Baccarat is a game of pure chance, but it can be exciting and lucrative when played correctly. This game is commonly portrayed in movies like James Bond, and it can be intimidating for new players because of its elegance and formality. Nevertheless, baccarat is one of the easiest casino games to play and maintains a low house edge. This makes it an excellent choice for new players looking to get started.

In a standard baccarat round, each participant places a wager on either the player hand, the banker hand, or a tie between the two. The game begins when the dealer deals four cards to each participant, face down. The first card is dealt to the player, followed by a second for the banker. The player and the banker both try to have a hand that is closest to nine points. The winner is determined by whichever hand has the higher total value.

After the players and the banker have each received their two cards, they are compared and the winner is declared. A third card may be drawn if neither hand has a total of 8 or 9 after the first two cards have been dealt. If a third card is drawn, the hands are re-compared and the winning hand is awarded.

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