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It might not ordinarily be thought of as the funnest game in the universe of gambling, but keno has millions and millions of steadfast enthusiasts. And why not? It’s a consistently thrilling lotto-type game that’s uncomplicated to learn, abundantly available in several alternate variations, and one that may yield mega-dollars for those who master its limitless subtle rules. But let’s start with the basic facts for now.

When explaining keno to beginners, some betting experts compare it to the lottery. This is at least in some ways correct, in that both games are basically numerical. Yet to take that comparison too far will be to misunderstand the endless unique characteristics that make keno so fun. Not like bingo, keno players have the power to select the numbers for each and every card.

Keno cards have a total of 80 numbers, but the player is given an additional level of personal responsibility by being able to choose as numerous (or as few) numbers as she thinks is appropriate. And it doesn’t take a genius to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your desired numbers with a ordinarypen like you had back in the day.

Now that you have picked your numbers, carry your game card back to the clerk at the keno booth. The nice person will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to drop this (potentially) expensive bit of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your mug and wants help out, without a winning receipt in hand, you will collect precisely $.00 for your efforts.

Now there you have strategy numero uno: always be sure to keep your keno slip. Let’s move on to something a bit more complicated, what do you think?

After you’ve checked off your numbers, get into a comfy keno booth and see the action unfold on the video monitor. This is where the winning numbers are displayed in lights. If you marked winners, mark your card appropriately. Make sure not to move to slowly, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You must get up to the keno stand to collect your winnings, as a new round of keno will almost certainly 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 not trust yourself to make that five-minute deadline every time, you always retain the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the very same set of your desired numbers on anywhere from 2 to 20 slips. When the maximum amount of keno games (fitting the amount of tickets) is completed, you can then get off your lazy butt and go redeem your winnings.

Still another option is recognized as a "stray and play" keno slip, which normally lets you make number picks for 30 keno games or more. Hell, you can take an ocean cruise and not have to fret about getting back in time to get your winnings. Most "stray and play" tickets are good for up to a whole year after purchase!

And now you have learned a number of essential techniques for winning keno. If you are an advanced gambler, they might seem stupidly obvious. However, it won’t hurt to bone up on the fundamentals, and if you are a newbie gambler, every little bit of advice will help make your keno betting more enjoyable.