know a couple essential methods for winning keno. If you are an experienced user, they may seem very obvious. But it doesn’t hurt to bone up on the basics, and if you are a novice keno player, every bit of advice will help make your keno playing time more captivating.
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