Pai Gow is a fun game, but it isn’t that popular. I think part of the problem is that many don’t understand how to win at Pai Gow. They try to play it like video poker (always making the largest hands) and that’s part of the problem. Today, I’ll give you a series of quick Pai Gow tips that will help game improve.
Bank Now!
Okay, there’s one thing you need to remember. When possible, you need to bank when playing Pai Gow. By banking, you’ll push some of the odds in your favor. All experienced players know to do this.
Of course, you need a nice bankroll (depending on the game) to bank, but it’s worth it. Sometimes the casino might share your banking duties with you. And if you want to bank a lot, just get on a table with no or few players.
High Hands Can Spell Defeat
As I alluded to earlier, a lot of new Pai Gow players think this game is video poker and they just try to build big hands. But video poker it’s not.
By playing the big hand, such as a full house, can be disastrous. For instance, let’s say you build this hand. For you other hand you’ll simply have a high card. What’s this mean? It means that you’re likely to push and completely screw yourself. A better option would be to do a three of a kind and a pair. You now have a shot at scoring cash.
Crush the Two-Card Hand
Ah, young grasshopper. Here’s where Pai Gow newbies get crushed. And this goes back to our last tip. In Pai Gow, both hands are important. I like to build the best two-card hand possible and go from there.
Of course, you need to weigh the two for the best possible combo. But, don’t neglect this hand. It’s vital and it can keep you in the green.
Help Me Please
Ask with any casino game, don’t be shy about asking for help. If you’re playing online Pai Gow, read the playing instructions and mess around with some free games first. For those playing in the real world, the dealers are there to assist you, so use them. There’s nothing to be ashamed about!
Bankroll Only
Before playing any casino game you should set up a bankroll, which is a set amount of money you’re willing to use. When you do this, you’re less likely to walk away from the casino a big loser. Just remember, should you happen to lose it, walk away.
Another good idea is to put this money away as you win, so you always leave with something should your luck change. I like setting win limits. It’s hard to leave when you’re winning, but I do it.
