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.

How Baccarat Scoring Works

The objective of the game is to bet on the hand that will score closest to nine.

If a hand's total exceeds nine, the first digit is dropped (e.g., a 15 becomes a 5).

• Tens and face cards count as zero
• If the total goes over 9, drop the first digit
• The dealer automatically draws third cards

The Banker Bet vs. The Player Bet

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

Even with the commission factored in, the Banker bet boasts an incredibly low house edge of 1.06%.

Why You Should Avoid the Tie Bet

The house edge on the Tie bet skyrockets to over 14%, making it a statistically ruinous choice.

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

By simply betting on the Banker consistently, you are playing with near-optimal mathematical efficiency.