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It may not ordinarily be seen as the most lucrative game in the world of wagering, but keno has tons of dedicated players. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a always exciting lotto-ish game that’s easy to play, readily available in a number of different formats, and one that can pay out millions for those who learn its limitless subtle rules. But let’s deal with the basic rules here.

When describing keno to newbies, some gambling pros compare it to lotto. This is at least nearly apt, in that each game is generally numerical. However, to carry that comparison too far might be to underestimate the innumerable unique traits that make keno so compelling. Not like bingo, keno enthusiasts have the power to select the numbers for each and every card.

Keno cards have a total of eighty numbers, but the player is granted an increased level of personal responsibility by being able to select as numerous (or as few) numbers as he desires. And it doesn’t take a nuclear physicist to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your desired numbers with a standardpen like you had when you were in grade 3.

Once you have checked your numbers, carry the card back to the girl at the keno stand. The clerk will record those numbers and then give you a receipt. Don’t lose this (potentially) expensive piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your loud shirt and wants help out, without a winning slip on you, you will collect precisely $.00 for your actions.

And there you have strategy numero uno: always take care to keep your keno receipt. Let’s move on to something a tiny bit more useful, shall we?

Now that you’ve picked out your numbers, get yourself into a comfy keno booth and see the action happen on the video monitor. This is where the winning numbers are displayed in lights. If you selected winning numbers, mark your card appropriately. Make sure not to take too much time, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You want to get back to the keno stand to collect your winnings, as a new round of keno will certainly start up within a few minutes.

Strategy number two: always go back to the keno booth on time!

Since you don’t trust yourself to meet that 5 minute margin every time, you always retain the option of purchasing a "multi-race" ticket. These include the self same set of your handpicked numbers on anywhere from two to twenty cards. When the max amount of keno games (matching the number of tickets) is completed, you should then get off your numb butt and go redeem your winnings.

Yet an additional alternative is referred to as a "stray and play" keno slip, which usually allows you make number picks for 30 keno games or more. Hell, you can take an ocean cruise and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to redeem your winnings. Most "stray and play" tickets are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!

So now you know a number of essential techniques for winning keno. If you are an advanced user, they may seem to be quite obvious. However, it does not hurt to brush up on the basics, and if you are a new player, every little bit of information will help make your keno games more entertaining.