It might not commonly be seen as the sexiest game in the realm of wagering, but keno has millions and millions of zealous followers. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a constantly thrilling lottery-esque game that’s easy to play, abundantly available in loads of alternate formats, and one that will yield millions of dollars for people who learn its innumerable subtle nuances. But let’s start with the beginner’s rules for now.
When explaining keno to beginners, some gaming connoisseurs compare it to bingo. This is at least in some ways apt, in that both games are essentially numerical. However, to take that comparison too far is likely to be to undervalue the innumerable unique aspect that make keno so interesting. Unlike bingo, keno gamblers have the power to select the numbers for each and every card.
Keno cards have a total of eighty numbers, but the user is given an additional level of personal responsibility by being able to decide on as numerous (or as few) numbers as he or she desires. And it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to come up with how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your chosen numbers with a every day old#2 pencil like you used when you were in grade 3.
Now that you’ve picked your numbers, carry your keno card back to the nice person at the keno booth. The keno pit manager will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Do not misplace this (potentially) expensive bit of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your face and wants help out, without a winning slip with you, you will collect precisely $.00 for your efforts.
Now there you have strategy numero uno: always be sure to keep your keno ticket. Let us move on to something a little more complicated, shall we?
Once you’ve checked off your numbers, settle into a nice keno booth and watch the action take place on the monitor. That is where the winning numbers show up in lights. If you marked winning numbers, mark your card appropriately. Make sure not to dilly dally, or sit there congratulating yourself for too great a length of time. You need to get up to the keno booth to collect your winnings, as a new round of keno will probably start within a few minutes.
Strategy #2: always go back to the keno booth on time!
Assuming you don’t trust yourself to meet that five-minute deadline each and every time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your picked numbers on anywhere from two to 20 slips. When the maximum number of keno games (matching the number of tickets) is completed, you will then be able to get off your numb bum and go get your winnings.
Still another option is referred to as a "stray and play" keno ticket, which generally allows you make number picks for thirty keno games or more. Heck, you can take vacation to Greece and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to collect your winnings. Most "stray and play" tickets are good for up to a whole year after you by it!
So now you have learned a couple essential schemes for winning keno. If you are an accomplished player, they may seem to be stupidly obvious. However, it does not hurt to study up on the basics, and if you are a novice gambler, every tiny bit of advice will help make your keno betting more entertaining.
