Gambling basics
Before you gamble
The more you know, the better equipped you can be to keep gambling safe and fun. Learn how casino games work before you play.
Games of chance:
No amount of thinking, planning or strategizing will have an impact on the outcome in any game of chance. Each play is random and unpredictable. Your choices, including how much you bet, where to place your bet or length of play don’t influence your likelihood of winning.
It’s essential to understand how games of chance work before playing them. The more you know, the more fun you’ll have.
Games of chance include:
- Lottery
- Slot machines
- Baccarat
- Roulette
- Craps
Skill-based Games:
Other forms of games include “skill-based” games. These games may give players a better chance to win by learning more about the games or defining their skills as a player.
However, chance still plays a big part. No matter what your skill level is, you still can’t control the hand you’re dealt.
Skill-based games include:
- Blackjack
- Poker
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Whether you're playing at a live-dealer table, electronic table, or online, it's beneficial to understand how to play, how to bet, and what the odds are for each game.
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