Table games: roulette, blackjack, baccarat and poker

Table games are the software versions of classic casino games. There is no dealer on camera; a random number generator shuffles the cards or decides where the ball lands, and you play at your own pace. That makes them quieter than live tables and often cheaper per round, since minimum stakes can be lower. This page explains the main games, the rules that affect the house edge and what to read before playing. Which titles an operator offers changes over time, so check the lobby itself.

Roulette

In roulette you bet on where the ball will land: a single number, a colour, odd or even, or a group of numbers. European roulette has one zero, while American roulette adds a double zero, which roughly doubles the house edge. Some variants use special rules that return part of an even-money bet when zero comes up, which lowers the edge slightly. No betting system changes the odds of the next spin, because each spin is independent of the last.

Blackjack

Blackjack is the table game where your decisions have the most effect. You decide whether to hit, stand, double or split, and playing according to basic strategy keeps the house edge low. The rules matter as well: a blackjack that pays 3:2 is better for the player than one paying 6:5, and the number of decks and whether the dealer hits a soft 17 also play a role. The rules screen of each game lists these details, and it is worth reading before the first hand.

Baccarat

Baccarat asks you to bet on whether the banker's or the player's hand will finish closer to nine, or on a tie. You make no decisions after the bet. The banker bet usually carries a commission on wins, and the tie bet pays well but has a high house edge. Many players stick to the banker and player bets for that reason.

Casino poker variants

Casino poker games such as three-card or Caribbean-style poker are played against the house, not against other players. You place an ante, see your cards and decide whether to continue. Paytables vary between versions, and optional bonus bets usually have a higher house edge than the main bet. Read the paytable to know which hands qualify and what they pay.

What to read before you play

• The RTP or house edge shown in the game's information screen.
• The specific rule variations, such as the number of zeros or the blackjack payout.
• The minimum and maximum stakes.
• How side bets work and what they pay.

Pace and limits

Because software tables wait for you, it is easy to play very quickly, and many rounds an hour add up even at low stakes. Choose a comfortable pace, set a loss limit and a time limit in your account and stop when you reach them. Our responsible gambling page lists free, confidential support. For dealer-run versions of these games, read our live casino guide, or return to the games overview.