It might not ordinarily be deemed the sexiest game in the field of gaming, but keno has tons of devoted supporters. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a always exciting lotto-type game that’s easy to master, abundantly available in lots of alternate styles, and one that may yield millions for players who master its innumerable subtle rules. But let’s start with the basic rules here.

When defining keno to amateurs, some betting experts compare it to lotto. This is at least partially correct, in that both games are generally numerical. But to take that comparison too far can be to underestimate the endless unique characteristics that make keno so compelling. Not like bingo, keno players have the power to pick the numbers for each and every card.

Keno cards have a grand total of eighty numbers, but the user is given an increased degree of personal responsibility by being able to choose as numerous (or as few) numbers as she wants. And it doesn’t take a super genius to ascertain how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your desired numbers with a standardpen like you used when you were a kid.

Now that you have marked your numbers, take your card back to the person at the keno booth. The girl will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to misplace this (potentially) expensive piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your loud shirt and would like to help out, without a winning ticket with you, you will collect precisely $.00 for your winning card.

And there you have strategy numero uno: always take care to keep your keno receipt. Let us move to something a little bit more useful, shall we?

Now that you’ve checked off your numbers, get into a comfortable keno booth and watch the action take place on the screen. That’s where the winning numbers appear for us. If you have winning numbers, mark your card aptly. Make sure not to dilly dally, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You need to get back to the keno booth to collect your winnings, since a new drawing will almost certainly get going within 5 minutes.

Strategy #2: always go back to the keno stand on time!

Since you don’t trust yourself to make that 5 minute deadline each time, you always retain the option of buying a "multi-race" ticket. These include the self same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from two to 20 cards. When the maximum number of rounds (matching the amount of tickets) is played out, you are then able to get off your numb butt and go collect your winnings.

Yet an additional option is referred to as a "stray and play" keno slip, which commonly allows you make number choices for 30 rounds or more. Heck, you can take a world tour and not have to worry about getting back in time to collect your winnings. Most "stray and play" cards are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!

And now you have learned a couple necessary schemes for winning keno. If you are an accomplished keno player, they might appear to be quite obvious. Still, it won’t hurt to study up on the basic practices, and if you are a newbie gambler, every little bit of advice will help make your keno experience more exciting.