{"id":644,"date":"2020-02-20T08:09:57","date_gmt":"2020-02-20T08:09:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skycitycasino.com\/blog\/?p=644"},"modified":"2021-08-11T21:27:06","modified_gmt":"2021-08-11T09:27:06","slug":"how-to-play-baccarat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skycitycasino.com\/blog\/baccarat\/how-to-play-baccarat\/","title":{"rendered":"How to play Baccarat"},"content":{"rendered":"

So, you understand how the rules of Baccarat, now what? Despite not being one of the most complex <\/span>live casino games<\/span><\/a>, the transfer of control from player to dealer can be a little disconcerting. Understanding what\u2019s happening, why and to what extent you can control the outcome will likely give you the last few ounces of confidence you require to pull up a seat. So sit tight and let\u2019s take a closer look at the actual gameplay.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to participate in Baccarat<\/b><\/h3>\n

Regardless of how many people are playing, only two hands are dealt for each round. One is called the <\/span>Banker\u2019s hand<\/b>, the other is the <\/span>Player hand<\/b>. You can bet on either hand. Keep in mind that despite the names given to each hand, don\u2019t think of the Banker\u2019s hand as belonging to the house or the Player hand belonging to the player. These are just titles and not indicators of ownership.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Full-scale Baccarat vs Mini-Baccarat<\/b><\/h3>\n

There are two types of Baccarat tables. <\/span>Full-scale Baccarat <\/b>consists of a larger table that can accommodate up to 14 players and three dealer positions. Generally, \u2018big baccarat\u2019 will allow for the highest bet limits on the casino floor. It\u2019s the original style of play that\u2019s largely responsible for giving Baccarat its high-roller image.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mini-Baccarat<\/b> is half the size, with 7 player positions and just one dealer. This style only began to appear in land-based casinos in the 1980s as a way to encourage more casual or recreational players to try the game.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Another important distinction is that in <\/span>Full-scale Baccarat<\/b>, there\u2019s an element of player participation. This plays out like something of a ceremony, showing respect to the player at the table placing the largest bets. The players who bet the highest on the Player and Banker\u2019s hands will be allowed to turn over the respective cards. They will be offered the shoe and be allowed to look at the hand they have chosen before everyone else.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In <\/span>Mini-Baccarat<\/b>, which is the most common variety found a regular and in an <\/span>Online Casino<\/span><\/a>, the game runs without the ceremony and fanfare. The dealer plays out both hands, with no input from the players whatsoever. The result is a quicker game that\u2019s preferred by the majority of players today.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for more information on hand values and how the different values are played out, check out our article on the <\/span>rules of Baccara<\/span><\/a>t.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is the best bet in the game of Baccarat?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Most players will tell you to always bet on the Banker. It\u2019s considered the best bet in the game due to the casino\u2019s reduced house edge. However, the house will also take a 5% commission on all Banker bets, so this is something to weigh out. We discuss the house edge in more detail here.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Etiquette in Baccarat\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

As a game steeped in the glamour of casino glory days, there\u2019s a certain <\/span>code of etiquette<\/b> that most players follow. Of course, this only applies if you\u2019re playing at a land-based casino. Playing Baccarat online has removed much of the ceremony that traditionally comes along with the game.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, if you\u2019re about to make your brick and mortar Baccarat debut, here are some things you should keep in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n