LAS VEGAS POKER & BLACKJACK
Cartridge Instructions
(For 1 or 2 Players)
Hit! Stick! Raise! Discard? Drop! You win! One or two players can play
against the dealer in Las Vegas POKER & BLACKJACK. Rules are
identical to Las Vegas table rules. You have a choice of BLACKJACK or
three different POKER games, and if you "win," you can carry your
pretend winnings from one game to another. Keep in mind you'll
need to be sharp to outplay the computerized dealer -- he knows
what he's doing!
BLACKJACK * 5 & 7 CARD STUD * 5 CARD DRAW POKER
OBJECT OF THE GAME
The whole idea is fun! You'll place your pretend bets and watch your
simulated "WALLET" grow. Or watch it shrink as Lady Luck and your
own card playing skill dictate!
GAME CONTROLS
Select Game [1 - 6]:
[1] = FIVE CARD STUD
[2] = SEVEN CARD STUD
[3] = FIVE CARD DRAW
[4] = BLACKJACK
[5] = DEALERS CHOICE
[6] = SAME GAME
[7] = HIT
[8] = DOUBLE DOWN
[9] = STAND
[Enter] = CALL/RAISE
LOWER SIDE BUTTONS = DROP
DISC = VIEW FACE DOWN CARDS
NOTICE: The top two buttons on the hand controllers are not used in
any of the card games.
BRING ON THE DEALER!
When you press View Disc on either hand controller, animated Dealer
will appear on your TV screen.
Remember: he's computerized. He "talks" to you by means of cartoon
balloons. Sometimes he only deals and acts as banker (Blackjack).
Sometimes he participates (Poker)! Keep watching his eyes. He's
shifty!
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The following procedures apply to all of the card games:
1. DEALER and PLAYERS -- In all games, when Dealer appears on the
screen, letters P1 (Player #1) and P2 (Player #2) will also appear.
Flashing Arrow will appear next to whichever player has the next
turn. At the end of each hand, the letter "W" will appear beside the
player who WINS. An "L" will appear beside the player who LOSES.
Also, Dealer will "smile" when he wins, "frown" when he loses. (In
BLACKJACK, a "push" is a tie. For example, if both you and the dealer
wind up with a 17, it's a standoff. Nobody wins.)
2. Wallet -- this is your pretend Bank. At the start of play, the Dealer
will ask "WALLET?" Each player then inputs the theoretical amount
of money he wishes to play with. He does this by pressing the DIGIT
keys on his Hand Controller corresponding to the amount he wants in
his WALLET, and by pressing the [ENTER] key to confirm. Thus to
play with a $500 WALLET you would press DIGIT keys [5], [0], [0],
followed by [ENTER]. If you change your mind about the amount of
your WALLET, press the [CLEAR] key before pressing [ENTER]. Once
[ENTER] is pressed, the amount cannot be changed.
If a player loses his entire WALLET, he is out of the game and his
Hand Controller becomes inoperative. If both players lose their
WALLETS, the DEALER will say "BANKRUPT!" followed by
"WALLET?", and the players can then enter new WALLETS. If only
one player has lost his WALLET and wants to get back into the game,
press reset, this will eliminate the WALLET of the remaining player
who can then re-enter the same WALLET he had before pressing
RESET.
The amount in a player's WALLET will be carried over into the next
cardgame whether the same game or a different one is selected. For
example, if you still had $200 left after poker and wanted to switch
to Blackjack, the WALLET ($200) would carry over.
3. Ready -- after both players have entered their WALLETS, the
DEALER will ask "READY?" This is the time to select the game you
want to play, which you want to play, which you do by pressing the
corresponding name key on your Hand Controller. You can also let
the DEALER choose the next game by pressing "DEALER'S CHOICE."
Only a player who is still in the game (still has a WALLET) can select
the next game.
4. Bet -- rules of theoretical betting vary with each game (see
instructions for individual games) but the following procedure
applies to all games:
Initially, when the DEALER asks "BET?", you input your simulated
BET by pressing the DIGIT keys corresponding to the amount you
want to BET, then pressing [ENTER] to confirm. In poker, to call, press
CALL [Enter]. To raise, press amount (say $25) followed by RAISE
[Enter]. If you want to change your simulated BET, press [CLEAR]
before pressing [ENTER], then BET again. The amount of the BET will
appear in each player's column just above the amount of the
WALLET. As a player wins or loses, the amount of the BET will be
added to or subtracted from his WALLET.
Note: In BLACKJACK, the DEALER does not BET. He merely acts as
banker. In the POKER games, however, he can BET, CALL, or RAISE
just like the other players.
Las Vegas BLACKJACK
Object of the Game: To score as close to, but no higher than 21 points
in a single hand while beating the dealer's total. If you are dealt a
card that puts you over 21 points, you lose.
Card Values: All numbered cards 2 through 10 count for their face
value. An ace counts for either one or eleven points (players' and
DEALER'S option).All picture cards (Jack, Queen, and King) count for
10 points. The highest hand you can have is BLACKJACK, 21 points in
two cards, which therefore must include an Ace and either a picture
card or a ten. Whoever gets BLACKJACK, player or DEALER,
automatically wins. As we said earlier, if a player and the DEALER
have tie hands, it's a "PUSH". Nobody wins or loses (you will note that
in this case the DEALER neither smiles nor frowns).
HOW TO PLAY
1. Turn Master Control Switch ON, insert cartridge and press RESET.
2. The DEALER appears and asks both players (P1 and P2) for their
WALLETS. The players enter their WALLETS by pressing the DIGIT
keys followed by [ENTER] (see "WALLET" in General Instructions).
Note: If one player wants to play alone, he should enter a zero
WALLET on the other player's Hand Controller -- press [0] followed
by [ENTER].
3. The DEALER asks "READY?" Now select BLACKJACK by pressing the
BLACKJACK by pressing the BLACKJACK key (same as #4 key). Either
player may select. The DEALER will announce "BLACKJACK," and
computer will automatically shuffle a full deck.
4. The DEALER will ask "BET?" The flashing arrow will appear next to
P1 and he will make his first simulated BET by pressing the DIGIT
keys for the desired amount, then pressing [ENTER] to confirm, or
[CLEAR] if he changes his mind (see "BET" in General Instructions).
Note: The first round of theoretical betting takes place before any
cards are dealt. The flasher then moves to P2 and simulated BET is
made.
Important:
* You cannot BET more than $999 on one BET.
* Also, you cannot BET more than your WALLET.
* Minimum BET is $1.
* If you disregard any of these rules, you will hear a loud buzz, try
again.
* Remember, in BLACKJACK, the DEALER does not BET. He merely acts
as a banker.
5. After both players have BET, the DEALER will deal the cards. His
right hand will move, his eyes will shift from side to side (he is,
however, an honest dealer), and the cards will appear. The DEALER
gets one face down card and one face up card, and each player gets
two "up" cards.
6. The DEALER says "HIT?", and the flasher appears next to P1, so he
must decide whether or not he wants a "hit," that is, another card. If
he decides he wants another card he presses the HIT [7] key on his
Hand Controller. If, however, decides to "stick" with his first two
cards, he presses the STAND [9] key. A player can ask for as many
HITS as he likes so long as he does not exceed 21 points. If he goes
over 21 an "L" (for "lose") will appear in his column, the DEALER will
smile triumphantly, and the player's losing BET will be subtracted
from his simulated WALLET.
The flasher will then move to P2 and Player will decide whether he
wants to HIT or STAND. If, suppose, he decides to STAND, the DEALER
will then reveal his "down" card. As in Las Vegas rules, if the DEALER
has a total of 17 or more points on his first two cards, he cannot
draw another card. If, however, he has fewer than 17 points on his
first two cards, he must continue to deal himself cards until he
reaches 17 or more points -- then he must stop.
7. Double Down: If a player is dealt a total of 9, 10, or 11 points on
his first two cards, it may be advantageous to DOUBLE DOWN, that is,
double his original simulated BET. He does this by pressing the
DOUBLE DOWN key [8] on his Hand Controller. He can do this only
after his first two cards, and he will be dealt one additional card
only. He cannot DOUBLE DOWN, however, if by doing so his BET would
exceed his WALLET. Thus a player with a $50 WALLET whose
original BET was $30, cannot DOUBLE DOWN as the resulting $60 BET
would exceed his WALLET. A loud buzz will inform a player who
makes this error and his BET will be disallowed. If a player DOUBLES
DOWN, the DEALER will say "DOUBLE" and immediately deal the card.
8. You can play BLACKJACK as long as you like by pressing either
Blackjack or SAME GAME when the DEALER asks "READY?" at the end
of each hand. Enjoy Las Vegas BLACKJACK!
Las Vegas RULES FOR POKER
In all POKER games, the order of highest hands, from the highest
down to the lowest, is as follows:
1. Royal Flush -- Ten, Jack, Queen, King, Ace, in any suit (spades,
hearts, diamonds, or clubs).
2. Straight Flush -- Five cards in order of the same suit, but not as
high as a Royal Flush. Example: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, of clubs.
3. Four of a Kind -- Four like cards of the same kind. Example: four
8's.
4. Full House -- Three cards of one kind and two of another kind. Ex:
three 10's and two 5's. Three 10's and two 5's is higher than three 9's
and two Kings.
5. Flush -- five cards of one suit. Ex: 4, 6, 7, J, K, of hearts. In the
event of more than one player holding a flush, the flush with the
highest card (or cards) wins. (the different suits are not a factor in
any Poker hand, so a flush in any suit is as good as a flush in any
other suit.)
6. Straight -- Five cards in sequence of any suit. Ex: 8, 9, 10, J, Q, in
mixed suits.
7. Three of a Kind -- Three like cards. Ex: three 7's.
8. Two Pair -- Two cards of one kind and two of another. Ex: two 3's
and two Queens. In the event of two hands holding the same two
pairs, the hand with the higher fifth card is the winner. If the fifth
card is also the same, it's a tie.
9. One Pair -- Two cards of the same kind. Ex: two 6's. In the event of
two hands each with a pair, the higher pair wins. If both hands have
the same pair, then the hand with the highest three remaining cards
wins.
10. High Card -- If no hand has so much as a pair, then the hand with
the highest card (or cards) wins. Ex: K, J, 10, 8, 5, beats J, 10, 8, 7, 5,
Also, K, J, 10, 7, 5.
Las Vegas 5-CARD STUD
OBJECT OF THE GAME:
To draw the highest Poker hand. Only the "house" (DEALER) "settles
up" (pays and collects simulated bets), but you must beat both the
DEALER and the other player. There is only one winner per hand.
HOW TO PLAY
1. Ready? -- When the DEALER asks "READY?", it's time to select your
game. Press FIVE CARD STUD (same as #1 key) on your Hand
Controller. The DEALER will "announce" the game and you'll hear him
shuffle the cards (computer actually shuffles a full deck).
2. Ante Up -- The DEALER requests an ANTE, which is a simulated $1
per player(for all POKER games). The POT then shows $3, since the
DEALER and both players have theoretically anted $1 each
(automatic ante). Each player has $1 subtracted from his WALLET.
The cards are dealt, one "down" and one "up "to each player.
3. Time to Bet -- DEALER says "BET?" [0], meaning it's time to place a
simulated BET but no BET has been made as yet. Remember, in all
POKER games the DEALER can BET, RAISE, and CALL just like the
players.
The flasher appears next to the player with the highest card showing
and he BETS first. (This could be the dealer.) To BET, press DIGIT
keys followed by ENTER (see BET in General Instructions). The
maximum simulated BET (per turn) is $99. You can never BET more
than your WALLET. However, you can CALL (match preceding BET)
and go in the "hole", resulting in a minus WALLET -- see step #7.
RAISING YOUR BET
If the bet to you is $100 and you want to raise $25
PRESS 2 + 5 + RAISE
If a second player (besides the dealer) is in the game, he will bet
next.
Now it takes $125 to stay in the game.
Some more facts about betting:
* Your simulated BET will appear on the screen just above your
WALLET.
* As all BETS are made they are added to the total POT.
* If you change your mind about your BET, press CLEAR (before
pressing ENTER),then bet again.
* If you want to CALL (match the preceding BET), just press the CALL
key (same as RAISE and ENTER key)
* If you just want to pass, "check" your hand (which you can only do
if there is no new BET or RAISE preceding your turn) press ENTER.
* The DEALER will "announce" all BETS, RAISES, and CALLS, including
the amounts involved.
4. Play the Hand -- Three or more "up" cards will be dealt to each
player. You BET, CALL, or RAISE in order each round of cards, the
hand with the highest cards showing always betting first.
5. Want To Check Your Hole Card? -- Press the "VIEW CARDS" disc on
your Hand Controller to see your "down" card. Ask the other player
to look away at this point, since you must beat him as well as the
DEALER!
6. Want To Drop -- if you don't think you can win and want to drop
out ("fold" your hand) -- press any side button on your Hand
Controller, DEALER will announce "DROP" and your cards will
disappear from the screen.
7. Get Lost! -- If you've tried to make a simulated BET that exceeds
your WALLET, the DEALER will net you know by announcing "GET
LOST!" Your BET will be disallowed. You can, however, exceed your
WALLET to CALL -- you will then see a minus WALLET on the
screen. To get back in the game you must press the RESET button on
the Master Component and both players will have to enter WALLETS.
(Amounts they have at this point.)
8. Who Won?! -- After all the cards have been dealt and all BETS
called, all "down" cards will turn over. A "W" will appear next to the
winner and the DEALER will announce what the winning hand is, for
instance, "THREE OF A KIND. "The POT will theoretically be added to
the winner's WALLET (unless, of course, the DEALER wins).
9. Want To Play Again? -- To play another hand of 5-CARD STUD,
press either FIVE CARD STUD (same as #1 key) or SAME GAME (#6
key). You can also select any other game or leave it up to the dealer
(DEALER'S CHOICE, #5 key).
* Beware! The DEALER can bluff! (So can you!!)
* No limit on number of raises.
* Good luck! Enjoy Las Vegas 5-CARD STUD!
Las Vegas 7-CARD STUD
The rules for 7-CARD STUD are identical to the rules for 5-CARD STUD
except for the following:
1. Each player is dealt seven cards instead of five.
2. There are three "down" cards instead of one. They are the first,
second, and seventh cards.
3. The first round of simulated betting takes place after the third
card("up" card) is dealt.
4. You use the best bet out of your seven cards to make your highest
hand.
With above points in mind, follow 5-CARD-STUD Instructions to play
7-CARD STUD. (Note: SEVEN CARD STUD key on your Hand Controller
is same as #2 Key.)
Las Vegas 5-CARD DRAW
OBJECT OF THE GAME
To draw the highest Poker hand. Only the "house" (DEALER) "settles
up"(pays and collects simulated bets), but you must beat both the
DEALER and the other player. There is only one winner per hand.
HOW TO PLAY:
1. Ready? -- When the DEALER asks "READY?", it's time to select your
game. Press FIVE CARD DRAW (#3 key) on your Hand Control. The
DEALER will "announce" the game and you'll hear him shuffle the
cards (computer actually shuffles a full deck).
2. Ante Up! -- The DEALER requests an ANTE, which is a simulated $1
per player (for all POKER games). The POT then shows $3, since the
DEALER and both players have theoretically anted $1 each
(automatic ante).Each player has $1 subtracted from his WALLET.
The cards are dealt, five "down" cards to each player.
3. Want to See Your Cards? -- Press the "VIEW CARDS" disc on your
Hand Controller to see your cards. Ask the other player to look away
at this point, since you must beat him as well as the DEALER!
4. Time to Bet! -- DEALER says, "BET?" [0], meaning it's time to place
a simulated BET but no BET has been made as yet. Remember, in all
POKER games the DEALER can BET, RAISE, and CALL just like the
other players.
The flasher appears next to Player #1 and he BETS first (Player #1
always BETS first in 5-CARD DRAW). To BET, press DIGIT keys
followed by ENTER (see BET in General Instructions). The maximum
simulated BET(per turn) is $99. However, you can never BET more
than your WALLET. You can CALL (match preceding BET) and go in
the "hole," resulting in a minus WALLET.
(Review More Facts About Betting: See 5-CARD STUD BETTING
section.)
* Your simulated BET will appear on the screen just above your
WALLET.
* As all BETS are made they are added to the total POT.
* If you change your mind about your BET, press CLEAR (before
pressing ENTER) then BET again.
* If you want to CALL (match the preceding BET), just press the CALL
key (same as RAISE and ENTER key).
* If you want to RAISE, press the RAISE key after pressing the DIGIT
keys. You should not include the amount of the previous simulated
BET in your RAISE. For instance, if the previous simulated BET is
$100 and you want to RAISE $25, just press the DIGIT keys for 25,
then press RAISE.
* If you just want to pass (which you can only do if there is no new
BET or RAISE preceding your turn), press ENTER.
* The DEALER will announce all BETS, RAISES, and CALLS, including
the amount of money involved.
5. Discard? -- After all simulated first round BETS have been called,
the DEALER will ask, "DISCARD?", and each player starting with
Player #1 will decide how many cards in his hand, if any, he wants to
replace. To do this press DIGIT keys 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 which correspond
to your cards reading from left to right.
Player decides he wants to keep his pair of 8's and discard the 3, 6,
and Queen. He would then press Key #1 (to discard the 3), Key #2(to
discard the 6), and Key #5 (to discard the Queen). Three new cards
will then be dealt automatically. Important: If you want to replace
only one or two cards, you must press ENTER after discarding in
order to be dealt your new cards. Discarding three as in above
example produces automatic replacement without pressing ENTER.
You cannot replace more than three cards under any circumstances!
If you do not want any new cards, just press ENTER.
6. Bet Again -- Time for the final round of simulated betting. Follow
same procedure as step #4.
7. Want To Drop? -- If you don't think you can win and want to
"fold," press any side button on your Hand Controller. DEALER will
announce "DROP" and your cards will disappear from the screen.
8. Get Lost! -- If you've tried to make a simulated BET that exceeds
your WALLET, the DEALER will let you know by announcing, "GET
LOST!"
Your BET will be disallowed. You can, however, exceed your WALLET
to CALL (match preceding BET) at any time. You will then see a
minus WALLET on your screen.
9. Who Won?! -- After all bets on the second round have been called,
the "down" cards will turn over. A "W" will appear next to the winner
and the DEALER will announce what the winning hand is, for
instance, "TWO PAIR." The POT will theoretically then be added to
the winner's WALLET (unless, of course, the DEALER wins).
10. Want To Play Again? -- To play another hand of 5-CARD DRAW,
press either FIVE-CARD DRAW (#3 key) or SAME GAME (#6 key). You
can also select any other game or leave it up to the dealer (DEALER'S
CHOICE, #5 key).
* Beware! The DEALER can bluff! (So can you!!)
* No limit on the number of raises.
* Good luck! Enjoy 5-CARD DRAW!
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