It might not generally be thought of as the best game in the field of wagering, but keno has millions of dedicated fans. And why not? It’s a always thrilling lotto-like game that’s easy to learn, readily available in several different styles, and one that may yield millions for those who master its numerous subtle nuances. But let’s begin with the basic facts here.
When describing keno to novices, some gaming experts compare it to the lottery. This is at least nearly apt, in that both games are basically numerical. But to carry that comparison too far will be to minimize the many unique traits 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 gambler is furnished with an extra level of personal responsibility by being able to choose as many (or as few) numbers as she desires. And it doesn’t take a super genius to come up with how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark each of your picked numbers with a ordinaryball point pen like you used when you were in third grade.
After you have picked your numbers, take your keno card back to the clerk at the keno stand. The keno pit manager will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Do not lose this (potentially) expensive piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your mug and would like to help out, without a winning receipt on you, you will get precisely $.00 for your time spent.
OK, so there you have strategy #1: always be sure to keep your keno slip. Let’s move on to something a tiny bit more advanced, yes?
Once you’ve checked off your numbers, get yourself into a comfortable keno booth and see the action unfold on the monitor. That’s where the winning numbers appear in lights. If you checked winners, mark your card accordingly. Be sure not to take your time, or sit there praising yourself for too great a length of time. You really want to get up to the keno booth to collect your winnings, and a new drawing will almost certainly begin within five minutes.
Strategy number 2: always get back to the keno stand on time!
Assuming you do not trust yourself to make that 5 minute deadline each and every time, you always have the option of using a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your handpicked numbers on anywhere from two to 20 tickets. When the maximum amount of keno games (the same as the number of tickets) is finished, you can then get off your lazy bum and go redeem your winnings.
Yet another choice is referred to as a "stray and play" keno ticket, which usually allows you make number picks for thirty keno rounds 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" slips are good for up to a whole year after purchase!
So now you are aware of a couple of essential strategies for winning keno. If you are a skillful player, they may seem stupidly obvious. Still, it doesn’t hurt to bone up on the fundamentals, and if you are a novice player, every tiny bit of advice will help make your keno gambling more entertaining.
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