Baccarat 1
Baccarat 1 is one of Pragmatic Play's live-dealer baccarat tables on OKGames, which has the same Player, Banker and Tie betting structure as standard baccarat. The “1” in the name does not refer to a different set of rules, but to a specific live table — Pragmatic Play offers multiple baccarat tables and each is identified by a number in the lobby, which allows players to easily distinguish them from one another.
The third-card draw rules, the values of the cards and the payouts on Baccarat 1 are identical to those of baccarat. It is live on OKGames and is part of Pragmatic Play's live baccarat series.
The rules of Baccarat 1 will be familiar to anyone who's played baccarat anywhere else online or in a real table, since there's no new mechanic to learn before your first hand. For those who are new to the game, OKGames' baccarat strategy guide will give you a brief overview of the Player/Banker/Tie setup before you sit down at a live table.
What Is Baccarat 1?
Baccarat (card game) is a comparing card game where two hands (Player and Banker) are dealt and compared, and bets are made on the hand closest to nine or on a tie.
There are multiple baccarat tables running simultaneously in Pragmatic Play's live casino studio, each with a number (Baccarat 1, Baccarat 2, etc.) simply to distinguish them. Baccarat 1 is a standard-format baccarat, unlike the Lightning Baccarat and Speed Baccarat, which alter the pace or include a multiplier.
This is a practice that is used throughout live dealer studios and not something unique to Pragmatic Play or to OKGames, but simply a way to number identical live tables so that it is not a different product.
Rules & Table Limits
Scoring and drawing a third card on Baccarat 1 is the same as on any standard baccarat table, there are no changes to the rules of the game and the way the hand is numbered does not affect the way it is dealt, scored or paid out:
- Bet on Player, Banker, or Tie before betting window closes.
- Player and Banker each receive a hand of two cards.
- Card values are summed and the tens digit discarded, e.g., 7 and 8 make 15, which is counted as 5.
- A third card is dealt automatically to either hand according to the fixed rules of baccarat that are based on the two-card totals.
- The hand which is nearer to 9 wins, and only Tie bets pay out if both hands are equal.
The platform determines the table limits and stake sizes for Baccarat 1, which may vary from Pragmatic Play's other baccarat tables based on demand. Before sitting at the table, please look at their own info panel in the lobby as the minimum and maximum bets may change from time to time.
Pragmatic Play's Baccarat 1: Table Features
By running multiple baccarat tables with the same rules side by side, Pragmatic Play allows players to spread out over more tables while maintaining the same game, meaning that a player does not have to wait long to place a bet if the table they want to play is busy.
The table features multiple camera angles and a live dealer, and the scoreboard or road map is usually included with the table, allowing players to see recent results without having to keep track of them themselves.
The interface and betting controls are identical between desktop and mobile browsers, and a session can be continued from one to the other.
Baccarat 1 is part of Pragmatic Play's collection on OKGames, which also features other slot machines created by the same studio, including Sweet Bonanza 1000 and Gates of Olympus 1000, alongside Pragmatic Play table games such as Dragon Tiger and Sic Bo. Other baccarat-style tables on the site include PG Soft's Baccarat Deluxe and ONLIVE's Sexy Baccarat.
Tips & Strategy
Since you can't affect the cards dealt on Baccarat 1, the most important decisions you can make are made before the cards are revealed: which bet to make and how much of your bankroll to risk per hand.
- Because all Baccarat 1 hands are played in the same way, strategy is simply a matter of what to bet and how to manage a bankroll.
- Banker bets are a small commission (typically 5%) and have a slightly higher long-term advantage than Player bets.
- Tie is a higher paying bet than Player or Banker, but it occurs less often, so make it an occasional bet, not a regular one.
- Before you sit down, establish a session fee, because a live table can go through hands rather quickly.
- Don't assume that “streaks” are in recent results; each hand is dealt separately from the others.
What Are the Common Mistakes to Avoid When Playing Baccarat 1?
The most common mistake made by any player, even Baccarat 1, is to play independent hands as if they were linked:
- Playing Betting Banker or Player simply because it has prevailed a few hands in succession.
- To not consider the Banker commission when comparing the possible payouts between Player and Banker.
- Although the house edge is slightly higher over a full session, Betting Tie is a regular bettor due to its higher payout.
- Changing tables during a session to look for better odds — all tables numbered 1, 2, etc. have the same rules.
- Taking a short losing streak as evidence that a table is not fair, when short-run variance is normal even on a fair table.
- When you lose money, increasing your wager to “chase” your losses instead of following a bankroll plan that was established prior to the session.
Is Baccarat 1 Legit and Safe to Play?
Pragmatic Play is a highly licensed live-dealer and slot studio, and its tables are streamed from certified studios with independently audited systems.
OKGames also provides responsible gaming tools for players who wish to set a budget while playing.
Before making a deposit, players can verify the license status of a Philippine-facing operator via PAGCOR.
It takes just a few minutes to check the licensing information and responsible-gaming tools of a platform, and it is worth doing before your first deposit, not just on OKGames.
Baccarat 1 is a live table game, which means that the results are determined and displayed in real time by a human dealer under camera and not by a random number generator alone.
The complete list of the game providers is located on the providers page, and the sign-up and deposit offers are listed on the promotions page, both linked from OKGames' card and table games hub, okcards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Baccarat 1 different from Pragmatic Play's other baccarat games?
No — Baccarat 1 is played in the same manner as other baccarat tables offered by Pragmatic Play, with the only difference being the number of the table you are accessing.
Why is the table called “Baccarat 1” instead of just “Baccarat”?
To cope with the volume of players, Pragmatic Play operates several identical baccarat tables simultaneously, each of which is numbered so that players can identify them in the lobby.
Does the Banker bet have a commission?
Yes — Banker wins have a small commission (usually 5%) because Banker has a slightly better long run advantage than Player.
Is Tie a good bet on Baccarat 1?
Tie has a higher house edge over the long run, as it pays out more than Player or Banker, but is less frequent.
If Baccarat 1 is full, can I still play?
If Baccarat 1 is busy, another live baccarat table with the same rules and odds will be available in the same lobby, but with a different number.
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