Baccarat

Baccarat belongs to the list of the best known card games. Some users know it by other names: ‘iron’, ‘nine’, ‘makao’, ‘punto banco’. A game with fast, exciting games, it’s not as difficult as poker.

From history

Baccarat originated more than five centuries ago in France or Italy, it is not known for certain. It was a game for nobles who used the Tarot deck. In 1940, baccarat began to be offered by casinos, which was much appreciated by the aristocrats.

A short summary of the game’s rules

The game is played between two individuals, a player (ponter) and a dealer (dealer). They need to score nine or so points.

There are 7 and 14 person tables, each with three betting boxes or numbered boxes. Bets can be placed on the player, on the dealer and on a draw within the range indicated on the special tablets. Whoever scores the most points wins, the suit doesn’t matter. Some gambling houses offer additional bets.

The deal is two cards at a time. If they add up to 8 or 9 then it’s a double or natural combination, which completes the hand. The extra cards are referred to as the buy-in. Payouts are calculated according to the following scheme: 100% on a player win, 95% on a casino win, 800 or 900% on a draw. Bets on draws are not refundable once a winner is determined.

Baccarat games

Here are just the general features of this game, the nuances depend on the specific type, which differ

• The number of decks (1 – 8);
• Number of players (7 or 14);
• The hand can either be the dealer’s hand or the players’ hand in order of precedence;
• some versions allow only the person with 4 points to use the prize.

The best known variations:

Mini baccarat. Using a single deck of 52 cards. There are no side bets.

Super 6. Banco bets are calculated 1 to 1. In the case of Banco’s 6, the odds are 0.5 to 1.

Dragon 7. A croupier’s win by 7 on three cards pays out 50 to 1.

Panda 8. A win by Banco with 8 points and the prize pays out 25 to 1.

Game Strategy

Punto Banco is based on chance, so no one has yet been able to come up with a win-win scheme. Organisers and casino regulars agree that you should never bet on a draw or Tie betting, which has the lowest success rate.

Beginners

Practices used by experienced players require instant reactions, equanimity and a thorough knowledge of the rules. Beginners should learn some of baccarat’s systems and strategies, based on changing betting odds according to the methods of Thomas Donald and Donald-Nathanson.

Players who are familiar with the secrets of baccarat have a variety of counting techniques, Draw/Stand games, etc.

Baccarat online

Virtual casinos have the same rules as real gambling houses. The outcome of this uncomplicated and entertaining game depends on the will of chance and the skills of the participants. Mastering the nuances, basic strategies and card counting greatly increases the chances of winning. However, at first, do not risk your own finances and make real bets. It is better to hone your skills through private games or free games online.