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Milos Markovic

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The Complete Guide to Roulette Bets

One of the questions we most often get asked about is – what can I bet on in roulette? Knowing the answer to this is a major requirement if you went to play roulette and win. And yet, a surprising amount of even long-time players haven’t fully grasped just how all roulette bets work. Others may need tips on what some of the less common types of roulette bets do. Below, you’ll find a full roulette bet list. It’s a complete overview that explains everything from basic inside a...

Luka Jestrovic

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Third Card Rules in Baccarat

Arguably the most complicated thing about punto banco is the so-called Baccarat third card rule. That’s the part that determines when to draw the third card while playing Baccarat. Don’t get us wrong – it’s nothing scary or overly technical. It’s just that the simplicity of this game is one of its main advantages, yet even experienced players are sometimes boggled by this mechanic. The third card rule in Baccarat has several steps used to determine whether the Player or Banker hand en...

Janko Glavonjic

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Understand the Roulette Wheel Numbers: Complete Guide to Sequences & Layouts

Most people look at a roulette wheel and think the numbers are thrown on there at random. Red, black, high, low, odd, even, zero. But the roulette wheel number order is anything but random. Every position is deliberate, and every sequence exists for a reason. Once you know what to look for, the wheel starts to make sense. In this guide, we will walk through how roulette wheel numbers are arranged, how many numbers are on a roulette wheel, and why European and American wheels differ. In the en...

Luka Jestrovic

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What are Perfect Pairs in Blackjack?

Perfect Pairs is an optional side bet in blackjack that wins if the first two cards you draw are of the same rank. The bet pays more if the two cards are also of the same color or suit. Perfect Pairs are typically marked by ‘PP’ on blackjack tables and games. What does PP Mean in Blackjack? PP = Perfect Pairs (a side bet)...

Luka Jestrovic

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What Does “Monkey” in Blackjack Mean?

The term ‘Monkey’ in blackjack is slang for any card with a value of ten: 10, Jack, Queen, or King. It’s believed to originate in Asian casinos, where it’s used to signify good luck. Since 10-value cards are widely considered to be ‘good’ cards for most blackjack hands, players tend to either hope for a ‘Monkey’ or use the term to express excitement for drawing a strong hand. Although it’s not a particularly common term in online casinos, its use is becoming more common ...

Milos Markovic

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What Does a Casino Pit Boss Really Do?

A pit boss is the gaming manager. He or she will spend most of their time walking the casino floor. Their objective is to make sure that games are being played following rules. What's more, the goal is to ensure that dealers are presenting the game properly. As a pit boss, one will oversee all dealers, servers, cashiers and other employees that are working on the floor. They will also have the responsibility of training new hires as well as monitoring the performance of all current employe...

Andjelka Ostojic

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What Does Bust Mean in Blackjack?

In blackjack, a bust occurs when your hand's total value exceeds 21. It's a dreaded outcome that results in an immediate loss, regardless of what the dealer does. On the flip side, if the dealer goes over 21, the player's hand wins instantly – provided it didn’t go over 21 beforehand. While busting seems like a simple enough concept, understanding bust probabilities and how to manage them is essential for making informed decisions and improving your chances of winning. This guide wi...

Luka Jestrovic

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What Is a Burn Card in Poker? Rule, Purpose & Pro Tips

Picture this: you’re playing Texas Hold’em at a casino poker room, and the round comes to that critical moment when the dealer starts placing down community cards. However, before dealing out the Flop, they remove a single card from the top of the deck and immediately discard it. They repeat the process before every other community card deal, too. This is what’s called a ‘burn’ card – a card that’s instantly removed from the game without being revealed to the players. But why...

Luka Jestrovic

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What is Blackjack With TriLux?

TriLux Blackjack is a variant of blackjack that allows players to place the TriLux side bet. This special wager wins if the player’s initial two cards and the dealer’s upcard form a three-card poker hand such as Straight, Flush, or Three of a Kind. It’s almost identical to the more popular 21+3 side bet, but it typically pays a flat payout for any poker hand. Importantly, different casinos and game tables offer different paytables for TriLux bets that sometimes make this wager identical...

Luka Jestrovic

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When to Double Down in Blackjack

Unlike most other casino games, blackjack allows for a great deal of strategy. The decisions you make as a player can impact the outcome of every round, which also impacts your winnings. Knowing what to do, when to do it, and why it’s the right move is fundamental for any aspiring blackjack player. Doubling Down in blackjack allows you to double the stake in the middle of a round. In exchange, you’re forced to only draw one additional card, after which your hand stands. The op...