It might not generally be considered the funnest game in the field of gambling, but keno has millions and millions of keen enthusiasts. As well it should! It’s a constantly thrilling lotto-esque game that’s a snap to master, abundantly available in tons of different formats, and one that may return mega-dollars for gamblers who learn its limitless subtle intricacies. But let’s begin with the basic facts for now.

When describing keno to newbies, some wagering experts compare it to bingo. This is at least to some extent apt, in that both games are generally numerical. But to take that comparison too far can be to underestimate the great many unique aspect that make keno so entertaining. Not like bingo, keno gamblers have the freedom to select the numbers for each and every card.

Keno cards have a total of 80 numbers, but the user is given an increased degree of personal responsibility by being able to choose as numerous (or as few) numbers as he feels they need. And it doesn’t take a nuclear physicist to figure out how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark each of your selected numbers with a every day oldball point pen like you used back in the day.

Now that you’ve checked your numbers, carry your game card back to the keno pit manager at the keno booth. The person will record those numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to misplace this (potentially) expensive piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your face and wants help out, without a winning receipt in hand, you will win precisely $.00 for your actions.

And there you have strategy numero uno: always be sure to keep your keno slip. Let’s go on to something a little more complex, shall we?

After you’ve picked your numbers, get yourself into a nice keno booth and see the action happen on the screen. That is where the winning numbers show up in lights. If you checked winning numbers, mark your card accordingly. Be sure not to drag your feet, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You must get up to the keno booth to collect your winnings, since a new drawing will likely get going within not too many minutes.

Strategy number 2: always make sure to get back to the keno stand on time!

Assuming you can’t trust yourself to meet that five-minute deadline each and every time, you always retain the option of buying a "multi-race" ticket. These include the same set of your picked numbers on anywhere from two to 20 slips. When the maximum number of games (fitting the amount of tickets) is completed, you may then get off your lazy bum and go retrieve your winnings.

Still another choice is recognized as a "stray and play" keno ticket, which commonly lets you make number choices for 30 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" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!

So now you have learned a couple of essential methods for winning keno. If you are an advanced user, they may appear to be incredibly obvious. Still, it will not hurt to bone up on the fundamentals, and if you are a new player, every little bit of direction will help make your keno wagering more agreeable.