To maximize your chances of winning, you must absolutely avoid games that carry a massive casino advantage.
The ‘house edge’ dictates exactly how much money the casino expects to keep from every wager over the long term.
Mastering Blackjack for Optimal Odds
No other game allows the player to reduce the casino’s advantage as dramatically as standard 21.
However, this incredibly low edge assumes that you are following a mathematically perfect ‘Basic Strategy’ chart.
- Rules like ‘Dealer stands on soft 17’ lower the house edge further in your favor
- If surrender is allowed, use it mathematically to save half your bet on terrible hands
- Print out a basic strategy card and keep it on the table; casinos legally allow you to use them
Baccarat and Video Poker
If you do not want to memorize complex strategy charts, Baccarat is the absolute best alternative available.
Alternatively, certain variations of Video Poker (like 9/6 Jacks or Better) offer an edge of less than 0.5%.
| Game Option | Average Edge | Player Action Required |
|---|---|---|
| Craps (Pass Line) | 1.41% | Very Low |
| Video Poker (Jacks or Better) | ~0.46% | Extremely High |
The casino relies on players being ignorant of the math; don’t be one of those players.