It will not ordinarily be deemed the most lucrative game in the universe of gambling, but keno has massive amounts of fanatical followers. Why wouldn’t it? It’s a regularly exciting lotto-type game that’s a breeze to pickup, readily available in lots of alternate styles, and one that might pay out mega-dollars for those who learn its uncounted subtle nuances. But let’s begin with the basics here.

When describing keno to novices, some wagering connoisseurs compare it to bingo. This is at least to some extent correct, in that each game is basically numerical. Yet to carry that comparison too far might be to miscalculate the great many unique traits that make keno so entertaining. Unlike bingo, keno players have the freedom to choose the numbers for every card.

Keno cards have a total of eighty numbers, but the player is given an additional level of personal responsibility by being able to pick as numerous (or as few) numbers as he or she needs. 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 selected numbers with a ordinaryball point pen like you used when you were in grade 3.

Now that you’ve checked your numbers, carry the game card back to the keno pit manager at the keno stand. The person will record your numbers and then give you a receipt. Do not misplace this (potentially) lucrative piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your face and wants help out, without a winning ticket on you, you will get precisely $.00 for your winning card.

OK, so there you have strategy number one: always take care to keep your keno slip. Let us advance to something a little more complicated, yes?

After you’ve selected your numbers, settle into a nice keno booth and watch the action unfold on the keno monitor. That is where the winning numbers appear for all to see. If you selected 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 really want to get back to the keno booth to redeem your winnings, and then a new round of keno will likely begin within a few minutes.

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

Assuming you don’t trust yourself to make that five-minute margin each and every time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your handpicked numbers on anywhere from 2 to twenty slips. When the maximum amount of rounds (fitting the amount of tickets) is completed, you may then get off your lazy bum and go get your winnings.

Another choice is referred to as a "stray and play" keno card, which generally allows you make number picks for thirty rounds or more. Golly, you can take vacation to Italy and not have to fret about getting back in time to redeem your numbers. Most "stray and play" cards are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!

And now you know a number of necessary techniques for winning keno. If you are a skillful player, they may seem quite obvious. But it doesn’t hurt to study up on the fundamentals, and if you are a novice keno player, every tiny bit of direction will help make your keno games more exciting.