Rules & Strategy – General Gambling Tips
Editorial Staff | Posted on |
Rules & Strategy
General Gambling Tips
Whether it’s your first time in the casino or your thousandth, it’s never a bad idea to brush up on the basics. General Gambling Tips
Additional Articles
DECK DIALOGUE
To tip or not to tip the dealer By Al O’Grady Let’s assume for a second that you are …
GOING ON TILT
The bankroll you save may be your own! By Jerry “Stickman” Stitch It is early morning—my favorite time in …
Up In Smoke
Atlantic City Casinos face crossroads as smoking ban legislation advances To puff or not to puff? That’s the question …
Ask the Experts
Unveiling Insights and Solutions to Your Casino Gaming Questions Currency Curse After reading the “Here’s A Tip” submission in …
Why Norwegian Online Casinos Are Worth Your Bet
In the highly competitive gambling industry, most online casino platforms provide comparable experiences. From enticing bonuses and free spins …
GAMBLING REALITIES
Players share unconventional strategies and choices beyond house edge optimization By John Grochowski One of the things I had …
NOT SO
Unveiling the truth behind player theories and casino edge By Frank Scoblete Casino players have various theories as to …
CYBER WRANGLING
Cyberattacks make for some interesting potential outcomes for casinos By Frank Legato I’ve been reading all I can about …
COMPETITION
From swing to stategy By Frank Scoblete Casino playing is more to me than just wagering at games the …
THE TRUTH SHALL SET YOU FREE!
Or not. By Frank Scoblete Everyone who gambles in casinos wishes to overcome the house edges on the games …
UNVEILING THE CASINO ROUTINE
How experienced players navigate games, strategies and house edge By Frank Scoblete People who rarely go to casinos probably …
NOTHING IS BUT WHAT IS NOT!
Walking the walk on the casino floor By Frank Scoblete In Shakespeare’s great play, The Tragedy of Macbeth, Macbeth …
KEEPING THE RHYTHM
Escaping reality can be a costly mistake By Jerry “Stickman” Stich If you are an average gambler on a …
Best Bets II
There are some excellent bets in the casinos, though even the best bets have house edges By Frank Scoblete …
I LOST APRIL 1
The mesmerism of slots By Frank Scoblete It was April 2 in the mid-1990s (or thereabouts) and this was …
BEST BETS
There are some excellent bets in the casinos, though even the best bets have house edges By Frank Scoblete …
Punchy Gamblers: Another rash of slot abuse
By Frank Legato Wow, it seems everyone’s beating up slot machines these days. There was that story on Christmas …
HOW THE CASINOS MAKE YOUR MONEY
Their goal is simple – to make YOUR money their money By Frank Scoblete Casinos are a business, just …
LEISURELY CASINO GAMES
Slow and steady wins the race By Frank Scoblete I can break the casino games down to high-energy casino …
YOU ONLY LIVE TWICE
Stretch your bankroll and avoid the deadly days By Frank Scoblete I am sure most of our slot-playing readers …
GET AN EDGE
When opportunity knocks, answer the door By John Grochowski Sometimes a day at the tables is all about taking …
SLOW DOWN IN THE SLOT ZONE
A little self-control can go a long way By Frank Scoblete Simon and Garfunkel sang it just right: “Slow …
Spare Change
There’s no such thing as free money In my quest for finding interesting casino gaming news this month, I …
Quiz Time!
Test your gaming knowledge. Are you up for the challenge? by Frank Scoblete If you know your casino gambling, …
THE “OOPS!” FACTOR
The best assumption is that you can make no assumptions By John Grochowski Ever have an “oops!” casino moment, …
The Payback Conundrum
High returns are good, but enjoying the game is important By Frank Legato For more than three decades, Casino …
Don’t Believe the Hype
When a “winning system” sounds too good to be true, odds are it is By John Grochowski Some self-proclaimed …
Blowing It
Do betting systems really work? By Frank Scoblete I doubt many casino players can honestly say that they have …
Go Up or Go Down?
Don’t expect to go from rags to riches in one or two sessions By Frank Scoblete You’ve taken a …
Enough’s Enough
When it’s time to call it a night By Frank Scoblete There is a time to quit; to call …
The Games We Love Not To Play
Players share experiences on table game play By John Grochowski If you’re the kind of casino player who likes …
Casino Connection
MAXBET TV brings the gaming community together in one place for fun and games, networking and education By Frank Legato …
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE ODDS
Revealing the truth about winning back-to-back jackpots By John Grochowski I’ve received many an email, phone call, and—in days …
Impeccable Insight
Ten Things You Would Not Know About the Business Side of Casinos By Steve Kieva Emerald Island Casino and …
It Ain’t What It Seems
The truth about hot streaks By Frank Scoblete The world of the casino inside the heads of many casino …
KEEPING IT REAL
Wrong thoughts and true feelings By Frank Scoblete If you read a lot about casino gambling, be it about …
PROCEED WITH CAUTION
A look at video blackjack By John Grochowski In most state gaming commission revenue reports, wagering totals and payouts …
INTERNET CASINO PLAY VS. REAL CASINO PLAY
The pros and cons of gambling online rather than in person By Frank Scoblete Many slot players are now …
FIVE EASY PIECES
A newbie’s guide to table games By Frank Scoblete Many new casino players approach the casino experience with a …
REVISITING ONLINE SLOTS
Once again, the random number generator rules when considering online slot results By Frank Legato We’ve mostly used this …
LESSONS LEARNED
Readers share their casino mistakes to learn by By John Grochowski Everybody is a beginner sometime. We’re not hard-wired …
Mind Your Manners
How we deal with other casino gamblers is important By Frank Scoblete In just about all areas of life …
Seven Serious Questions
Getting real with fellow players By Frank Scoblete Gambling can be a wonderful form of entertainment for just about anyone. …
TREND BETTING
The truth about betting systems By Frank Scoblete There are numerous systems employed by casino gamblers in their attempts …
Remembering The Magic
Siegfried Fischbacher’s death conjures images of how he and partner Roy Horn changed Las Vegas entertainment By Frank Legato Las …
You Only Live Twice
Stretch your bankroll and avoid the deadly days By Frank Scoblete I am sure most of our slot-playing readers …
EMOTIONAL UPS AND DOWNS
The odds of winning are against you, but one can always hope By Frank Scoblete Almost all casino players …
TABLE ACTION
The pros and cons of our favorite table games By Frank Scoblete It is important for those of you …
PERFECT STRANGERS
Don’t share your story with strangers unless asked By Frank Scoblete I’m in the elevator waiting to go up …
MANNERS, PLEASE
Players often violate those unwritten rules. Stop it! By Frank Scoblete When I was a kid and the adult …
IN A CANDY SHOP
Casinos are for adults, like candy is for children By Frank Scoblete Carol, close your eyes.” “Mommy, what is it?” …
HELPFUL HINTS
Having a better time at the tables By John Grochowski All players have their own approaches to casino visits. …
PLAYING IT SAFE
As casinos reopen across the country, new safety guidelines are changing the way we gamble The past few months have …
DEAR AMERICAN GAMBLER
How to enjoy responsible gambling when you’re being responsible and staying home. By Roger Gros YOU LOVE GOING TO …
JUST RUN AWAY
Sometimes you just have to leave the casino before it’s too late By Frank Scoblete There are times to …
WHY ONLINE GAMBLING?
You enjoy gambling in a casino, but what could be the draw of gambling on your device? By Patrick Roberts …
CASINO FANTASY
Escaping reality can be a costly mistake If you are an average gambler on a multiple day trip to …
BRINGING CUSTOMERS BACK
What should players expect to receive from casinos By John Grochowski There is no one standard for casinos in …
DON’T BELIEVE THE HYPE
When a “winning system” sounds too good to be true, odds are it is. Some self-proclaimed casino experts will …
AN ACE UP THE SLEEVE
Mike Sexton discusses cheating in poker By Sean Chaffin No one wants to play with a cheater and the …
TERROR AT THE TABLES
Bad moments caused by bad players By Frank Scoblete Most table games, most times, run smoothly and players have …
CASH GRAB
A Look at 10 Real Casino Criminals, Cheats, and Counterfeiters By Sean Chaffin Robberies, cheats, counterfeiting, and even murder. …
WHAT’S SO FASCINATING?
The odds are against the player. So why do we gamble? By Frank Scoblete When I tell people that …
The more you play, the more you risk
LONGER OR SHORTER By Frank Scoblete One of the opening scenes of the 1995 movie Casino has Robert De Niro …
THAT TILTED TIME
Losing control in the casino can cost you big By Frank Scoblete Please note: Going on tilt can have …
BITS AND PIECES
30 years of gambling and casino writing By Frank Scoblete I am now in my 30th year of casino …
RITUALS AND SUPERSTITION
What some players do to try and gain an edge By John Grochowski I’m not superstitious, and I rarely …
BACK TO THE BEGINNING
Best advice from longtime players By John Grochowski When table players are first learning their games, they often receive …
WINNING & LOSING IN THE LONG RUN
How Much Do Payback Percentages Really Matter? How many players nowadays feel that they’re winning fewer jackpots. They blame …
HOT AND COLD
Are hot – or cold – tables a myth? It depends who you ask. By John Grochowski In blackjack, …
ON A HOT STREAK
Being on the plus side of volatility By John Grochowski One fundamental difference between slot players and video poker players …
AWKWARD MOMENTS
Red-faced players remember those times of discomfort By John Grochowski Everybody makes mistakes, and at the gaming tables that means …
TABLE EVOLUTION
The rise of electronic games brings something new to the table By John Grochowski When you think of table games, …
GREAT COMEBACKS
Even tough starts can end with a big win By Frank Scoblete What’s one of the worst ways to …
DEALING WITH DEALERS
Losing can bring out the worst in people By Frank Scoblete I wouldn’t want to be a dealer. No …
SERVICE AT ITS BEST
Small touches can make some very big impressions By John Grochowski A couple of years ago at Global Gaming …
WHEN DO YOU QUIT?
Most players say they’ll leave when they’re ahead. But how much is enough? By Frank Scoblete Many gambling writers …
WE GET LETTERS
Answering a few great questions from readers By Frank Scoblete FROM DEBBIE AND DAVE: The following are three different …
BLACKJACK ETIQUETTE
10 rules and rituals to play like the pros Blackjack, also known as twenty one, is one of the …
THE BEST OF THE BEST CASINOS
There’s more to the casino than gaming By Frank Scoblete This is not a review of casinos. I am …
TABLES 101
A crash-course on playing smart at the tables Every type of game in the casino has a different house …
IN AND OUT OF THE FLOW
Heaven, hell and everything in between By Frank Scoblete When I was an athlete there were games where near …
SHIFTING GEARS
Favorite games come and go By John Grochowski All casino players have their favorite games, but those favorites aren’t …
THE GREAT 38
Learn the Answers To Gaming’s Most Frequently Asked Questions! By Frank Scoblete I love giving talks to my fellow …
BURIED TREASURE
Look beyond the lure of instant riches By Frank Scoblete She sits at the machine figuring this is why …
JUST CURIOUS
Players share their burning casino questions By John Grochowski One thing I’ve learned in long years of listening to …
COMING FROM BEHIND
Sometimes even the worst losing days can turn in an instant By Frank Scoblete There have been great team …
SAME OR DIFFERENT?
When it comes to gambling, do you stay put or shop around? By Frank Scoblete Here is a question …
GREAT GAMBLES & SUCKER BETS
The 10 best and worst wagers you can make at the casino By Frank Scoblete This should be a …
THE UNTRUTH AND TRUTH OF TABLE GAMES
Believing Myths About Table Games Can Cost You Big By Frank Scoblete There are more myths and misconceptions about …
THE FIVE-TOOL CASINO PLAYER
Five traits that make players tough competitors By Frank Scoblete In baseball there is an elite category called the …
TIPS ON TIPPING
Casinos employ a lot of staff to keep things running smoothly for guests. Here’s who to tip -and how much. …
KEEPING THE RHYTHM
Escaping reality can be a costly mistake By Jerry “Stickman” Stich If you are an average gambler on a …
THE ELECTRONIC AGE
Automated table games versus live dealers By John Grochowski Without doubt, traditional table games with live dealers, real cards …
THE NUMBERS GAME
Know your strategy and betting amount By Jim Feist We are bombarded with choices about numbers every day. How …
COMING IN 2017
New table games unveiled at the Global Gaming Expo By John Grochowski When casino industry execs, managers and suppliers …
YOU’RE BEING WATCHED
Don’t play any hand – play the right hand By Jim Feist One of the biggest mistakes sports bettors make …
MY NEW CASINO LAWS
Follow these 13 simple rules or else By Frank Scoblete I am done with the regular way casinos do things …
BEWARE OF BETTING SYSTEMS
No matter how good it may look—no betting system will beat the math of the game By Jerry Stich They …
THE VALUE OF ADVICE
Sometimes other players can’t keep their opinion to themselves John Grochowski Some players like to give advice at the …
To Streak Or Not To Streak
Is it time to jump on the bandwagon, or are you too late? By John Grochowski The odds on …
Direct Access
New casino websites let players check points, get special offers and more By H. Scot Krause Several casinos have …
THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH
The best strategies combined with money management can extend your play time By Frank Scoblete There is a written acknowledgement …
INNOVATIVE TABLES
A new crop of table games is coming in 2016 By John Grochowski When casino suppliers show off their …
BLENDING IDEAS
Mergers bring exciting new games to the casino floor By John Grochowski It was the first day of Global …
Magical Days
Those rare moments when everything goes right By John Grochowski Everyone has ups and downs in the casino—often in …
Les Miserables
Take the bad with the good – and quit your complaining By Frank Scoblete Here she comes! Here she …
Five Easy Pieces
A newbie’s guide to table games By Frank Scoblete Many new casino players approach the casino experience with a …
The Great 38
Learn the answers to gaming’s most frequently asked questions! By Frank Scoblete I love giving talks to my fellow …
Get An Edge
When opportunity knocks, answer the door By John Grochowski Sometimes a day at the tables is all about taking …
FADED GLORY
Casinos come and go, but the stories remain forever By John Grochowski In my time as a player, I’ve …
DINNER AT EIGHT
Avoid becoming a casino zombie By Frank Scoblete Sometime in the mid-1990’s my wife the Beautiful AP and I …
Small Tips, BIG Picture
The little things count for fun in the casinos By John Grochowski When you play in casinos, chances are …
The Werewolf
Breaking the “curse” of the casino By Frank Scoblete I think just about everyone reading this column knows the …
Know the Numbers
When to raise… and how much! By Jim Feist By understanding the correct size bets, you will be able to …
The World’s WEIRDEST WAGERS
Whether for pride or money, gamblers do some pretty bizarre things. History is replete with tales of man’s inability …
E-Table Evolution
The rise of electronic games brings something new to the table BY JOHN GROCHOWSKI When you think of table …
The “Oops!” Factor
The best assumption is that you can make no assumptions By John Grochowski Ever have an “oops!” casino moment, …
Don’t Try This At Home
Online gambling is real, folks. By J. Phillip Vogel Something few people realize from the “wild west” days on …
What Will Get You Kicked Out of a Casino?
Five tips to avoid the long walk of shame by Basil Nestor It can happen to anyone, even film …
Online and Random
How does the RNG work when you’re playing slots online? By Frank Legato I can’t count the times I’ve …
The Future of Tables Gamines
Faster games and higher stakes are on the horizon By Basil Nestor Chart imitates life. And it also predicts …
The 3D’s: Desperation, Dwindling Revenue and Discipline
Control Your Emotion and Your Money By Jim Feist In sports, poker and gaming, everyone is anxious to know the …
Slow Down!
Breakneck speed will eat up your bankroll By H. Scot Krause My tip this month is to slow down! …
What Do YOU Play?
Table games versus slot machines By Frank Scoblete Here is a simple question: Which players have more fun, table …
Designed to be Random
How can slots be random if… ? By John Grochowski It’s hardly news to informed slot players that the …
What Is Cheating?
Drawing the line between aggressive and illegal by Basil Nestor I was at a house party a few years …
New Year’s Resolutions
Tips for playing smarter, and winning more often, in 2013 By Bill Burton This year, you could make a …
What Are the Odds?
Surprising stats & percentages By Frank Scoblete Gamblers have a natural fascination with odds. Sometimes the odds discourage us …
Very Bad Manners
Identifying the most irritating, obnoxious and annoying players in the casino By Bill Burton I’m usually a very sociable …
Get Your Facts Straight
The truth behind popular gambling myths By Frank Scoblete I like to think of these “wrong facts” as Ploppy …
Multi-Card Video Keno
Learn this game and take your shot at multiple jackpots by David Stratton When Four Card Keno was introduced …
Different Strokes For Different Folks In The Casino
What’s your style in the casino? By Frank Scoblete Casino gamblers have their own styles, too. In fact, every table …
Getting In The Games
The difference between “passive” and “active” games, and what they reveal about you By Frank Scoblete Is an introspective …
No Luck Necessary
Why casinos don’t need Lady Luck in their corner By Frank Scoblete Just about all slot players have had …
Tips on Tipping
How gratuities work in the casino, and why a little generosity can go a long way By Rob Wiser …
Planning Ahead – Casino Sessions
Preparing yourself to enjoy your casino sessions in 2012 By Bill Burton “Live each day as if it were your …
Video Poker Resolutions
Tips to make 2012 your best-ever year at the casinos If 2011 was a good video poker year for …
Covering Every Angle
Vegas handicapping seminar reveals timeless tips and new, high-tech tactics By Buzz Daly In the technological wonderland that envelops …
Lessons From the Full Tilt Fiasco – Gambling Tips
Gambling needs regulation to survive and thrive By Basil Nestor There are lessons we can learn from Full Tilt’s …
Limiting Beliefs of Players
10 common “mythtakes” that players make at table games By Frank Scoblete On any given hand, and on any given …
Are You Going Overboard on casino?
10 Signs you may be gambling too much in Casino by Frank Scoblete Drinking, eating, running and gambling all …
Ten Tempting Reasons to Play Tables than Slots
Live games give you an edge the Slots machines can’t match By Basil Nestor Slots or table games? …
The Insider in Blackjack
The true story of a casino dealer who’s seen it all in Las Vegas–and has money-making tips to share with …
Smarter Gambling In 2011 – Slot Games
Tax tips, hot promotions and practical advice to help you pocket more winnings By H. Scot Krause Make sure …
The Cheat Sheet
5 Clues That You May Be Getting Cheated by Basil Nestor Remember that the dealer does not necessarily know what …
After The Jackpot Slot Games
The dream of every slot player—winning a life-changing jackpot—can turn into a financial nightmare if you don’t manage your money …
Sound Advice – Casino Gambling
Some choice excerpts from my book 1,000 Best Casino Gambling Secrets By Bill Burton The chance of hitting a …
A Table Player’s Guide to Etiquette
Don’t be intimidated by the rituals of the felt By Basil Nestor The best way to feel comfortable is …
Cash Is King – Casino
Why using credit cards in a casino is a losing proposition By Bill Burton In the casino, the …
Dirty Little Secrets of Casino
Things the casino don’t want you to know Why do casinos split tournament prizes into half cash and half …
Practice Makes Perfect in Table Games
An effective (and cheap!) way to hone your table game skills at home When a computer “dealer” nukes your …
Trend Spotting in Casino
Is it wise to base your betting decisions on “qualifying events?” Are such events truly an indicator that the …
The Value of Value – Casino
Will casinos learn from the recession? Why, on earth, would a casino risk its loyal customers by lowering payback …
Running Bad for 20,000 Hands in Gambling
Five tactics to help you survive and thrive when the gambling gods abandon you by Basil Nestor So what …
A Whole New Way To Play – Electronic Games
Electronic games bring new ideas to the table, along with bonuses that appeal to all players By John Grochowski …
The Excitement Factor – Casino
Is there a formula for determining the “funnest” game in the casino? By Frank Scoblete The game that has the …
Casino “Codes”
The unwritten rules that respectful gamblers must keep in mind By Frank Scoblete If someone is playing a machine, …
Playing For Keeps in Casino
The legalities and ethics of sticky casino situations The Situation: The dealer overpays you or makes a major blunder in …
10 Simple and Effective Gambling Tips
Principles to remember the next time you’re in the casino By John Marchel “Knowing just a few simple things …
The Psychology of Slots
Tactics that casinos use to keep you playing by Basil Nestor Are you playing the slots or are they playing …
Analyzing Common Benefit Choices in Casino
There are a number of factors to consider by Jeffrey Compton Almost anyone who ever plays in a casino …
Your Own Worst Enemy in Casino
Learn to have some self-control before hitting the casino by Bill Burton Pop singer Pink wrote a song titled …
A Champagne Christmas in Casino
Learning to watch your step by Bob Dancer One of the casinos Shirley and I play at is the …
New Year — New Goals
Play smarter and have more fun doing it by Bill Burton Wow! Another year flies by and now as …
Play Longer With Less Risk
Taking a sensible, educated approach can pay dividends by Carol Costa Gambling presents a certain amount of risk. That …
How Long Is The Long Run? Part 1
Surprisingly, the length of time has little to do with it by John Robison Video poker experts frequently talk …
Planning Your Casino Vacation Online
Websites worth visiting before booking your next trip By J. Phillip Vogel Arranging a casino-based vacation can be as …
Best Payout Percentages
Player Resources Casinos offering payouts percentages reviewed by a major independent accounting firm are included in the table. Payout percentages …
Playing with Style
Good etiquette is an important part of a winning strategy by Basil Nestor “Bond. James Bond.”Agent 007 was playing …
Finding Beatable Games in Casino
Not easy, but they are there by Henry Tamburin It amazes me that most casino players believe their fate in …
One Night of Action in Casino
The best games to play when you have one night in a casino by Basil Nestor Overheard recently in …
First Timers feature – Gambling Guide
A Sin City gambling guide for beginners and pros by Basil Nestor Planning a trip to the Neon Oasis? You’re in …
Thinking About the Game, What are the Odds?
You can win more when you correctly measure the chances for success by Basil Nestor I am reading my e-mail …
The Science of Winning
Revealing the secrets of cards, dice and wheels by Basil Nestor Why do coins flip the way they do? Why …
Rules & Strategy – General Gambling Tips
Rules & Strategy General Gambling Tips Whether it’s your first time in the casino or your thousandth, it’s never a …
Casinos have an extensive list of dos and don’ts
CASINO 101 by Kevin Blackwood What do bull-riding and shooting craps have in common? No, the answer isn’t that either …
The Blame Game
Responsibility for Losses: The House Edge, or You? by Frank Scoblete My wife, the beautiful A.P., and I walk …
The Big Swing
The Big Swing by Basil Nestor When players hear the word “volatility,” they often picture a drunk guy who is …
Playing for Fun vs. Profit in Casino
Strategies for balancing the pleasures of the game by Basil Nestor This is a fact. You have a better chance …
Predicting The Unpredictable in Gambling
The faulty logic of believing in gambling streaks It’s simultaneously fun and somewhat scary to watch the emotional way in …
Don’t Believe The Hype in Blackjack
Debunking silly superstitions that can harm your play By Frank Scoblete It’s easy to blame a novice blackjack player …
There’s a “Drooling Elmer” In Every Casino
Remembering the players I wish I could forget By Frank Scoblete “Nice people try to ignore Drooling Elmer (or just …
Gamble Online – Casino Gambling
Online Casino Gambling There are well over 1000 online casinos active on the Internet today. With so many options, deciding …
Gamble Online – Getting Started
Becoming an Online Gambler There’s a lot more to online gambling than casino games. Anyone who has followed the Worlds …