🃑 What Is Baccarat?

Baccarat is a comparing card game where you bet on which hand will have a total closest to 9 — the Player hand or the Banker hand. You can also bet on Tie, though it has lower odds.

Your goal: Simply bet on the outcome. You do not make decisions on card draws.

🔢 Card Values in Baccarat

• Aces = 1
• Cards 2–9 = face value
• 10, J, Q, K = 0

Only the last digit of the total counts. For example: 7 + 8 = 15 → hand value = 5

🎮 How the Game Works

Before cards are dealt, you choose one of the following bets:

• Banker (best odds)
• Player
• Tie

Then the dealer deals two cards to both Player and Banker. In some cases, a third card is drawn based on fixed rules.

You do NOT make decisions during the game. Baccarat follows strict drawing rules automatically.

📘 Third Card Rules (Simplified)

If the Player has 0–5, they usually draw a third card. At 6 or 7, they stand. If the Player stands, the Banker draws on 0–5 and stands on 6–7.

You don’t need to memorize this — the dealer handles it automatically.

📊 Baccarat Odds & House Edge

Baccarat has some of the best odds in any casino game:

Bet Type	Payout	House Edge
Banker	1:1 (minus small commission)	1.06%
Player	1:1	1.24%
Tie	8:1 or 9:1	14.36%

Best bet: Banker
Worst bet: Tie (fun, but a bad value long-term)

🧠 Simple Baccarat Strategies

1. Always bet Banker

The Banker bet has the lowest house edge in the entire casino. Yes, even after the commission, it’s mathematically the best choice.

2. Avoid the Tie Bet

It offers big payouts but terrible odds. Use it only for entertainment, not strategy.

3. Manage your bankroll

Decide how much you want to spend before sitting down. Baccarat is fast-paced, so it’s easy to get carried away.

4. Don’t chase patterns

While many players love tracking streaks, baccarat results remain random. Play smart and avoid emotional betting.

💡 Tips for Playing Baccarat Online

• Start with low stakes if you’re a beginner.
• Banker is always statistically the best bet.
• Ignore longshot bets unless playing casually for fun.
• Try both RNG and Live Dealer versions.
• Take breaks — fast games can lead to fast losses.