It may not usually be looked at as the best game in the universe of gambling, but keno has tons of devout players. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a consistently thrilling lottery-style game that’s uncomplicated to pickup, abundantly available in tons of different styles, and one that may return millions for gamblers who master its innumerable subtle intricacies. But let’s start with the basics here.
When defining keno to novices, some wagering pros compare it to the lottery. This is at least in some ways apt, in that both games are basically numerical. But to take that comparison too far would be to think too little of the innumerable unique traits that make keno so interesting. Not like bingo, keno players have the freedom to pick the numbers for each and every card.
Keno cards have a total of 80 numbers, but the user is granted an increased level of personal responsibility by being able to pick as numerous (or as few) numbers as she thinks is appropriate. 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 picked numbers with a ordinarypen like you had when you were in grade 3.
After you have selected your numbers, carry your card back to the person at the keno stand. The clerk will record those numbers and then give you a receipt. Make sure no to drop this (potentially) expensive bit of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your mug and wants help out, without a winning ticket with you, you will get exactly $.00 for your winning card.
OK, so there you have strategy numero uno: always take care to keep your keno ticket. Let’s move on to something a little more complex, yes?
Now that you’ve picked your numbers, get into a nice keno booth and watch the action unfold on a big video monitor. That is where the winning numbers are shown in lights. If you marked winning numbers, mark your card aptly. Sake care not to move to slowly, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You want to get back to the keno stand to get your winnings, and then a new round of keno will certainly start up within a few minutes.
Strategy number 2: always get back to the keno booth on time!
Assuming you can’t trust yourself to beat that 5 minute deadline each time, you always have the option of using a "multi-race" card. These include the very same set of your desired numbers on anywhere from 2 to 20 cards. When the maximum amount of games (the same as the number of tickets) is played, you can then get off your lazy bum and go collect your winnings.
Yet another option is known as a "stray and play" keno card, which normally allows you make number picks for 30 games or more. Golly, you can take a world tour and not have to worry about getting back in time to get your winnings. Most "stray and play" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after it’s purchased!
And now you have learned a couple of required schemes for winning keno. If you are an advanced user, they may seem to be stupidly obvious. However, it won’t hurt to bone up on the basic methods, and if you are a newbie keno player, every little bit of direction will help make your keno betting more enjoyable.