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It may not usually be considered the sexiest game in the world of gaming, but keno has millions and millions of dedicated fans. And it should! It’s a consistently entertaining lotto-esque game that’s simple to master, abundantly available in many different formats, and one that will yield mega-dollars for people who learn its many subtle intricacies. But let’s begin with the beginner’s rules here.

When defining keno to newcomers, some gaming pros compare it to lotto. This is at least to some extent apt, in that each game is generally numerical. But to carry that comparison too far can be to misunderstand the countless unique characteristics that make keno so fun. Unlike bingo, keno gamblers have the ability to select the numbers for each and every card.

Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the gambler is given an increased degree of personal responsibility by being able to pick as numerous (or as few) numbers as she thinks is appropriate. And it doesn’t take a genius to come up with how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark each of your chosen numbers with a standardpen like you had when you were in grade 3.

Once you have marked your numbers, take the keno card back to the clerk at the keno booth. The keno pit manager will record your numbers and then give you a receipt. Make sure no to lose this (potentially) lucrative piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your loud shirt and wants help out, without a winning receipt on you, you will be given precisely $.00 for your actions.

And there you have strategy numero uno: always make sure to keep your keno slip. Let us go on to something a little more advanced, shall we?

Once you’ve checked off your numbers, get into a nice keno booth and watch the action happen on the monitor. That’s where the winning numbers appear for all to see. If you’ve got winners, mark your card appropriately. Make sure not to take too much time, or sit there congratulating yourself for too great a length of time. You want to get back to the keno booth to redeem your winnings, since a new round of keno will certainly start up within a few minutes.

Strategy #2: always be sure to get back to the keno stand on time!

Since you can not trust yourself to make that 5 minute margin each and every time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" ticket. These include the self same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from 2 to twenty slips. When the max number of keno games (the same as the number of tickets) is finished, you can then get off your numb back side and go get your winnings.

Yet another alternative is known as a "stray and play" keno card, which normally lets you make number selection for thirty games or more. Golly, you can take all the time in the world and not have to fret about getting back in time to get your winnings. Most "stray and play" cards are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!

And now you have learned several indispensable schemes for winning keno. If you are a good gambler, they might appear to be incredibly obvious. But it won’t hurt to brush up on the fundamentals, and if you are a new keno player, every bit of direction will help make your keno games more enjoyable.