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It won’t commonly be deemed the most fun game in the field of gambling, but keno has tons of passionate admirers. As well it should! It’s a regularly entertaining lotto-like game that’s a breeze to master, abundantly available in a number of assorted styles, and one that may return millions for players who master its numerous subtle intricacies. But let’s begin with the basic facts for now.

When describing keno to newbies, some wagering experts compare it to bingo. This is at least to some extent correct, in that each game is essentially numerical. However, to carry that comparison too far is likely to be to misunderstand the great many unique characteristics that make keno so fun. Not like bingo, keno gamblers have the power to choose the numbers for each card.

Keno cards have a total of 80 numbers, but the player is given an increased level of personal responsibility by being able to select as many (or as few) numbers as she feels they need. And it doesn’t take a doctor of keno to ascertain how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your selected numbers with a ordinaryball point pen like you used when you were a kid.

Once you’ve picked your numbers, carry your keno card back to the clerk at the keno stand. The nice person will record your numbers and then give you a receipt. Do not lose this (potentially) valuable piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your face and would like to help out, without a winning slip on you, you will win precisely $.00 for your winning card.

Ok, there you have strategy number one: always take care to keep your keno ticket. Let us move to something a bit more advanced, shall we?

Now that you’ve marked your numbers, settle into a comfy keno booth and observe the action take place on the monitor. That’s where the winning numbers appear in lights. If you selected winning numbers, mark your card accordingly. Make sure not to dally, or sit there congratulating yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You are required to get up to the keno stand to get your winnings, and a new round of keno will most likely get going within not too many minutes.

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

Since you don’t trust yourself to make that five-minute deadline each and every time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the very same set of your picked numbers on anywhere from 2 to twenty cards. When the maximum number of games (fitting the amount of tickets) is completed, you will then be able to get off your numb bum and go get your winnings.

Yet another opportunity is known as a "stray and play" keno card, which usually lets you make number picks for thirty rounds or more. Heck, you can take vacation to Italy and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to redeem your winnings. Most "stray and play" slips are good for up to a whole year after you by it!

And now you know a couple indispensable strategies for winning keno. If you are an advanced gambler, they may seem quite obvious. However, it won’t hurt to bone up on the basic tactics, and if you are a beginner keno player, every little bit of information will help make your keno betting more enjoyable.