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Live Baccarat For Beginners – How to Play

Playing live baccarat in New Zealand may involve an element of skill, but it’s not too complicated to understand.  In order to start playing live baccarat, NZ players can simply follow this quick “how to” guide:

• Find a live baccarat online casino: Any online casino should have this live game available, including Jackpot City, so sign up and make a deposit to start playing live baccarat in New Zealand.  
• Find your game: Once you’ve registered an account at Jackpot City, go to the Tables section and select Baccarat to select the live dealer baccarat game of your choice.
• Place your bets: Choose your bet sizes according to the game and your budget and select the Deal button to start playing.
• Play the game: Bets can be placed on Banker, Player or Tie – both the player and the banker will be dealt one card each, after which you will receive a second card.
• Know the game: Before playing any online casino live game, it’s important to understand the rules and payout structure, which can be found within the game itself.

Live Baccarat Glossary Terms

• Baccarat: An online casino live game where players bet on the outcome of the game between the player and the banker.
• Live Baccarat: A version of baccarat played in real time with a live dealer via video streaming.
• Dealer: The person responsible for managing the game, dealing the cards, and collecting and paying out bets.
• Punto Banco: Another name for the standard form of live dealer baccarat, where punto refers to the player’s hand and banco refers to the banker’s hand.
• Mini Baccarat: A smaller-scale version played on a smaller table with lower betting limits.
• Chemin de Fer: A variation where players take turns being the banker and making decisions.
• Banker: The position in baccarat representing the house or casino, which players can bet on to win.
• Player: The position in baccarat representing the player, which players can bet on to win.
• Tie: A bet on the outcome of the game being a tie between the player and the banker.
• Natural: A two-card hand totalling 8 or 9, which automatically wins unless there is a tie.
• Shoe: The device used to hold and dispense the cards during the game.
• Commission: A fee charged by the casino on winning banker bets.
• Dragon Bonus: A side bet in live baccarat that pays when the hand wins by a large margin.
• Cut Card: A coloured plastic card used to cut the deck after shuffling.
• Bet Spread: The range of bet sizes a player uses during a game.
• Upcard: A card dealt face up.
• Downcard: A card dealt face down.
• Session: A period of time during which a player participates in live baccarat gameplay.

Safety And Security

Jackpot City Casino is fully licensed and regulated, and we are therefore required to adhere to strict regulations and standards set by the by the Alderney Gaming Control Commission, ensuring fair and safe gaming.

Responsible gaming is an important aspect of Jackpot City Casino's operations. It involves promoting safe and responsible gambling practices among its players, such as setting limits on deposits, applying self-exclusion options, and providing resources for players who may be experiencing gambling-related issues.

Game Software For Live Baccarat

Two prominent names in the online gaming industry are behind the live baccarat games at Jackpot City.

• Evolution: With a rich history of providing live casino solutions, it has established itself as a leader in the live dealer baccarat gaming sector. It’s known for high-quality, immersive live dealer games that offer an authentic casino experience to players.
• Pragmatic Play: It offers a diverse portfolio of live casino products, and has gained recognition for its innovative approach to game development, as well as its commitment to delivering top-notch gaming experiences to players worldwide.

Some of the most popular titles of live baccarat NZ players enjoy, include Blazing Dragon Tiger and Live Dragon Tiger.