It will not usually be seen as the most fun game in the field of wagering, but keno has huge amounts of passionate enthusiasts. And it ought to! It’s a routinely thrilling lottery-ish game that’s simple to master, readily available in lots of alternate variations, and one that will pay out millions of dollars for gamblers who learn its limitless subtle intricacies. But let’s begin with the basics for now.
When explaining keno to newcomers, some gaming experts compare it to the lottery. This is at least to a certain extent apt, in that each game is essentially numerical. But to take that comparison too far is likely to be to discount the good many unique traits that make keno so compelling. Unlike bingo, keno enthusiasts have the power to choose the numbers for each and every card.
Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the user is granted an increased level 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 genius to figure out how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your chosen numbers with a good oldmarker like you used back in the day.
Now that you have selected your numbers, carry your game card back to the keno pit manager at the keno booth. The keno pit manager 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 with you, you will get precisely $.00 for your actions.
Ok, there you have strategy #1: always be sure to keep your keno slip. Let us move to something a little bit more complex, yes?
After you’ve marked your numbers, get into a comfortable keno booth and see the action take place on the screen. That’s where the winning numbers are shown for all to see. If you picked winning numbers, mark your card aptly. Make sure not to take too much time, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You must get back to the keno booth to get your winnings, as a new drawing will almost certainly begin within a few minutes.
Strategy number two: always go back to the keno booth on time!
Assuming you do not trust yourself to beat that five-minute margin every time, you always have the option of using a "multi-race" card. These include the self same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from two to 20 slips. When the maximum number of games (matching the amount of tickets) is played, you can then get off your lazy rump and go retrieve your winnings.
Another alternative is known as a "stray and play" keno slip, which commonly allows you make number picks for 30 keno games or more. Heck, you can take all the time in the world and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to redeem your numbers. Most "stray and play" tickets are good for up to a whole year after purchase!
And now you are aware of a few necessary methods for winning keno. If you are an experienced user, they may seem incredibly obvious. Still, it will not hurt to brush up on the fundamentals, and if you are a beginner user, every tiny bit of direction will help make your keno playing time more captivating.
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