Casino Game Tutorials

Craps is a fast-moving casino table game. An average speed at a busy blackjack table runs around 60 hands per hour, but the house expects about 100 decisions per hour at craps. Learn to play.

By John Grochowski

Of all the casino games, blackjack is the one that is actually possible to beat. As a result, blackjack is by far the most popular table game in the United States. Learn how to play -- and increase your odds of winning.

By John Grochowski

Roulette is a game of pure chance that doesn't require skill. The key is to know how to bet and when to cut your losses before the wheel stops. Learn how to play roulette.

By John Grochowski

Video poker adds an aspect that slot machines don't offer -- the elements of skill and challenge. Players have decisions to make that can affect the outcome of the game. Learn how to play video poker effectively by understanding the deck and different hands.

By John Grochowski

Slot machines are more popular than table games at casinos — the personal interaction with dealers at the tables is often intimidating to some. On the slots, it's just you and the machine.

By John Grochowski & Yves Jeffcoat

If you’ve ever stepped foot in a casino, you’ve undoubtedly noticed the craps tables –- that’s where all the cheers are coming from. Craps is an exciting game because it’s very hands-on for the players, but it’s also quite complex.

By Lee Ann Obringer

Blackjack (also known as "21") is one of the most popular casino games, at least partly because the rules are easy to grasp. There's one aim: Get as close to 21 as possible.

By Ed Grabianowski

Slot machines may be computerized now, but they’re still the most popular gambling attraction at many casinos. While we can’t tell you how to improve your chances, we will explain how the machines are constructed and how to calculate the odds of winning.

By Tom Harris