It might not commonly be looked at as the sexiest game in the world of gaming, but keno has massive amounts of devout supporters. And it ought to! It’s a constantly entertaining lotto-style game that’s a breeze to play, readily available in several different variations, and one that can pay out millions for players who master its heaps of subtle nuances. But let’s begin with the basic facts here.

When describing keno to amateurs, some gambling connoisseurs compare it to lotto. This is at least to a certain extent correct, in that each game is generally numerical. But to take that comparison too far would be to miscalculate the many unique characteristics that make keno so entertaining. Unlike bingo, keno users have the ability to pick the numbers for each card.

Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the user is accord an additional level of personal responsibility by being able to decide on as many (or as few) numbers as she wants. And it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark each of your selected numbers with a ordinary#2 pencil like you used when you were in third grade.

Now that you have selected your numbers, carry the game card back to the person at the keno booth. The person will record those numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to misplace this (potentially) valuable piece of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your mug and would like to help out, without a winning slip on you, you will collect exactly $.00 for your efforts.

OK, so there you have strategy number one: always be sure to keep your keno ticket. Let’s get on to something a tiny bit more advanced, shall we?

Once you’ve picked your numbers, get yourself into a nice keno booth and see the action take place on a big video monitor. That’s where the winning numbers are displayed in lights. If you selected winning numbers, mark your card aptly. Make sure not to take your time, or sit there praising yourself for too great a length of time. You want to get back to the keno booth to redeem your winnings, as a new keno game will almost certainly get going within five minutes.

Strategy #2: always go back to the keno stand on time!

Assuming you can’t trust yourself to beat that five-minute deadline each and every time, you always retain the option of using a "multi-race" card. These include the self same set of your chosen numbers on anywhere from two to 20 slips. When the max number of rounds (matching the amount of tickets) is finished, you should then get off your numb bum and go collect your winnings.

Still another choice is known as a "stray and play" keno ticket, which normally lets you make number selection for thirty keno games or more. Heck, you can take all the time in the world and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to get your winnings. Most "stray and play" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after purchase!

So now you have learned a few required techniques for winning keno. If you are a skillful gambler, they might seem to be stupidly obvious. Still, it does not hurt to bone up on the basics, and if you are a beginner gambler, every tiny bit of information will help make your keno playing time more exciting.