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It won’t usually be considered the sexiest game in the arena of gaming, but keno has tons of zealous fans. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a routinely thrilling lotto-esque game that’s uncomplicated to play, abundantly available in tons of assorted variations, and one that may return mega-dollars for gamblers who learn its countless subtle nuances. But let’s begin with the basic rules for now.

When explaining keno to newcomers, some gaming masters compare it to bingo. This is at least in part apt, in that each game is basically numerical. However, to take that comparison too far is likely to be to misunderstand the innumerable unique characteristics that make keno so fun. Unlike bingo, keno enthusiasts have the ability to pick the numbers for each and every card.

Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the user is accord an increased level of personal responsibility by being able to decide on as many (or as few) numbers as she feels they need. And it doesn’t take a doctor of keno to come up with how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your selected numbers with a every day oldpen like you used when you were in school.

After you have marked your numbers, carry your game card back to the keno pit manager at the keno stand. The girl will record your numbers and then give you a receipt. Make sure no to lose this (potentially) expensive piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your face and would like to help out, without a winning receipt in hand, you will get precisely $.00 for your efforts.

Ok, there you have strategy number one: always take care to keep your keno receipt. Let us advance to something a little more complicated, yes?

Now that you’ve picked your numbers, get into a nice keno booth and watch the action unfold on a big video monitor. That is where the winning numbers are displayed for all to see. If you marked winners, mark your card appropriately. Sake care not to drag your feet, or sit there congratulating yourself for too great a length of time. You really want to get back to the keno booth to collect your winnings, since a new round of keno will certainly start within 5 minutes.

Strategy number 2: always go back to the keno stand on time!

Assuming you can’t trust yourself to beat that 5 minute deadline every time, you always retain the option of buying a "multi-race" ticket. These include the self same set of your desired numbers on anywhere from two to 20 cards. When the max number of games (matching the number of tickets) is played, you may then get off your lazy back side and go get your winnings.

Yet another alternative is known as a "stray and play" keno card, which generally lets you make number selection for 30 rounds or more. Hell, you can take an ocean cruise and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to retrieve your winnings. Most "stray and play" cards are good for up to a whole year after purchase!

And now you have learned several needed schemes for winning keno. If you are an experienced player, they might seem to be very obvious. However, it does not hurt to brush up on the basics, and if you are a newbie keno player, every little bit of advice will help make your keno experience more enjoyable.