🎴 Baccarat FAQ
What is the best bet in baccarat?
The Banker bet has the lowest house edge at 1.06%, making it the mathematically optimal bet. The Player bet has a 1.24% house edge. The Tie bet should be avoided entirely with a massive 14.36% house edge. Learn baccarat strategy →
How do baccarat third card rules work?
The Player draws a third card if their total is 0-5, stands on 6-7. The Banker's draw depends on the Player's third card. You don't need to memorize these — the dealer handles everything automatically. Full baccarat rules →
Can you count cards in baccarat?
No. Baccarat uses 6-8 decks, and the fixed draw rules make card counting ineffective. The game is designed to be pure chance with a fixed house edge. Learn optimal strategy →
What's the difference between standard and no commission baccarat?
Standard baccarat takes a 5% commission on Banker wins. No Commission baccarat removes the commission but pays Banker wins on 6 at 1:2 (half). Standard baccarat has a slightly lower house edge (1.06% vs 1.46%).
Is baccarat a game of skill or luck?
Baccarat is almost entirely luck. Unlike blackjack, there are no decisions to make that affect the outcome. The only "skill" is choosing the optimal bet (Banker). Baccarat strategy guide →
🎲 Craps FAQ
What is the best bet in craps?
The Free Odds bet has 0% house edge — the only bet in the casino with true odds. For primary bets, the Don't Pass (1.36%) and Pass Line (1.41%) are best. Always take maximum odds to reduce total house edge below 1%. Craps strategy guide →
What does "taking odds" mean in craps?
After a point is established, you can place additional money behind your Pass Line bet. This "odds" bet pays true odds (2:1 on 4/10, 3:2 on 5/9, 6:5 on 6/8) and has 0% house edge. Craps rules →
What's the difference between Pass Line and Don't Pass?
Pass Line bets win on 7 or 11 and lose on 2,3,12. Don't Pass bets win on 2,3 and lose on 7,11. Don't Pass has a slightly lower house edge (1.36% vs 1.41%) but you're betting against other players. Craps strategy →
What bets should I avoid in craps?
Avoid Any 7 (16.67% house edge), Any Craps (11.11%), Hardways (9-11%), and proposition bets in the center of the table. Stick to Pass Line/Don't Pass with odds. See all bad bets →
Is craps a beatable game?
With optimal play (Pass Line + maximum odds), you can reduce the house edge to under 1%, making it one of the best games in the casino. However, you cannot overcome the house edge completely in the long run. Optimal craps strategy →
🎯 Sic Bo FAQ
What is the best bet in Sic Bo?
The Small and Big bets have the lowest house edge at 2.78%. Small wins on totals 4-10 (no triple), Big wins on totals 11-17 (no triple). Avoid combination bets which have 7-18% house edges. Sic Bo guide →
What's the difference between Sic Bo and Craps?
Sic Bo uses three dice with simpler betting options (Small/Big, specific numbers). Craps uses two dice with more complex betting and player interaction. Craps has a lower house edge when playing optimally. Craps vs baccarat →
What are the odds of rolling a triple in Sic Bo?
The odds of rolling any triple are 1 in 36 (2.78%). The odds of rolling a specific triple (e.g., three 6s) are 1 in 216 (0.46%). Triple bets have high house edges (13-16%). Sic Bo guide →
🃏 Pai Gow Poker FAQ
How do you split hands in Pai Gow Poker?
Follow the "House Way": With one pair, put it in the low hand. With two pairs, split them (higher pair in high hand). With three pairs, keep the highest pair in low and play the other two in high. Your 5-card high hand must be stronger than your 2-card low hand. Pai Gow Poker guide →
What is the house edge in Pai Gow Poker?
The house edge is approximately 2.5-3% when playing against the house. If you volunteer to "bank" when offered, the edge drops to 1.5-2%. Players who bank frequently can achieve an edge below 1%. Pai Gow strategy →
What does the joker do in Pai Gow Poker?
The joker is semi-wild. It can be used as an ace OR to complete a straight, flush, or straight flush. It cannot be used as any other card. This makes the joker most valuable when you have 4 cards to a straight or flush. Pai Gow rules →
🎰 Caribbean Stud Poker FAQ
What is the optimal Caribbean Stud strategy?
Raise with any pair or better, Ace-King always, and Ace-Queen only when the dealer's card matches your suit for flush potential. Fold all other hands. This reduces the house edge to 5.2%. Caribbean Stud strategy →
Should I bet the progressive jackpot?
The progressive jackpot bet has a 25-30% house edge — mathematically terrible. Only play it if you're willing to treat it as a lottery ticket for the chance at a life-changing payout. Never bet it expecting to win long-term. Caribbean Stud guide →
What does "dealer qualifies" mean?
The dealer must have Ace-King or better to qualify. If the dealer doesn't qualify, you win your ante even if your hand is worse, and your raise bet pushes. This rule benefits players significantly. Caribbean Stud rules →
🃏 Three Card Poker FAQ
What is the Queen-6-4 rule?
The Queen-6-4 rule is the optimal strategy: Play (raise) with Queen-6-4 or higher, any pair or better. Fold with Queen-6-3 or lower. This reduces the house edge to 3.37%. Three Card Poker strategy →
What's the difference between Ante-Play and Pairs Plus?
Ante-Play is the main game against the dealer (3.37% house edge with optimal play). Pairs Plus is an optional side bet that pays for any pair or better regardless of dealer (7.28% house edge). Three Card Poker guide →
Do straights beat flushes in Three Card Poker?
Yes. In Three Card Poker, a straight beats a flush (opposite of 5-card poker). This is because the odds of getting a straight with 3 cards are lower than a flush. Hand rankings →
🃏 Let It Ride FAQ
When should you pull back bets in Let It Ride?
Pull back first bet unless you have a pair of 10s or better, or a strong draw (3 to Royal or Straight Flush). Pull back second bet unless you have a paying hand or 4 to a Royal, Straight Flush, Flush, or outside Straight. Let It Ride strategy →
What is the house edge in Let It Ride?
With optimal play, the house edge is approximately 3.5%. This assumes a standard paytable with 1,000:1 for Royal Flush. Inferior paytables increase the house edge. Let It Ride guide →
🎲 Kwikken FAQ
What is the best bet in Kwikken?
The Single Number bet has the lowest house edge at 2.8-3.7%. Your chosen number wins if it appears on at least one die. Stick to single numbers and avoid combination bets. Kwikken guide →
What's the difference between Kwikken and Sic Bo?
Kwikken has simpler betting options (mostly single numbers) and is fully automated. Sic Bo has dozens of betting options with more complex paytables. Kwikken is generally easier for beginners. Sic Bo guide →
⚖️ Comparison FAQ
Is baccarat or craps better for beginners?
Baccarat is better for beginners. The rules are simpler — just choose Banker or Player. Craps has dozens of betting options and a complex table layout, though you can start with just the Pass Line bet. Baccarat vs Craps →
Which game has the lowest house edge?
Craps with maximum odds can achieve a combined house edge below 1% (as low as 0.8%). Baccarat's Banker bet has a 1.06% house edge. Both are excellent options. House edge comparison →
Which game is more social?
Craps is much more social — the whole table cheers together when the shooter hits a point. Baccarat is quieter and more reserved. Choose based on your preferred atmosphere. Social atmosphere comparison →
Where can I play these games online?
All these games are available at US-friendly casinos like Bovada, Ignition, BetOnline, and Bitstarz. Each offers live dealer and RNG versions. Best casinos for other games →
