DRAGON TIGER REVIEW

With the release of Dragon Tiger, Evolution targeted baccarat enthusiasts and zeroed in on the ever-growing popularity of Asian-themed games. The game is played with an eight-deck shoe and only two cards, making it an excellent choice for players who prefer fast-paced gameplay and experiment with betting strategies that capitalise on streaks.

The objective of the game is simple: try and predict whether the Dragon or Tiger will draw the higher-valued card. Players can also bet on a Tie, predicting that the Dragon and Tiger’s cards will have an identical value.

ABOUT LIVE DRAGON TIGER — EVOLUTION

Dragon Tiger draws motifs from Chinese and Japanese folklore to deliver an extraordinary Live Casino experience to players who enjoy games like Casino War.

In Chinese mythology, the duality of the universe and the balance of opposing forces is expressed as the tiger and dragon — the yin and yang. In Japanese lore, the dragon and tiger govern elemental forces of wind and rain, revered as the rulers of the cosmos and the natural world.

This duality and balance of opposing forces can be found outside of myths and legends; the tiger represents defensive martial arts while the dragon embodies an offensive approach, for example, and the duo is frequently found in art over the millennia.

The Dragon Tiger game from Evolution (previously Evolution Gaming) is a creative masterpiece that brings ancient symbolism to life with thematic studio design, professional live dealers and fast, immersive gameplay. The average game round is only 30 seconds, which makes this Evolution table game one of the fastest in any Live Casino.

GAMEPLAY

This table game is easy to get a hang of; wager on Dragon, Tiger, Tie or Suited Tie for a chance to win. There are no additional gameplay decisions and payouts are calculated automatically for smoother and faster gaming. Unlike in baccarat, only two cards are dealt in each of the game rounds — the higher card wins and pays even money.

DRAGON OR TIGER — WHAT ARE THE ODDS?

The theoretical RTP is 96.27%% on the main bet, which translates into an edge of 3.73% for the online casino. The main bet has a near-50% chance of hitting and pays 1:1, which makes Dragon Tiger one of the ideal games to practise betting strategies that rely on even-money bets.

Side bets on Tie or Suited Tie, however, are far less likely to hit — but the payouts could be worth it. The RTP on a Tie bet is 89.64% and 86.02% on the Suited Tie bet, for payouts of 11:1 and 50:1, respectively.

BONUSES AND SPECIAL FEATURES IN LIVE DRAGON TIGER

The Dragon Tiger game is all about fast gameplay in a sophisticated studio environment, offered in Live Casinos that work in partnership with Evolution. This game may not have an abundance of bonus features, but it certainly makes up for it with quicker gaming and nearly even chances of winning.

Players can wager on an even-money outcome or take a chance with an optional side bet — the Tie and Suited Tie bonus bets. Players have less control over strategy and outcomes, but the cash payouts on these bonus bets can make it worthwhile.

On top of that, players can upgrade their Live Casino gaming experience by claiming a casino bonus or special reward, such as a Cashback bonus or some extra cash through a mobile promotion.

SHOE STATISTICS

Players can view the history of previous game rounds, such as streaks and trends, through scorecards. The Bead Road and Big Road display results of each past round, while the Big Eye Road, Small Road and Cockroach Road are patterns derived from the Big Road. These statistics are cleared when a new shoe is introduced.

CONCLUSION

This table from Evolution is an ode to the myths and folklore of Asian cultures, perfectly embodied in gorgeous studios and sophisticated — yet minimalistic — gameplay. Playing is straightforward: simply take a seat at the table, place your main wager (and/or optional side bet) and wait for the dealer to distribute the cards. The game doesn’t offer many bonus features but it’s packed with roaring wins, fast rounds and is perfectly optimised for mobile play — what’s not to love?

GAME RULES

Here’s a quick overview of the gameplay, side bets and your odds of winning in this simple game:

• The game is played with eight decks, and the shoe is shuffled when the cut card is dealt.
• You are not playing against the dealer or other players at the table.
• Players can place bets on Dragon, Tiger, Tie or Suited Tie. The odds on these outcomes differ, as do the payouts.
• A single card will be dealt face-up to the Dragon and to the Tiger by the live dealer.
• From the lowest-valued card to the highest, they are as follows: A-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-J-Q-K.
• In the event of a Tie, half of the main bet (Dragon/Tiger bet) is returned and Tie bets will pay 11:1.
• A Suited Tie bet is a wager on the Dragon and Tiger having cards of equal value and suit. In the event of a Suited Tie, half of the main bet is returned and Suited Tie bets will pay 50:1.
• The minimum bet is €1 (or currency equivalent).