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Online Baccarat guide

Baccarat is one of the simplest card games, with a limited set of rules and betting choices.

But many players are intimidated by Baccarat / Punto Banco because in real casinos it's played in separate rooms that cater to high rollers. This gives the game an aura of 'class' which makes it seem out of reach to ordinary players.

Online, there's no separation, so everyone can enjoy this fantastic game.

To help take you from novice through to a High Rolling Macau-standard Baccarat player, we've put together a comprehensive guide, that tells you everything you need to know:

Baccarat basics

Basic rules and tips for playing Baccarat. An explanation of the board layout, and the three main betting options - Player, Banker and Tie.

We also explain the third card rule - how and when each hand is dealt an extra card.

Baccarat strategy

Finding a winning Baccarat strategy lies in understanding the rule that if the hands are tied, your bet is returned to you. Because of this, in any calculation of the Baccarat house edge, the Tie bet can be effectively disregarded.

We explain why a very common Baccarat strategy doesn't work, and suggest an alternative that give you a much better chance to win.

Baccarat odds

For a game so steeped in an aura of glamour and mystery, the odds against you in Baccarat are really simple to understand.

Unlike Roulette, Blackjack, Sic Bo etc, there are only three bets and three results - so only three probabilities, three payouts and therefore three house edges for you to be concerned with.