Online Casino Guide > Online Baccarat Guide
Baccarat is appearing on
more of the best online casinos’ websites as player demand
increases.
It has been suggested that Baccarat was played in the Middle
Ages with Tarot cards. ‘Baccarat’ comes from an Italian word
meaning zero, suggesting it comes from Italy. In the 1950’s
it was popular in France. Now it is a game played by the
rich and famous. In land-based casinos areas where Baccarat
is being played are often kept separate and may be
partitioned off from the main play area.
What is the objective of the game?
The objective is to get nearest to 9.
What are the rules of play?
The player bets on either The Player Hand or the Banker
Hand.
If you bet on a hand and it wins, you are awarded an even
money 1:1 payout.
If you bet on a tie and both hands tie, you are awarded an
8:1 payout.
Each hand consists of two cards and the one nearest to 9
wins.
Number 10 cards and suits count as 0. Ace equals 1. Cards
numbered 2 to 9 count as shown. The player adds the card
values. If they add up to more than 10, then ignore the
first digit. For example, if the cards add up to 13, then
the 1 would be ignored giving a score of 3. When cards add
up to exactly 9 it is known as a ‘natural’ and is an
automatic win. If cards add up to 8, they also win unless
another player has scored 9. In this case it is also known
as a natural.
If there is no natural, players draw another card to
determine the outcome.
There is a draw if the two hands are equal.
What is the Player Hand?
This is played first:
If the first 2 cards equal 1 to 5, the player takes one
card. If they equal 6 to 9 the player has to stand.
The Player Hand is only able to have 1 extra card and must
then stand whatever the value is at that time.
What is the Banker Hand?
The Banker’s hand proceeds according to the Player Hand’s
third card.
When the Player Hand does not take a 3rd card, the Banker
takes a card if his/her hand totals less than 5. If it is
more than 5, he/she stands.
When the Player Hand does not have the 3rd card, the Banker
adds his/her first two cards and continues according to the
rules.
Playing Baccarat can deem daunting at first, but be assured
that after a short trial it is easy to pick up. For
experience try free online casinos or new player casinos
that often offer bonuses or free trials.
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