The History of Baccarat
Baccarat is an old game that dates back to medieval Italy. Its origin is believed to be from 1400 and was created by a man named Felix Falguiere. Felix named the game baccarat which translates to zero since all tens and face cards were valued at zero.Â
From Italy, the game traveled to France where it gained popularity among French aristocracy and was commonly referred to as Chemmy or Chemin de Fer.Â
With time, the game also caught on in England and it was not long before the rest of the world caught on too.
The spread of the game came along with changes in how the game was played since most often than not, players made certain adjustments for it to fit with their local culture.Â
Needless to say, the game has seen major development. What we have today is a better, improved version of the original strategy.
Today, there are many variations of the baccarat game especially now that this game is being offered online at online casinos in Australia.Â
The company behind the development of this game is known as Microgaming developers. They are among the leading software developers in the industry; hence you can be sure the game they offer is high-quality and entertaining.
What Is Online Baccarat?
Online baccarat is a card game played at an online casino and it involves comparing cards between two hands: the player and the banker.Â
When playing the game online, there are usually three possible outcomes for each round, and they depend on the cards as they fall. These outcomes could either be a higher score for the dealer, the player, or a tie.
The difference with playing online baccarat is the fact that players have full control over their environment – they cannot be easily distracted as when playing in a physical casino.Â
When playing online, you have the option of customizing your environment by activating some available sound effects which mimic a real casino. All these features aim towards offering players a memorable experience.
Baccarat Variations to Play at Online Casinos
Although there are always new baccarat games being introduced, there are a few very common variations you should know about before you start playing online baccarat for real money.Â
They include:
Traditional Baccarat
To play the traditional baccarat game, you need to have a 52-card deck, and can be played on a mini table.Â
When playing this variation of baccarat, the player does not have to do anything since all the actions are undertaken by the dealer. You however need to know all the possible combinations of a win or a loss.
High Limit Baccarat
The high-limit baccarat is a game card game version that has a higher wagering limit than the primary version. The high-limit version is played on a single mini table with 8 decks of cards each consisting of 52 cards.Â
The rule of the game is that you should deal your hands faced down, but you have the option of peeking at your cards before dealing at any particular time.
Baccarat Gold
Baccarat Gold is the most recent and advanced version of baccarat that is developed by Microgaming – a reputable software developer in the industry. The developer has done a great job in providing a high-quality game.Â
When playing online, you will notice that the game has high-quality graphics and sounds which mimic a real offline casino.Â
And unlike the other variations, baccarat gold is played on a full-sized table. You get to enjoy this amazing gaming experience in the comfort of your home.
Free Baccarat Online Games and Bonuses
If you are playing online baccarat hoping to win real money, you need to know how to take advantage of all the bonuses and promotions available to help you maximize your earning potential.
Many casinos offering baccarat games offer very generous casino bonuses to their new and existing clients to use in any online baccarat game. Such perks help you to play online without risking your finances.Â
Below are some casino bonuses you can find online:
Play For Free
The play-for-free option is when players are not required to make any real money bets. The option is best for beginners as it allows them to sharpen their skills and learn the winning strategies.Â
It also comes in handy for veteran players who would like to put together a strategy to help them win when they eventually decide to play with real money.Â
Lastly, it can also be used by players who would only like to play the game for entertainment purposes.