Pai gow poker

The number of combinations for a three pair without the joker is combin(13,3)*10*combin(4,2)^3*4/combin(52,7) = 2,471,040. The number of combinations of a three pair with the joker being used to complete a pair of aces is 23776. The number of combinations of a three pair with the joker as the singleton is 61776. So the total combinations are 2556592. Out of total combin(53,7)=154,143,080 possible the probability of a three pair is 1.659%. So changing a three pair from a loss to a win of 1 to 1 decreases the house edge by 3.32%. Assuming the standard pay table on the other hands this would sway the odds in the player's favor with 3 or more other players. When is a Pai Gow Poker hand a tie? Fortune Pai Gow Poker is played with a standard 52 card deck, including a Joker, for a total of 53 cards.

Once the player has set both of their hands and placed them face down in the appropriate areas, they may not touch the cards again. Re-checking or re-setting their hands multiple times isn’t allowed at most casinos. The dealer should be cautious of players who check their cards often. Watch how the player handles their cards and sets their hand. Look for any unusual hand movements. Listen to what they say and be alert to irregular play or any suspicious behavior. If you see anything that doesn’t appear normal, make sure to notify your floorman the first chance you get. Table of Contents A popular variant of casino poker, Pai Gow Poker is derived from a combination of the traditional game of poker and the Chinese game of Pai Gow.