Card games have always been a popular choice for those looking to gamble in the casino. With a wide variety of games to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. In this article, we will go over the rules of some of the most popular card games in the casino.
Blackjack
One of the most well-known and popular card games in the casino is blackjack. The goal of the game is to beat the dealer by having a hand that is worth more points than theirs, without going over 21. Each player is dealt two cards and can choose to hit (take another card) or stand (keep their current hand). Aces can be worth either one or 11 points, face cards are worth 10 points, and all other cards are worth their face value.
Poker
Poker is another popular card game in the casino that has many variations. The basic rules involve each player being dealt a certain number of cards and betting on who has the best hand. In Texas Hold'em, for example, players are dealt two cards and then share five community cards that are placed face-up on the table. Players can use any combination of their own cards and the community cards to make their best hand. The player with the best hand wins the pot.
Baccarat
Baccarat is a card game that is often associated with high rollers. The goal of the game is to bet on whether the player's or banker's hand will be closer to a total of nine. Each hand is dealt two cards, and if the total of those cards is more than nine, the first digit is dropped. For example, a hand with a nine and a seven would have a total of six. Players can also bet on a tie.
Three Card Poker
Three Card Poker is a fast-paced game that is a combination of poker and blackjack. Players are dealt three cards and must make the best possible hand. The dealer also has three cards and must qualify with a queen high or better. If the dealer doesn't qualify, the player wins even money on their ante bet and their play bet pushes. If the dealer does qualify, the player's hand is compared to the dealer's hand and the best hand wins.
Craps
While not strictly a card game, craps is a popular dice game that is often played in the casino. Players bet on the outcome of rolls of the dice. The player rolling the dice is known as the shooter. The first roll of the dice is called the come-out roll. If the shooter rolls a 7 or 11, they win. If they roll a 2, 3, or 12, they lose. Any other number becomes the point, and the shooter must roll that number again before rolling a 7 in order to win.
Roulette
Another popular casino game that isn't strictly a card game is roulette. Players bet on where a ball will land on a spinning wheel. The wheel is divided into numbered slots, with half of them being red and half black. There is also a green slot for the number 0 (and sometimes a green slot for 00). Players can bet on individual numbers, groups of numbers, or whether the number will be odd or even, or red or black.
Conclusion
These are just a few of the many card games that are popular in the casino. While each game has its own unique rules, they all offer the chance to win big and have fun. Whether you prefer the strategy of poker or the excitement of craps, there is sure to be a game that suits your style.
