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The Complete Guide to Playing Baccarat at Royal138

If there's one game that's truly synonymous with luxury casinos and the VIP experience, it's baccarat. From Macau to Las Vegas, baccarat is the game of choice for those who appreciate elegance and simplicity. And now, Royal138 brings it straight to your phone and laptop screen, with all the perks of a VIP table – no need to leave home.

Baccarat is actually far simpler than most people think. Unlike poker, which requires reading opponents, or blackjack, which demands complex card strategy, baccarat has only three possible outcomes – Banker wins, Player wins, or Tie. All you need to do is pick a side and let the cards decide.

How Baccarat Is Played – The Basics You Need to Know

In baccarat, the goal is to predict which side – Banker or Player – will get a hand total closest to 9. Each round starts with both sides receiving two cards each. Card values are counted as follows:

• Cards 2–9: face value
• 10, J, Q, K: worth 0
• Ace (A): worth 1
• If the total exceeds 9, only the last digit counts (e.g. 15 = 5)

If either side draws a total of 8 or 9 from the first two cards, it is called a "Natural" and no third card is dealt. Otherwise, a fixed set of rules (which cannot be changed by the player) determines whether a third card is drawn for the Player, the Banker, or both.

Why Is Banker the Best Bet?

Statistics don't lie – the Banker bet in baccarat carries the lowest house edge at just 1.06%. That means for every RM100 you wager on Banker over the long run, you're expected to lose only RM1.06. Compare that to the Tie bet's house edge of 14.36%, and the difference is enormous.

Many new players at Royal138 wondering why there is a 5% commission on Banker wins if Banker is the best bet. The answer is simple – without that commission, Banker would actually have an edge over Player (not a house edge). The 5% commission is the casino's way of balancing the odds and keeping the game profitable in the long run. Even with the commission, Banker remains the best bet in baccarat.

Royal138 VIP Baccarat Tables – A Different Class of Experience

For players seeking a more exclusive baccarat experience, Royal138 offers VIP Baccarat tables with betting limits of up to RM50,000 per round. These VIP tables feature more experienced dealers, a premium studio design, and a more personalised level of service.

What sets Royal138 VIP tables apart is the enhanced Tie payout of 9:1 (compared to 8:1 at standard tables). While we still advise against betting on Tie regularly, the 9:1 payout at least gives you better value if you do want to give it a go.

Super Six Baccarat – The Commission-Free Variation

One of the most popular variations at Royal138 is Super Six Baccarat. In this variation, no commission is charged on Banker wins – EXCEPT when Banker wins with a card total of 6, in which case the payout is reduced to 0.5:1. In return, a Super Six side bet is available, paying 12:1 if Banker wins with exactly a value of 6.

For players who prefer not to deal with commission, Super Six Baccarat is a compelling option. The overall house edge is slightly higher than standard Baccarat Classic, but the smoother gameplay – no commission calculation after every win – makes it a firm favourite among active Royal138 players.

Bankroll Management for Longer Baccarat Sessions

One reason baccarat is ideal for longer sessions is the combination of a low house edge and fast-paced rounds. With the right flat betting strategy at Royal138, you can extend your playing session with a limited bankroll.

• Set a session bankroll (e.g. RM500) and stick to it
• Keep each round's bet to no more than 2–5% of your session bankroll (RM10–25 for a RM500 bankroll)
• Set a win target – when you're up RM150–200, consider calling it a session
• Don't chase losses – if your bankroll drops by 50%, take a break and try another session
• Take advantage of Royal138 bonuses to boost your initial bankroll