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It won’t usually be deemed the most lucrative game in the field of betting, but keno has millions of devoted admirers. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a always entertaining lotto-ish game that’s uncomplicated to play, abundantly available in several different styles, and one that might return millions for players who learn its heaps of subtle rules. But let’s begin with the basics for now.

When describing keno to amateurs, some gambling pros compare it to lotto. This is at least nearly apt, in that each game is basically numerical. Yet to carry that comparison too far might be to underrate the many unique traits that make keno so interesting. Unlike bingo, keno players have the ability to pick the numbers for every card.

Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the user is granted an additional degree of personal responsibility by being able to select as numerous (or as few) numbers as he desires. And it doesn’t take a keno superstar to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your desired numbers with a ordinary#2 pencil like you had when you were in school.

After you have marked your numbers, take your game card back to the person at the keno stand. The girl will record those numbers and then give you a receipt. Do not misplace this (potentially) expensive bit of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your pretty face and would like to help out, without a winning ticket on you, you will get exactly $.00 for your winning card.

Ok, there you have strategy #1: always be sure to keep your keno slip. Let’s advance to something a little bit more complicated, ok?

Once you’ve checked off your numbers, settle into a comfy keno booth and watch the action unfold on the monitor. This is where the winning numbers are shown for us. If you selected winners, mark your card appropriately. Be sure not to take your time, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You want to get up to the keno booth to collect your winnings, and a new keno game will likely start up within 5 minutes.

Strategy #2: always make it back to the keno stand on time!

Since you do not trust yourself to make that 5 minute deadline every time, you always retain the option of purchasing a "multi-race" card. These include the very same set of your picked numbers on anywhere from 2 to 20 tickets. When the maximum amount of rounds (matching the number of tickets) is played, you are then able to get off your lazy rump and go retrieve your winnings.

Yet another choice is referred to as a "stray and play" keno card, which normally lets you make number picks for 30 keno games or more. Gosh, you can take vacation to Greece and not have to worry about getting back in time to redeem your winnings. Most "stray and play" slips are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!

So now you know a few essential techniques for winning keno. If you are a good keno player, they may seem quite obvious. But it won’t hurt to brush up on the basics, and if you are a beginner gambler, every bit of advice will help make your keno gambling more fun.