It may not generally be considered the most fun game in the arena of wagering, but keno has millions of keen followers. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a regularly thrilling lottery-esque game that’s a breeze to play, readily available in a number of assorted formats, and one that might pay out millions of dollars for gamblers who master its countless subtle nuances. But let’s begin with the basic facts for now.

When defining keno to newcomers, some betting experts compare it to bingo. This is at least partially apt, in that both games are generally numerical. However, to take that comparison too far is likely to be to minimize the innumerable unique aspect 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 eighty numbers, but the player is given an extra level of personal responsibility by being able to decide on as many (or as few) numbers as he or she thinks is appropriate. And it doesn’t take a genius to ascertain how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your desired numbers with a every day oldball point pen like you used back in school.

After you’ve selected your numbers, carry your card back to the nice person at the keno stand. The clerk will record those numbers and then hand you a receipt. Don’t lose this (potentially) valuable piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your loud shirt and wants help out, without a winning slip in hand, you will win exactly $.00 for your actions.

Now there you have strategy number one: always take care to keep your keno receipt. Let’s get on to something a little bit more useful, ok?

Once you’ve selected your numbers, get into a comfortable keno booth and see the action unfold on the keno monitor. This is where the winning numbers are displayed for us. If you selected winners, mark your card aptly. Sake care not to take your time, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You must get up to the keno stand to get your winnings, as a new keno game will almost certainly begin within a few minutes.

Strategy number two: always go back to the keno stand on time!

Assuming you can not trust yourself to meet that 5 minute margin every time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the self same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from two to twenty cards. When the max number of games (the same as the number of tickets) is finished, you may then get off your lazy bum and go redeem your winnings.

Yet another opportunity is referred to as a "stray and play" keno slip, which generally lets you make number choices for thirty rounds or more. Golly, you can take vacation to Italy and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to retrieve your numbers. Most "stray and play" cards 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 a knowledgeable gambler, they might seem incredibly obvious. But it won’t hurt to bone up on the basic tactics, and if you are a novice user, every little bit of advice will help make your keno games more captivating.