Keno Strategy

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It might not ordinarily be considered the sexiest game in the field of gaming, but keno has millions and millions of dedicated players. And why not? It’s a constantly entertaining lotto-ish game that’s easy to pickup, readily available in tons of different styles, and one that might pay out millions for players who master its countless subtle nuances. But let’s deal with the basic rules here.

When describing keno to novices, some gambling pros compare it to bingo. This is at least nearly apt, in that each game is basically numerical. However, to take that comparison too far will be to discount the endless unique characteristics that make keno so entertaining. Not like bingo, keno gamblers have the power to choose the numbers for each card.

Keno cards have a grand total of eighty numbers, but the player is furnished with an extra degree of personal responsibility by being able to pick as numerous (or as few) numbers as she wants. And it doesn’t take a super genius to come up with how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your picked numbers with a good old#2 pencil like you used back in the day.

Once you have marked your numbers, carry your card back to the keno pit manager at the keno stand. The nice person will record your numbers and then hand you a receipt. Do not lose this (potentially) lucrative piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your face and wants help out, without a winning ticket with you, you will win precisely $.00 for your winning card.

Ok, there you have strategy numero uno: always be sure to keep your keno ticket. Let’s get on to something a bit more useful, what do you think?

Now that you’ve marked your numbers, get into a comfy keno booth and observe the action unfold on the monitor. This is where the winning numbers appear in lights. If you selected winning numbers, mark your card appropriately. Sake care not to take your time, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You need to get up to the keno booth to collect your winnings, and a new keno game will almost certainly start up within 5 minutes.

Strategy number two: always go back to the keno stand on time!

Since you can’t trust yourself to meet that five-minute deadline each time, you always retain the option of purchasing a "multi-race" ticket. These include the very same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from 2 to 20 slips. When the maximum number of games (the same as the amount of tickets) is completed, you will then be able to get off your numb butt and go redeem your winnings.

Yet another choice is known as a "stray and play" keno slip, which normally allows you make number picks for 30 games or more. Gosh, you can take vacation to Italy and not have to fret about getting back in time to redeem your winnings. Most "stray and play" tickets are good for up to a whole year after purchase!

And now you are aware of several necessary schemes for winning keno. If you are an adept user, they might appear to be quite obvious. Still, it will not hurt to bone up on the fundamentals, and if you are a newbie keno player, every bit of direction will help make your keno playing time more fun.