How to Play
Master card counting with various systems
What is Card Counting?
Card counting is a technique used to track the ratio of high to low cards remaining in the deck. By keeping a "running count," you can estimate whether the remaining cards favor certain outcomes.
Choosing a System
We offer 7 different counting systems. Level 1 systems are simpler and great for beginners. Level 2 systems are more accurate but require more practice.
Balanced - Full deck sums to 0
Unbalanced - Full deck does not sum to 0
Level 1 - Beginner
Most popular system. Easy to learn.
Card Values
2+1
3+1
4+1
5+1
6+1
70
80
90
10-1
J-1
Q-1
K-1
A-1
2-6: +17, 8, 9: 010-A: -1
Level 2 - Intermediate
Quick Reference
| System | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | J | Q | K | A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hi-Lo | +1 | +1 | +1 | +1 | +1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 |
| KO (Knock-Out) | +1 | +1 | +1 | +1 | +1 | +1 | 0 | 0 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 |
| Ace/Five | 0 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 |
| Hi-Opt I | 0 | +1 | +1 | +1 | +1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | 0 |
| Hi-Opt II | +1 | +1 | +2 | +2 | +1 | +1 | 0 | 0 | -2 | -2 | -2 | -2 | 0 |
| Omega II | +1 | +1 | +2 | +2 | +2 | +1 | 0 | -1 | -2 | -2 | -2 | -2 | 0 |
| Zen Count | +1 | +1 | +2 | +2 | +2 | +1 | 0 | 0 | -2 | -2 | -2 | -2 | -1 |
Example
If you see these cards in order:
K→5→3→8→A
Hi-Lo:
K
-1
5
+1
3
+1
8
0
A
-1
Running count: -1 + 1 + 1 + 0 + (-1) = 0
How Practice Works
- 1Choose your counting system and settings
- 2Cards will appear one at a time - count them mentally
- 3After all cards are shown, enter your final count
- 4See your results and challenge friends!
Tips
- •Start with Hi-Lo or Ace/Five if you're new
- •Focus on accuracy before speed
- •Practice cancellation: K+5 = 0 in Hi-Lo
- •Once comfortable, try faster speeds or harder systems