A Guide To Playing Casino Keno

Keno is essentially a fast-paced, continuous lottery game hosted directly inside the casino environment.


Because the game requires absolutely zero skill or strategy, it is perfect for players looking to unwind completely.

How to Fill Out a Keno Ticket

In a physical casino, you mark these spots with a crayon on a paper ticket and hand it to a "runner."


The more spots you select and successfully catch, the exponentially higher your final payout will be.

Minimum bets are usually incredibly low, often just $1Catching 10 out of 10 spots often triggers a massive jackpotYou can place complex "Way" bets to cover multiple number groupings
The Mathematics Behind Keno

While Keno is incredibly fun and easy, players must understand the brutal mathematics behind the game.


Compare this to blackjack, which has a house edge of 0.5%, and you realize how difficult Keno is to beat.

How to Survive at Keno

Because Keno is a game of pure, unadulterated chance, there is absolutely no strategy that can lower the house edge.


It is best played passively while eating dinner at the casino restaurant or relaxing in the lounge with a drink.

Spots ChosenNumbers CaughtTypical Payout (per $1)Pick 1Catch 1$3.00Pick 5Catch 5$800.00

As long as you understand the brutal math and play strictly for entertainment, Keno is a delightfully relaxing game.