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Casino War is based on the children's card game “War”, known in many countries. It was introduced as a casino game in the 1990s.
The game was deliberately designed to be extremely simple — a casino version of a game almost everyone played as a child.
Casino War is found mainly in the US, often at tables for beginners or as a relaxed change of pace.
Online it is less common, but it often serves as a first casino card game for newcomers because of its simplicity.
You and the dealer each receive one card. The higher card wins — suits do not matter.
On a tie you can “go to war” (an extra bet and another round) or “surrender” and get half your bet back.
The house edge is about 2.9% depending on the rules. It comes almost entirely from what happens on a tie.
Going to war carries a slightly lower house edge than surrendering — surrendering feels safer but is mathematically more expensive.
Never played Casino War? It is the simplest game in the casino: higher card wins, and that is all you need to know.
The only decision is the tie. The rule of thumb: always go to war, never surrender. Practise here risk-free with virtual coins.
This game uses only virtual Palace Coins with no real value. No deposits, no payouts.