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Game Rules
Blackjack
Originating in France, Blackjack has evolved into one of the most popular casino games in the world, because a skillful player can challenge the house very effectively. The main objective is to obtain a card total as close to 21 as possible without exceeding it, while still beating the dealer's hand. Our Blackjack game is dealt from 8 decks. All cards numbered 2 through 10 are counted at face value. The Jack, Queen and King are valued at 10, an ace is worth either 1 or 11, whichever favors your hand. The Ace can change value from 11 to 1, if necessary, to prevent exceeding a total of 21. A Blackjack hand consists of an Ace and a card valued at 10 (10, J, Q, K). A two-card Blackjack always beats three or more cards totaling 21.
Before receiving any cards, you must place a wager. You are then dealt two cards face-up. The dealer is also dealt two cards, one face up and the other face down. The dealer's 'hole' card remains face down until your hand is completed. At this point, the dealer turns over the 'hole' card. If the hand totals 17 through 21 he must stand. If the hand is 16 or under, the dealer must continue to take cards until either the hand is over 16 or 'bust' (totaling over 21). If the dealer's hand totals 16 including an Ace valued at one (a 'soft' hand) the dealer must take another card.
You have many different betting and playing options:
| Hit |
You receive another card. For example, if your 2 cards equal 10 you have nothing to lose by requesting another card, since your total could not exceed 21. |
| Stand |
This means that you are satisfied with the hand and do not want to be dealt another card. |
| Double Down |
After you have received your first two cards, you have the option to double the initial wager. Once you have chosen to do this, click the 'Double' button and you will be dealt a third card and no more. Your hand will only consist of 3 cards. |
| Splitting |
If you are dealt two cards of identical value you can then split them (i.e. 8,8 or 10,Q). You would now be playing two separate hands of one card each. You will now be dealt a second card to each of your hands. After your 1st hand is played out, the second hand will be played out. You may double down on one or both of the new hands. You may only split your hand once and a new wager equal to the initial wager will be placed for each split hand. When Aces are split, only one card will be dealt per Ace. A split hand resulting in Blackjack pays out at a ratio of 1:1 rather than the normal 3:2, and will lose to a dealer's Blackjack. |
| Insurance |
If the dealer's first card is an Ace, there is a possibility of a Blackjack. If you believe the dealer has Blackjack you can buy insurance to protect yourself. If you choose to insure yourself, you have to pay an amount equal to half your wager. If the dealer gets Blackjack, the insurance will pay 2:1, which corresponds to your original stake. If you have insured yourself and the dealer does not obtain Blackjack then you lose your insurance but retain your original wager. Insurance is considered a game of its own within Blackjack, and gives you a chance to protect yourself from the dealer's Blackjack. |
| Payoffs |
If your hand exceeds 21 or 'busts', then the dealer wins the hand without turning over the 'hole' card. All hands that total less than the dealer's hand lose. Hands that are equal in value are considered a tie, or a 'push', and your original wager is returned. If you obtain Blackjack the payout will be at a 3:2 ratio rather than at 1:1. |
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Craps
To many people, Craps is their favorite casino game. It is fast, exciting and wild. It appears to be complicated at first but in actuality is very simple. On the first roll (the come out role), the shooter is trying to establish a point with one of the following numbers: 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 ,10. If the shooter rolls a 7 or 11 the wager is paid off at even money. If the shooter rolls a 2, 3, or 12 then the wager is lost. If the shooter rolls a point number, then it progresses to the next stage where the shooter has to roll the same number again before it hits 7.
To place a chip on the table, move the mouse pointer to that part of the table where you want to put the chip and press the left mouse button. This will put a chip on the table at your chosen position. There are several types of bets which can be placed on the craps table:
| The Pass Bet |
This is a bet that the shooter will throw a 7 or 11 on the come out roll or, alternatively, that the shooter will make the point. |
| The Don't Pass Bet |
This is the opposite of the Pass Bet. This bet is placed against the shooter and wins if craps (2,3 or 12) is thrown on the come out roll or if the shooter fails to make the point. If a 12 is thrown, the bet ties. |
| The Come Bet |
This bet is similar to the Pass Bet but need not be made on the come out roll. (It is really available to allow players just joining the table to take part in the action immediately, instead of having to wait for the shooter to make or miss the point) |
| The Don't Come Bet |
Again, this bet is similar to the Don't Pass Bet, but need not be made on the come out roll. |
| Odds Bet |
This is an additional bet made on a Pass, Don't Pass, Come or Don't Come bet that has already been placed. Odds bets can only be made once the point has been established. The advantage of an odds bet is that it is paid out at the correct odds. |
| Win Bet |
This bet can be made on the following numbers: 4,5,6,8,9,10. It is a bet that the relevant number will be thrown BEFORE a 7. |
| Lose Bet |
This bet can be made on the following numbers: 4,5,6,8,9,10. It is a bet that a seven will be thrown BEFORE the relevant number. |
| Field Bet |
This is a bet on the outcome of the next throw. It pays even money if a 3,4,9,10 or 11 is thrown and 2:1 if a 2 or 12 is thrown. |
| Hardways Bet |
This bet can be made on 4,6,8 or 10. It is a bet that the relevant number will be thrown in its double form BEFORE a 7 AND before that number is thrown in any other combination. |
| Any Seven |
It pays 5 for 1 (4 to 1) if a 7 is made in the next throw. |
| Any Craps |
It pays 8 for 1 (4 to 1) if a 2, 3 or 12 is made in the next throw. |
| Craps Two |
It pays 30 to 1 if a 2 is made in the next throw. |
| Craps Twelve |
It pays 30 to 1 if a 12 is made in the next throw. |
| Craps Three |
It pays 15 to 1 if a 3 is made in the next throw. |
| Eleven |
It pays 15 to 1 if an 11 is made in the next throw. |
| Horn |
This is a single roll bet on any craps (2, 3 or 12) and 11. Odds are paid out accordingly. |
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Roulette
Roulette consists of a wheel with 38 numbers: 1-36, 0, and 00. After all the bets have been placed, the wheel is spun and a ball is placed on the outer edge of the wheel. The ball will then drop into one of the numbered pockets once the wheel slows down. The numbers on the wheel alternate pairs of odd numbers with pairs of even numbers and alternate between black and red. The two zeros are green in color and are placed at opposite ends of the wheel. The object of the game is to determine which number or color the ball will ultimately land on.
The table layout is arranged so that the 36 numbers are arranged in 3 columns of 12 numbers each. The numbers are in sequence, and can be either red or black, depending on the number. There are two types of roulette bets: inside bets and outside bets. There are 6 inside bets: straight bet, split bet, street bet, corner bet, five number bet, and a line bet. There are three basic outside bets: even-money, column, and dozen bets. You can place as many different types of bets as you want. There are no limits to the number of wagers placed on each spin, as long as the total dollar amount does not exceed $100.
There is a winning number display at the top right of your screen which shows you the most recent winning numbers. The common perception is that if a number has not been shown as winning in a long time, it could be time to put a stake on that number!
| Straight Bet |
35:1
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You can bet on one number by placing a chip in the center of the number you want to place your bet on (1-36, 0, 00). If that number wins, you are paid 35:1. |
| Split Bet or Two Number Bet |
17:1
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You can place your chip on the line between two separate numbers. If the ball lands on either of these numbers you win. The payout is 17:1. |
| Street Bet or Three Number Bet |
11:1
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This allows you to cover three numbers in a row with one bet. To make this bet, place your chip in the outside line of the row you want to bet on. If one of these three numbers comes up, you win. The payout is 11:1. |
| Corner Bet |
8:1
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Place your chip in the center of four numbers and if one of these numbers comes up you win. Pays at 8:1. |
| Five Bet |
6:1
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The only five number bet you can make is on the numbers 0, 00, 1, 2 and 3. Place your chip on the outside line that divides the 0 and 1. If any of these 5 numbers comes up, you will be paid 6:1. |
| Six Line Bet |
5:1
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Allows you to bet on two rows of three numbers. Place your chip in between the outside line of the last numbers of the two rows. If any of the 6 numbers come up, you will be paid 5:1. |
| Outside Bet: Any Red or Black Bet |
1:1
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Bet on either red or black. Place your chip on either the red spot or the black spot. Pays 1:1. |
| Outside Bet: Any Low Number or High Number Bet |
1:1
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Bet on whether the next number will be 1 through 18 or 19 through 36. Place your chip on either the 1 to 18 spot or on the 19 to 36 spot. You lose if either the 0 or the 00 come up. Pays 1:1. |
| Outside Bet: Any Even or Odd Bet |
1:1
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Bet on whether the number will come up as even or odd. Place your chip on the even spot or the odd spot. You lose if either the 0 or the 00 come up. Pays 1:1. |
| Dozen Bet (1st 12, 2nd 12, 3rd 12) |
2:1
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These bets divide the roulette table into the numbers 1-12, 13-24, and 25-36. Place your chip on one of three spots: 1st 12, 2nd 12, or the 3rd 12. This bet pays 2:1. |
| Column Bets |
2:1
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A column bet is a bet on any one of the three long columns of numbers. To make the column bet, place your chip on any one of the column betting spots. This bet pays 2:1. |
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Pai Gow Poker
Pai Gow Poker has its roots in the ancient Chinese game, Pai Gow. However, it has merged with American Poker to evolve into the modern game of Pai Gow Poker. Pai Gow Poker is a simple game but it offers many strategic options. This gives you the option to play conservatively and maximize your playing time for little money, or go for the quick win.
Pai Gow Poker is played with a 53-card deck consisting of a standard 52-card deck with 1 wild card. The object of the game is to split your hand into a five-card hand and a two card hand with both hands beating the dealer's two hands to win.
The wild card is not a true wild card and there are specific rules for the use of the wild card. The wild card can only be used as an ace or as the fifth card in a straight or a flush.
After you receive your seven cards you must split them into two hands, a five-card hand and a two-card hand. The five-card hand must always rank higher than the two-card hand. To split your hand, move the mouse pointer over the cards you want to make your two-card hand. Click on the two cards one at a time and they will split out of the deck. Notice that once you have chosen an eligible two-card hand (not better than your five-card hand) the split button becomes available. If you are happy with your choice, click on this split button and you will have your two playing hands. If you are not satisfied with your choices, click on the card or cards which you want to change and they will go back into your seven-card hand. Now choose the new cards you wish to play with. You may do this until you press the split button at which point your hands are locked-in. The dealer will then split his hand and the game will play itself out.
Each five-card hand is ranked according to the standard poker hand hierarchy. Remember that because of the wild card, you have the potential to have five aces, which beats a royal flush. Your two-card hand can either be a pair or no pair, therefore, your highest possible two-card hand would be a pair of aces. The wild card can function in several ways. It can act as an ace in any hand or the fifth card in a straight, a flush, a straight flush, or a royal flush.
• Payoffs - You must win both hands outright to receive a payout. The house wins if both of the dealer's hands are winners, or if one hand wins and the other hand is a draw. Any other combination results in a push. This will lead to many draws, so there will be a 5% commission on all player wins, which will be deducted from your payout. Apart from the commission, all winning wagers are paid out at even money (1:1).
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Baccarat
Choose which hand you want to play, the Player's hand (pays 1:1), the Banker's hand (pays 1:1 less a 5% house commission), or a tie (pays 9:1). The Player and the Banker then receive 2 cards each. The object of the game is to attain a total as close to 9 as possible. Aces are worth 1. Face cards and tens are worth 0. The remaining cards are worth their face value. If the total of the hand exceeds nine, the value of the right digit is taken. For example, a 9 and a 6 (15) would equate to 5.
The rest of each round is dictated by the following rules:
- If either the Player's or the Banker's hand totals 8 or 9, neither player receives a third card and the hand closest to nine wins.
- The Player's hand will always hit on a total of 5 or less and will stand on 6 or higher.
- If the Player stands, the Banker will also hit on a total of 5 or less and will stand on a total of 6 or more.
- If the Player takes a third card, the Banker proceeds based on the following table. The Banker's response is based on the Player's third card.
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
| 7 |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
| 6 |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
H |
H |
S |
S |
| 5 |
S |
S |
S |
S |
H |
H |
H |
S |
S |
| 4 |
S |
S |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
S |
S |
| 3 |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
S |
H |
| 2 |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
| 1 |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
| 0 |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
= Player's Third Card
= Banker's Score
S= Stand
H= Hit
If the hand ends up tied, the tie bet pays 9:1 and all other bets are pushed back.
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Slot Machines
Slot games consist of inserting coins into the machine and then pulling the lever to set the reels in motion. The object is to line up specific patterns to win money. You can choose coins of the following denominations: $.25, $.50, $1.00, $2.00, or $5.00. You can bet up to three coins on each spin. You may hit the 'Bet Max' button to play for the maximum amount of coins and the reels will automatically begin to spin. If you prefer, you may deposit one coin at a time and then pull the lever to start the reels spinning. Payouts are displayed on the machine. Winning combinations are displayed in the center of the reels as marked by the pay line.
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Jacks or Better
Jacks or Better Video Poker is extremely popular because it is easy and quick to play but still contains an element of strategy. To begin, you choose what denomination of coins you wish to use, ranging from 25 cents to $5. You then deposit coins into the machine and bet up to five coins on the hand. Once the cards are dealt, you may select which cards to keep or 'hold', and the remaining cards are replaced in the second deal. After the second deal, you are paid out based on the rank of the resulting poker hand.
Jacks or Better Video Poker is the classic version, using no wild cards and only one deck of cards. The minimum payout hand is a pair of Jacks, hence the name! This game most accurately represents the odds of poker, and gives high payouts for good hands.
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Tens or Better
Tens or Better Video Poker is extremely popular because it is easy and quick to play but still contains an element of strategy. To begin, you choose what denomination of coins you wish to use, ranging from 25 cents to $5. You then deposit coins into the machine and bet up to five coins on the hand. Once the cards are dealt, you may select which cards to keep or 'hold', and the remaining cards are replaced in the second deal. After the second deal, you are paid out based on the rank of the resulting poker hand.
Tens or Better is much like Jacks or Better except that just a pair of tens is needed to win. This higher chance of winning isn't really offset by the slightly lower payouts on Flushes & Full Houses than Jacks or Better because of the higher payouts on Four of a Kinds & Straight Flushes.
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Deuces Wild
Deuces Wild Video Poker is extremely popular because it is easy to play yet contains an element of strategy. The player first chooses what denomination of coins they wish to use, ranging from 25 cents to $5. The player then deposits coins into the machine and then bets up to five coins on the hand. Once the cards are dealt, the player selects which cards to keep or 'hold', and the remaining cards are replaced in the second deal. After the second deal, the player is paid out based on the rank of the resulting poker hand.
Deuces Wild is great fun because all twos are wild. This means that they can be used as any card, giving the player a much greater chance of achieving high hands, including 5 of a kind! To compensate for this advantage, three of a kind is the minimum hand to win. The player is paid out according to the rank of the poker hand, as shown on the machine.
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Joker Poker
Joker Poker is extremely popular because it is easy and quick to play but still contains an element of strategy. To begin, you choose what denomination of coins you wish to use, ranging from 25 cents to $5. You then deposit coins into the machine and bet up to five coins on the hand. Once the cards are dealt, you may select which cards to keep or 'hold', and the remaining cards are replaced in the second deal. After the second deal, you are paid out based on the rank of the resulting poker hand.
Joker Poker uses a 53-card deck which includes one wild-card joker. The joker can be used as any card to improve the player's hand. The minimum payout hand is a pair of kings.
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