How To Play Casino Baccarat: Rules And Tips

James Bond famously popularized this elegant card game, giving it an aura of sophistication and mystery.


However, modern online casinos have made this incredibly simple game accessible to absolutely everyone.

How to Win at Baccarat

The goal is simply to bet on which hand will have a total point value closest to nine.


Cards two through nine are worth their numerical value, aces are one, and face cards count as zero.

You can bet on the 'Banker' hand even if you are the playerThe Tie bet pays out big but has terrible mathematical oddsIt is one of the easiest games to learn on the casino floor
Basic Strategy for Beginners

Because you cannot influence the cards, strategy in baccarat revolves entirely around which bet you choose.


Always bet on the Banker; even with the standard 5% commission taken on wins, it remains the best bet.

SelectionCasino AdvantageAction to TakeBankerVery LowPrimary betting strategyPlayerLowSecondary optionTie BetExtremely HighAvoid entirely

Avoid betting on a tie at all costs; the 8-to-1 payout is a trap designed to drain your bankroll quickly.