Despite its glamorous reputation, baccarat is actually one of the simplest games in the casino.

The rules are entirely automated, meaning the dealer handles all the actual gameplay mechanics.

The Fundamental Rules of Baccarat

There are only two hands dealt in the game: the Player hand and the Banker hand.

Cards two through nine are worth their face value, while tens and face cards are worth zero.

• No player decisions are required during the hand
• Aces are always worth exactly one point
• A natural 8 or 9 ends the round immediately

Comparing the Main Betting Options

Mathematically, the Banker bet is the safest wager you can make on the casino floor.

The Player bet is also excellent, offering a low house edge of approximately 1.24% with no commission.

Why You Should Avoid the Tie Bet

While the Banker and Player bets are fantastic, the Tie bet is famously terrible.

Although the high payout is alluring, the probability of a tie occurring is mathematically very low.

Enjoy the elegance of the game without worrying about making a costly strategic mistake.