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It may not generally be considered the funnest game in the world of wagering, but keno has loads of keen admirers. And it ought to! It’s a constantly exciting lotto-esque game that’s simple to pickup, abundantly available in lots of alternate styles, and one that can yield millions for gamblers who learn its innumerable subtle intricacies. But let’s deal with the basic facts for now.

When explaining keno to newbies, some gambling pros compare it to the lottery. This is at least partially correct, in that both games are fundamentally numerical. But to take that comparison too far would be to underrate the countless unique traits that make keno so fun. Unlike bingo, keno enthusiasts have the ability to select the numbers for every card.

Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the player is given an additional degree of personal responsibility by being able to decide on as numerous (or as few) numbers as he desires. And it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to determine how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your selected numbers with a good old#2 pencil like you had back in the day.

Now that you’ve selected your numbers, carry your keno card back to the clerk at the keno stand. The keno pit manager will record those numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to drop this (potentially) valuable piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your loud shirt and wants help out, without a winning slip with you, you will win exactly $.00 for your time spent.

Ok, there you have strategy number one: always make sure to keep your keno ticket. Let us get on to something a little more complex, shall we?

After you’ve checked off your numbers, get into a nice keno booth and watch the action happen on a monitor. That is where the winning numbers show up for all to see. If you selected winners, mark your card aptly. Sake care not to dilly dally, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You are required to get back to the keno stand to redeem your winnings, and then a new keno game will certainly start up within 5 minutes.

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

Assuming you do not trust yourself to meet that five-minute deadline each time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the self same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from two to twenty cards. When the max number of games (the same as the amount of tickets) is completed, you can then get off your numb bum and go retrieve your winnings.

Another alternative is referred to as a "stray and play" keno ticket, which usually lets you make number picks for 30 games or more. Hell, you can take all the time in the world and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to get your numbers. Most "stray and play" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after you purchase it!

And now you are aware of a couple required schemes for winning keno. If you are an adept player, they may seem very obvious. Still, it won’t hurt to bone up on the fundamentals, and if you are a beginner player, every tiny bit of information will help make your keno games more enjoyable.