Punto Banco is an exciting card game predominantly played in casinos, with the goal of beating the dealer's hand by reaching as close to 9 points as possible. The game is also known as Baccarat, which derives from an old French word meaning “zero” and refers to the game's initial objective - to reach 9 points. Originating in France in the late 1400s, Punto Banco has since become a popular gambling game and a staple at casinos across the world.