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It won’t often be seen as the most lucrative game in the realm of betting, but keno has millions of zealous enthusiasts. And so it should! It’s a routinely exciting lotto-type game that’s uncomplicated to play, abundantly available in lots of alternate variations, and one that will pay out millions for players who master its endless subtle rules. But let’s deal with the basic rules for now.

When explaining keno to novices, some wagering connoisseurs compare it to the lottery. This is at least partly apt, in that both games are generally numerical. However, to take that comparison too far can be to minimize the innumerable unique traits that make keno so fun. Unlike bingo, keno gamblers have the power to select the numbers for each and every card.

Keno cards have a grand total of eighty numbers, but the user is accord an extra level of personal responsibility by being able to select as many (or as few) numbers as he or she desires. And it doesn’t take a nuclear physicist to come up with how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your handpicked numbers with a standardpen like you used back in school.

After you’ve picked your numbers, carry the game card back to the keno pit manager at the keno stand. The girl will record your numbers and then give you a receipt. Do not drop this (potentially) valuable piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your mug and wants help out, without a winning ticket on you, you will win exactly $.00 for your efforts.

So, there you have strategy #1: always make sure to keep your keno ticket. Let us get on to something a bit more useful, ok?

Now that you’ve checked off your numbers, get into a comfy keno booth and watch the action happen on the big keno monitor. This is where the winning numbers are shown in lights. If you marked winners, mark your card aptly. Be sure not to drag your feet, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You need to get up to the keno stand to get your winnings, and then a new keno game will most likely start within a few minutes.

Strategy number two: always be sure to get back to the keno booth on time!

Assuming you do not trust yourself to meet that 5 minute deadline each time, you always retain the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from two to 20 cards. When the max amount of games (the same as the amount of tickets) is played, you can then get off your numb butt and go collect your winnings.

Still another opportunity is referred to as a "stray and play" keno card, which commonly lets you make number picks for thirty games or more. Heck, you can take an ocean cruise and not have to worry about getting back in time to redeem your winnings. Most "stray and play" game cards are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!

So now you have learned a handful of needed techniques for winning keno. If you are a skillful keno player, they might seem incredibly obvious. Still, it does not hurt to bone up on the basic techniques, and if you are a newbie user, every bit of direction will help make your keno wagering more entertaining.