The house edge

Unlike say blackjack and baccarat, this game is newer and has not yet gone through the rigorous trenches of scrutiny and mathematic wizards. But, for the most part, it is believed that a non-banking player can receive a house edge of 2.84%.

A more skilled player using proper hand-setting strategies can get a house edge of slightly less. SO, get acquainted with the hand-setting strategies before you can expect this kind of turn-out.

Strategic thoughts

Follow these recommendations to get a better hand on this game for your personal strategy.

 - Pai Gow is a slow playing game, its social and can be pretty east to play if you first                 understand the fundamentals of it.

 - You 5 card hand should always be equal or better than the 2 card hand.

 - You can always ask the dealer for help in this game - which is refreshing.

 - You will have the best luck in winning money playing this casino game (in the long run) if you bank. Playing as the banker under the proper conditions, can put right at par with the house. Sometimes you will even have a slight edge over the house.

 - Now, to bank you will have to have a bigger bankroll. Always be informed of this risk - banking foe large amounts of money can make this game go from easy-going, to unpredictable.

 - If you find yourself alone with only the dealer when playing, you will always want to take turns banking. This will not cause stress on your bankroll and will even provide you with the advantage of ties 50% of the time, shrinking the overall house edge to a nice 1.27%.