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Baccarat is one of the most famous casino card games in the world – played in the VIP sections of real casinos from Monte Carlo to London and Las Vegas, as well as by secret agents and supervillains in spy thrillers and action films. Now you can enjoy this legendary game, using real cards dealt by real dealers, from the comfort of your home thanks to Live Baccarat.

Live Baccarat delivers a world-class, Macau-like gaming experience you can enjoy at home. From the bean-shaped table, to cards dealt face down, it’s a true simulation of a real casino in the ultimate online playing environment. Check out this Live Baccarat demo.

Live baccarat games utilize a six-deck show, others utilize 8 decks much like traditional casinos. Tables can hold as many players as possible and a live chat box can be used to interact with other players. The game is fast paced so be sure to “Place Your Bet” quickly before the game begins and no more bets are taken.

As stated earlier, players make no hits and only control their bet. In baccarat and live baccarat, there are three types of bets available to make. We explain these below:

Player (This bet signifies your bet on the player’s hand to win)
Banker (This bet signifies your bet on the banker’s hand to win)
Tie (This bet signifies your bet on a tie) usually found on Punto Banco baccarat variations
In baccarat, cards provide a numerical value and the object of the game is to bet on who will be closest to 9. Face cards and 10s have a value of zero, cards less than 10 are counted as their face value, aces are valued as ones. Any cards above the value of 10 are subtracted by 10 to determine their baccarat value.

Live Baccarat - Basic Rules

Baccarat is a simple game to learn and play. Two-card hands are dealt to the player and the dealer – known in Baccarat as the Banker – with the object of the game being to score as close to 9 as possible. 10s and picture cards count as zero, aces as one, and other cards score according to their denominations.

Depending on the total scored on the first two cards, a third card may be drawn. Players can place bets on either the Player or the Banker to win, or on a tie. Player wins pay out at 1:1, even-money, with Banker wins paid at the same odds minus a 5% commission. Tie bets are paid at odds of 8:1. There are two additional side bets available from which a player can choose from – Player Pair or Banker Pair. If selected, each side bet pays 11:1.

For more details on how to play the game, please visit our Live Baccarat Rules page.

The theoretical return to player (RTP) for Live Baccarat is 98.94%.

The RTP for all side bets is as follows:

 

  • 89.64% – Banker Pair
  • 89.64% – Player Pair
  • 91.95% – Perfect Pair
  • 86.29% – Either Pair
  • 97.35% – Player Bonus
  • 90.63% – Banker Bonus

HOW TO PLAY LIVE BACCARAT

The great thing about Live Baccarat is that you don’t need to know the rules to play the game. As long as you understand the betting options, you can play and  possibly win real money. This is because once you make your bet, all moves are dictated by the cards. Unlike Blackjack, where you play against the house, in Live Baccarat you’re betting on which hand will win.

The three main bets:

  • Player’s Hand
  • Banker’s Hand
  • Tie

There are also several side bets, which can increase the action.

  • Player Pair
  • Banker Pair
  • Big
  • Small

You’ll have to place your bets before the dealer closes off betting and begins to deal the cards.

KEY LIVE BACCARAT STRATEGIES

With low house edges and close to 50% odds of winning when betting on the Player or Banker hands, there are several betting  strategies or systems that are often used in Live Baccarat,

  • The one-sided betting strategy: Pick one bet, either Player or Banker, and stick to it. Don’t change your wager, and you’ll be able to last for a while at the table without blowing through your chips. This is a low-risk/low reward strategy and is ideal if you want to play for a while but aren’t looking for a big win.
  • Martingale: To employ this strategy, you will need to double your wager after each loss. The downside to this strategy is that if you go on an extended losing streak, the doubled stakes will quickly add up. However, all it takes is one win to recoup your losses.
  • Fibonacci: Add up your previous two wagers after any loss to use this system. For example, if you start with a £1 wager and lose, your next bet will also be £1 (0+1). Your next bet will be £2 (1+1), then £3 (2+1), £5 (3+2), £8(5+3), £13 (8+5), and so on.
  • Labouchere: To use this system, you will have to write down a sequence of numbers, and each number represents the chip sizes that you’ll be betting. Then, add the first and last digit to come up with your bet. If you win, remove those numbers from your sequence and move on to the next two numbers. If you lose, the total bet is added to the end of the list. For example, take a sequence of 1,2,3,4,5,6. Your first bet is 1+6 for a £7 bet. If you win, the next bet will be 2+5 for another £7 bet. However, if you lose, your new sequence is 1 – 7. And your next bet will be £8. This continues until you finish off your sequence.
  • D’Alembert System: To use this strategy, you will have to increase your bet by one chip after each loss and decrease the bet by one chip after each win. It is very low-risk, but you shouldn’t expect big wins.

Regardless of what Baccarat betting strategy you use, if any, it’s always important to set a budget and stick to it.

WHY PLAY AGAINST A LIVE DEALER?

The Live Dealer is more than just a clever marketing gimmick. The game is played with an eight-deck shoe instead of the virtual cards used in the online casino version of the game. Since cards are shuffled once they reach the marker in the shoe, players can have a sense as to which cards have already been played and what cards remain.

Another benefit that you get when playing Live Dealer Baccarat is that you can see how much money is being wagered on each betting position. You can either go with the majority or try and be different. While you’re waiting for the game to begin, feel free to chat with the dealers. You can talk about anything on your mind, creating the most authentic casino experience, without having to get dressed up and go to the actual casino.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

There’s no need to get frustrated when things are not working out just right. Our goal is that all our Indian players have an excellent time while playing Live Baccarat or any other online casino game. We’ve set up several ways for players to get the help or answers they need quickly.

  • In-Game Help Menu: If you’re having trouble with a specific game, such as not understanding the rules, game flow, or odds, click on the menu button on the game board. This will open up a menu bar with all types of information you can read without leaving the game page.
  • Customer Support: If your issue or question is related to your account information, making deposits and withdrawals, or technical information, our dedicated Customer Support team is available for you 24/7 via Live Chat, telephone, or email.

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It’s time to do away with the notion that Live Baccarat is too confusing or just for high-rollers. It’s an incredibly easy game to play, with a very low house edge. Sign up, visit the bestybet.com IN Live Casino, and bet on the Banker, Player or Tie and see if you can win real money.