Pontoon
How to Play
Goal
Beat the Banker by getting closer to 21 without busting. A Pontoon (Ace + 10-value card) or Five Card Trick beats everything.
Card Values
- 2–10 = face value, J/Q/K = 10, Ace = 1 or 11
Your Options
- Twist — take a card face up (always free)
- Stick — hold your hand (must have 15+)
- Buy — take a card face down (only before twisting, max 5 cards)
Special Hands
- Pontoon — Ace + 10-value card on first two cards (best hand)
- Five Card Trick — 5 cards totalling 21 or less (second best)
Banker Rules
- Banker must keep hitting until reaching 17 or higher
- On a tie, the Banker wins