Part I: Games & Gaming · Other Games — Keno, Bingo & More
Tie Bet (Casino War)
Other Table Games
An optional side bet in Casino War, placed before cards are dealt, that the player’s initial card will tie the dealer’s initial card. The tie bet typically pays 10:1, though some casinos offer modified payouts. With a tie occurring approximately once every 17 hands (when using six decks), the tie bet carries a house edge of approximately 18.65% at 10:1 payout, making it one of the worst bets available in any casino table game. The tie bet exists primarily as an enticement for players seeking high payouts and as a significant revenue generator for the casino.
In practice
Surveillance should monitor tie bet patterns, as unusually heavy or consistent tie betting may indicate advantage play (card counting with knowledge of remaining card composition) or money laundering activity.
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