The 101
Baccarat is ultimate game of chance, where one’s luck flows in or out of a shoe. The adventure begins when players and bankers go head-to-head in quickly executed coups, revealing fate and fortunes in minutes.
Who’s who?
You: The Player
Banker: The Dealer
Player vs Banker
The goal: Predict who will draw the higher ‘coup’
The play: No matter how many people are playing, only the Player and Banker hands are dealt
The bet: Place your bets on the player, the banker, or a tie
The deal: Place your bet on either hand before the cards are dealt
4 types played in casinos
- American
- En Banque
- Chemin de Fer
- Mini
Fun Facts
It’s one most played tables games in the world
The game has been played for 5 centuries
The plot in Casino Royale is centered around Baccarat
The Cards
In a hand of 2 or 3 cards, aim for a total count of 9
The win
You bet on banker + banker wins = you win an even money payout on your bet
You bet on player + player wins = you win an even money payout on your bet
You bet on tie + tie is the outcome = you win 8-1 return
You didn’t bet on a tie + tie is the outcome = your stake is returned
Ask the Experts
Go with a game with fewest decks when possible
Remember, this is a game of chance—there are no algorithms
A tie is a risky bet
Always stick to your limit