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It may not usually be thought of as the most fun game in the realm of betting, but keno has millions of keen enthusiasts. And so it should! It’s a regularly thrilling lotto-type game that’s a breeze to master, readily available in lots of different formats, and one that can yield mega-dollars for players who master its endless subtle rules. But let’s deal with the basic rules here.

When defining keno to novices, some gambling experts compare it to the lottery. This is at least in part apt, in that each game is generally numerical. However, to carry that comparison too far can be to discount the many unique traits that make keno so entertaining. Not like bingo, keno enthusiasts have the freedom to select the numbers for each card.

Keno cards have a total of 80 numbers, but the user is given an additional degree of personal responsibility by being able to choose as numerous (or as few) numbers as he or she wants. And it doesn’t take a genius to come up with how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all your picked numbers with a good oldpen like you had when you were a kid.

After you’ve checked your numbers, carry the keno card back to the girl at the keno stand. The person will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Do not drop this (potentially) lucrative piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your loud shirt and would like to help out, without a winning slip on you, you will collect exactly $.00 for your efforts.

And there you have strategy number one: always make sure to keep your keno receipt. Let’s advance to something a bit more complex, what do you think?

Once you’ve picked your numbers, settle into a comfy keno booth and observe the action happen on the big keno monitor. This is where the winning numbers show up for us. If you checked winning numbers, mark your card aptly. Be sure not to take too much time, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You are required to get back to the keno stand to get your winnings, as a new round of keno will almost certainly get going within 5 minutes.

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

Assuming you don’t trust yourself to make that five-minute deadline each and every time, you always retain the option of purchasing a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your picked numbers on anywhere from 2 to 20 tickets. When the max number of keno games (fitting the number of tickets) is played out, you should then get off your numb back side and go get your winnings.

Another choice is known as a "stray and play" keno slip, which generally allows you make number selection for 30 rounds or more. Gosh, you can take vacation to Italy and not have to worry about getting back in time to get your winnings. Most "stray and play" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after it’s purchased!

And now you know a couple of necessary strategies for winning keno. If you are an advanced gambler, they may seem to be very obvious. However, it won’t hurt to brush up on the basic practices, and if you are a beginner gambler, every little bit of information will help make your keno playing more entertaining.