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It may not ordinarily be seen as the most lucrative game in the universe of gambling, but keno has huge amounts of devout players. And it should! It’s a regularly exciting lottery-like game that’s a snap to pickup, readily available in several alternate styles, and one that can yield millions for players who learn its countless subtle intricacies. But let’s deal with the basic rules for now.

When describing keno to novices, some betting experts compare it to bingo. This is at least to a certain degree apt, in that each game is basically numerical. Yet to carry that comparison too far would be to detract from the great many unique traits that make keno so interesting. Unlike bingo, keno enthusiasts have the freedom to choose the numbers for each and every card.

Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the user is furnished with an increased level of personal responsibility by being able to decide on as numerous (or as few) numbers as he wants. And it doesn’t take a super genius to ascertain how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your selected numbers with a ordinaryball point pen like you had back in school.

After you’ve selected your numbers, take the keno card back to the keno pit manager at the keno stand. The clerk will record those numbers and then give you a receipt. Do not lose this (potentially) lucrative bit of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your loud shirt and would like to help out, without a winning ticket with you, you will be given precisely $.00 for your time spent.

Ok, there you have strategy numero uno: always make sure to keep your keno receipt. Let’s get on to something a little bit more advanced, what do you think?

Once you’ve picked your numbers, get into a comfortable keno booth and watch the action happen on the screen. That is where the winning numbers show up for all to see. If you marked winning numbers, mark your card aptly. Be sure not to take your time, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You must get up to the keno stand to get your winnings, and a new keno game 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!

Since you can not trust yourself to meet that 5 minute deadline every time, you always have the option of using a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your handpicked numbers on anywhere from 2 to 20 cards. When the maximum number of rounds (the same as the number of tickets) is played, you may then get off your lazy back side and go redeem your winnings.

Still another choice is known as a "stray and play" keno slip, which commonly lets you make number choices for thirty rounds or more. Heck, you can take all the time in the world and not have to fret about getting back in time to collect your numbers. Most "stray and play" slips are good for up to a whole year after purchase!

And now you know several necessary techniques for winning keno. If you are an accomplished gambler, they might appear to be very obvious. Still, it will never hurt to bone up on the basics, and if you are a newbie gambler, every tiny bit of advice will help make your keno experience more enjoyable.