It might not commonly be considered the most lucrative game in the arena of wagering, but keno has millions and millions of zealous followers. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a constantly exciting lotto-type game that’s easy to pickup, abundantly available in tons of different formats, and one that can pay out millions for players who master its innumerable subtle intricacies. But let’s begin with the basic facts for now.
When explaining keno to newcomers, some wagering connoisseurs compare it to the lottery. This is at least in some ways correct, in that each game is fundamentally numerical. However, to carry that comparison too far is likely to be to underrate the many unique characteristics that make keno so compelling. Not like 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 player is accord an increased level of personal responsibility by being able to select as many (or as few) numbers as he or she thinks is appropriate. And it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your selected numbers with a good oldmarker like you used when you were in grade 3.
Once you’ve marked your numbers, take your card back to the keno pit manager at the keno booth. The keno pit manager will record those numbers and then give you a receipt. Do not drop this (potentially) valuable piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your mug and would like to help out, without a winning ticket with you, you will get exactly $.00 for your efforts.
So, there you have strategy numero uno: always take care to keep your keno receipt. Let’s advance to something a little bit more useful, what do you think?
Once you’ve marked your numbers, settle into a comfy keno booth and observe the action happen on a monitor. That’s where the winning numbers appear for all to see. If you selected winning numbers, mark your card accordingly. Make sure not to take your time, or sit there praising yourself for too great a length of time. You must get up to the keno booth to get your winnings, as a new round of keno will likely start within not too many minutes.
Strategy number two: always go back to the keno booth on time!
Assuming you can’t trust yourself to meet that five-minute margin each and every time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from 2 to twenty tickets. When the maximum number of keno games (matching the amount of tickets) is played out, you may then get off your numb back side and go retrieve your winnings.
Another choice is referred to as a "stray and play" keno card, which normally lets you make number picks for 30 rounds or more. Hell, you can take vacation to France and not have to worry about getting back in time to collect your winnings. Most "stray and play" tickets are good for up to a whole year after you purchase it!
And now you know a few indispensable techniques for winning keno. If you are an adept keno player, they might seem to be stupidly obvious. Still, it will never hurt to bone up on the basic methods, and if you are a newbie player, every bit of direction will help make your keno experience more exciting.
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