This game is named after its specific game mechanic: that is, betting on the player or the banker hand. Players pick which hand will hit the winning total first or if a tie will occur. Although it is generally a game of chance, experienced players can have the upper hand when playing Punto Banco.
Hong Kong is a special administrative region of China, and was handed back to the Chinese from the British in 1997. Hong Kong is famed for its vibrant economy. The Hong Kong Jockey Club is the only legal gambling outlet in the region, but players can play online on websites based abroad.