Which casino games have the best odds in our favor?

[kunkgreen]

I think there are two options to consider: video poker and blackjack. In my opinion, both options are the most promising. If you ask why?
In order to understand why, you need to learn a little more about the strategies used in these games.
blackjack:

Blackjack 101: The Basics

Blackjack (sometimes called 21) is one casino game where the House has the smallest edge out of other games (besides poker, but that's another story and game entirely). It's an easy game to learn, easy to play, and super fun! There are plenty of strategies and math involved to help narrow that...

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The Math to Blackjack - Basic Strategy vs Statistics

You've gone through the basics of Blackjack from our Blackjack 101: The Basics and understood the strategies from our Making the Right Plays in Blackjack: When to Hit, Double or Split article, let's focus on the math behind the strategies so you can understand how to tweak the basic strategy of...

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The Math to Blackjack - Splitting, Doubling Down and Insurance

The Math to Blackjack - Splitting, Doubling Down and Insurance If you caught our previous guide briefly going over the basics of splitting in blackjack, you already know the golden rules: always split Aces and 8s, never split 5s or 10s, and sometimes split small pairs when the dealer’s showing...

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Making the Right Plays in Blackjack: When to Hit, Double or Split

Now that you have the basics down from Blackjack 101: The Basics let's get into the strategies of making the right plays! Of course these strategies are not 100% foolproof (luck is a factor, after all), but if you apply these strategies consistently, and pay attention to the cards and actions...

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video-poker:

Video Poker: Pro Tips To Maximize Potential Profit

Video poker is one of the few casino games where, with a perfect strategy, you can get the house edge down to almost zero, and sometimes even have a slight advantage over the casino. 1. Game Selection is Everything Find a "Full-Pay" Machine:This is the single most important tip. The payout...

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Although I still have 2 modules left to finish the blackjack academy, I've already searched all the topics on the subject here on CC...
I'm also not yet familiar with video poker, but I'll check it out soon.

Thanks for the recommendations!

 

[daniel.g]

I’d have to say blackjack but you need everyone playing the same way for it to work I thnk

 

[Prem]

It’s not a naive question at all — many players wonder about this. In most casino games the house keeps a small mathematical edge, so in the long run it’s usually below 50% for the player. But some games are much better than others.
Blackjack is probably the best-known example. With perfect basic strategy, the house edge can drop to around 0.5% or even less depending on the rules. That’s about as close as you can get to breaking even in a traditional casino game.
baccarat is also relatively good if you stick to the banker bet, which has a very low house edge. Craps can also offer decent odds if you play simple bets like the pass line with odds.
The interesting exception is poker, because you’re playing against other players rather than the house. In that case, a skilled player can actually have a long-term advantage.
So while casinos usually keep the edge, choosing games with low house advantage and playing with proper strategy can make a big difference over time.

 

[Lena M]

I think Black Jack is a game that should be number 1. All other games are just a lottery compared to it.