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.

• Never take the insurance bet; it is statistically the worst wager you can make at the table
• Playing perfectly requires ignoring your emotions and treating every hand like a math problem
• Casinos rely on the fact that 90% of players make strategic mistakes, raising the actual profit margin

Baccarat and Video Poker

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

Like blackjack, Video Poker requires perfect mathematical strategy, but the payout potential is significantly higher.

Ultimately, doing a little bit of research before you sit down can save you hundreds of dollars.