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It won’t generally be looked at as the most fun game in the world of betting, but keno has millions of devout admirers. And so it should! It’s a consistently exciting lottery-like game that’s uncomplicated to play, readily available in loads of assorted styles, and one that may pay out millions of dollars for gamblers who learn its limitless subtle nuances. But let’s begin with the beginner’s rules for now.

When describing keno to amateurs, some gambling masters compare it to bingo. This is at least partly apt, in that both games are generally numerical. However, to take that comparison too far will be to devalue the innumerable unique characteristics that make keno so compelling. Not like bingo, keno players have the ability to select the numbers for each card.

Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the player is accord an extra level of personal responsibility by being able to choose as numerous (or as few) numbers as she needs. And it doesn’t take a keno superstar to figure out how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark each of your desired numbers with a every day old#2 pencil like you had when you were in school.

After you’ve selected your numbers, carry your game card back to the nice person at the keno booth. The nice person will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Do not drop this (potentially) valuable piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your face and wants help out, without a winning ticket in hand, you will get precisely $.00 for your winning card.

So, there you have strategy #1: always take care to keep your keno receipt. Let us go on to something a little bit more complex, yes?

After you’ve selected your numbers, get into a comfy keno booth and watch the action happen on the big keno monitor. This is where the winning numbers show up for us. If you picked winning numbers, mark your card appropriately. Sake care not to drag your feet, or sit there praising yourself for too great a length of time. You really want to get back to the keno stand to redeem your winnings, and a new keno game will probably start within 5 minutes.

Strategy #2: always make it back to the keno booth on time!

Since you can not trust yourself to meet that 5 minute margin each time, you always have the option of using a "multi-race" ticket. These include the self same set of your desired numbers on anywhere from two to twenty cards. When the maximum number of keno games (fitting the number of tickets) is played out, you will then be able to get off your lazy rump and go collect your winnings.

Still another option is recognized as a "stray and play" keno card, which normally allows you make number choices for thirty keno games or more. Heck, you can take vacation to Italy and not have to worry about getting back in time to get your numbers. Most "stray and play" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after purchase!

So now you know a couple of indispensable techniques for winning keno. If you are a discerning user, they may appear to be very obvious. But it doesn’t hurt to brush up on the fundamentals, and if you are a newbie gambler, every bit of advice will help make your keno playing time more captivating.