Keno Tricks

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It might not ordinarily be considered the funnest game in the field of gambling, but keno has millions and millions of passionate fans. As well it should! It’s a routinely entertaining lotto-like game that’s easy to pickup, readily available in many different formats, and one that can return mega-dollars for those who learn its numerous subtle intricacies. But let’s start with the basic facts for now.

When explaining keno to newcomers, some wagering experts compare it to bingo. This is at least to some extent correct, in that each game is essentially numerical. Yet to take that comparison too far can be to underestimate the innumerable unique aspect that make keno so interesting. Not like bingo, keno players have the power to select the numbers for each card.

Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the user is accord an additional degree of personal responsibility by being able to pick as numerous (or as few) numbers as he or she needs. And it doesn’t take a genius to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark each of your desired numbers with a standardpen like you used when you were in school.

After you have marked your numbers, take the keno card back to the clerk at the keno stand. The keno pit manager will record your numbers and then give you a receipt. Make sure no to misplace this (potentially) expensive bit of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your face and would like to help out, without a winning slip with you, you will get exactly $.00 for your winning card.

So, there you have strategy numero uno: always make sure to keep your keno slip. Let’s go on to something a bit more advanced, ok?

Once you’ve picked your numbers, get yourself into a nice keno booth and watch the action unfold on the keno monitor. That is where the winning numbers are displayed in lights. If you’ve got winners, mark your card aptly. Sake care not to take your time, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You really want to get back to the keno stand to redeem your winnings, and a new drawing will almost certainly start within not too many minutes.

Strategy number two: always make sure to get back to the keno booth on time!

Assuming you can’t trust yourself to meet that five-minute deadline each and every time, you always have the option of purchasing a "multi-race" ticket. These include the same set of your desired numbers on anywhere from 2 to 20 tickets. When the maximum number of games (fitting the amount of tickets) is completed, you may then get off your lazy rump and go retrieve your winnings.

Another option is referred to as a "stray and play" keno slip, which generally allows you make number choices for thirty games or more. Golly, you can take vacation to France and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to retrieve your numbers. Most "stray and play" cards are good for up to a whole year after purchase!

So now you have learned a few essential techniques for winning keno. If you are an accomplished player, they may seem to be very obvious. Still, it will not hurt to brush up on the basics, and if you are a new user, every little bit of direction will help make your keno wagering more fun.