Baccarat is a popular casino game that has been enjoyed by players around the world for centuries. It’s a game that is easy to learn and offers a great mix of strategy and luck. At River Belle Casino Canada, players can enjoy a wide range of baccarat games, including live dealer baccarat, which offers an authentic and immersive gaming experience.
But how to play, you ask? Here’s a guide to the rules of baccarat at River Belle.
Rules of Baccarat
Baccarat is played with a standard deck of 52 cards. The game’s objective is to bet on the hand that you think will have a total point value of 9 or as close to 9 as possible. The game involves two hands, the Player’s hand and the Banker’s hand.
The dealer deals two cards to each hand, and the values of the cards are added together as follows:
● Ace: 1 point
● Cards 2-9: face value
● 10, Jack, Queen, King: 0 points
If the total value of the hand is greater than 9, the first digit of the total is dropped. For example, if a hand has a 7 and an 8, the total value is 15, but the first digit is dropped, making the total value 5.
Betting Options:
In baccarat, there are three betting options – Player, Banker, or Tie. If you bet on the Player’s hand and it wins, you receive a payout of 1:1. If you bet on the Banker’s hand and it wins, you receive a payout of 0.95:1 (due to the commission). If you bet on a Tie and it wins, you receive a payout of 8:1 or 9:1.
Gameplay:
Once the bets are placed, the dealer will deal two cards to both the player and the banker. If either hand has a total point value of 8 or 9, it’s called a “natural,” and the game is over. If both hands have a total point value of 8 or 9, it’s a Tie.
If neither hand has a natural, the game continues according to the following rules:
● If the Player’s hand has a total point value of 5 or less, the Player receives another card.
● If the Player’s hand has a total point value of 6 or 7, the Player stands.
● If the Player stands, the Banker follows the same rules as the Player.
The hand with the highest total point value wins. Don’t forget that if the Banker’s hand wins, all bets on it are paid out, minus the commission.
Tips for Playing Baccarat:
1. Always bet on the Banker’s hand: The Banker’s hand has a slightly higher chance of winning, so it’s always a good idea to bet on it.
2. Avoid the Tie bet: It has a much lower chance of winning.
3. Stick to a budget: Set a budget before you start playing.
4. Take advantage of bonuses.
5. Practice with free games: This is a great way to familiarize yourself with the rules and strategies of the game before playing with real money.
6. Don’t chase your losses: If you’re on a losing streak, it’s essential to take a break.
7. Keep track of the commission: If you’re betting on the Banker’s hand, there’s a 5% commission on all winnings.
Following these tips and strategies can increase your chances of winning and make the most of your baccarat playing experience at River Belle.
