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.

Blackjack: The King of Low Edge

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

Finding Value Beyond the Blackjack Table

If you do not want to memorize complex strategy charts, Baccarat is the absolute best alternative available.

Some rare Video Poker machines even offer a return over 100% if played absolutely perfectly, though these are extremely hard to find.

By ignoring the flashy, high-edge slots and focusing on these core games, you become a much sharper gambler.