Punto Banco, sometimes referred to as simply "Baccarat," is an exciting card game with a long and storied history. Originally developed in Italy, Punto Banco is believed to have been built on the old Etruscan game called "nine men morris." The game made its way onto the gaming floors of casinos in the late 19th century and is now one of the most popular casino games in the world.
In Punto Banco, two hands are dealt, one for a "banker" and one for a "player." Players then place bets on one of three possible outcomes: the player hand winning, the banker hand winning, or a tie between the two. After all bets have been placed, the hands are revealed and the corresponding payouts are made.