If you wander through the table games section of any major casino, you will eventually discover the slow, methodical game of Pai Gow Poker.

It is universally beloved by older gamblers and those who want to stretch their bankroll for hours while enjoying free casino drinks.

How to Set Your Hands in Pai Gow

After placing a bet, every player at the table, along with the dealer, receives exactly seven cards face down.

If you place a pair of Aces in your two-card hand, but only have King-high in your five-card hand, you automatically forfeit the round.

• You must win both the High and Low hands against the dealer to win your bet
• If you win one hand and lose the other, the entire round is a "push" (tie)
• If you lose both hands to the dealer, the casino takes your entire wager

The Strategy of Setting the "House Way"

Because players must arrange their own cards, Pai Gow Poker introduces an element of strategic skill not found in baccarat or roulette.

Playing the House Way is mathematically sound and ensures you never make a terrible, highly unprofitable mistake when splitting a difficult hand.

The Most Relaxing Game in the Casino

Furthermore, because approximately 40% of all hands end in a push, your bankroll barely fluctuates over a long session.

If you want to experience the thrill of a table game without the intense stress of rapid bankroll swings, Pai Gow is the perfect choice.

By utilizing the Joker effectively and understanding when to split two pairs, you can enjoy this fascinating game for hours on end.