Introduction to Baccarat Live Casino Game

A game of baccarat can accommodate multiple players, but it essentially revolves around one player and the dealer. Each participant, including the player and dealer, receives a hand consisting of two cards. The primary objective in baccarat is to have a hand with a total value closest to nine.

To win real money in online baccarat, you must place your bet on one of three possible outcomes: the player winning, the dealer winning, or a tie. The dealer assumes most responsibilities in the game, allowing players to concentrate on developing their baccarat strategy.

The following steps outline how to play baccarat, whether in a brick-and-mortar casino or an online platform:

1. Bet Placement: The dealer calls for all bets to be placed on the baccarat table. Participants wager on whether the dealer or player will have the hand closest to nine, or if a tie will occur. Once chips are in place, they should remain undisturbed.

2. Card Dealing: Following the betting phase, the cards are dealt. Both the dealer and player receive a hand comprising two cards, known as a coup.

3. Player’s Bet: After the initial deal, the player places a bet on whether their hand or the dealer’s will be closer to nine, or if a tie will ensue.

4. Revealing Hands: If either hand totals eight or nine, it is deemed a ‘natural’ and declared the winner.

5. Potential Third Card: If neither hand totals eight or nine, the player and banker may draw a third card based on certain conditions.

6. Player’s Third Card: If the player’s initial hand totals less than six, they have the option to draw a third card. However, if their hand totals six or seven, drawing another card is prohibited.

7. Dealer’s Third Card: When the player must stand, the dealer may potentially draw a third card. The dealer’s actions depend on the value of the card drawn.

   • If the player drew a two or three, the dealer draws with 0–4 and stands with 5–7.
   • If the player drew a four or five, the dealer draws with 0–5 and stands with 6–7.
   • If the player drew a six or seven, the dealer draws with 0–6 and stands with 7.
   • If the player drew an eight, the dealer draws with 0–2 and stands with 3–7.
   • If the player drew an ace, 9, 10, or a face card, the dealer draws with 0–3 and stands with 4–7.

8. Announcing the Winner: The dealer declares the winner and distributes the winnings. Bets on the banker or player winning pay out at 1:1, but banker bets include a 5% commission. Tie bets yield an 8:1 payout.

Understanding the third card rules can be challenging for new players. Refer to the table below for guidance: