What happens on a tie?

The round escalates to war, with an additional stake and a fresh card for each side.

Is there any strategy?

Very little — the only real decision is whether to go to war on a tie.

It comes entirely from how ties are resolved; the base hand is close to even.

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High card wins, ties push.

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Vault War

High card wins, ties push.

You and the dealer each receive one card and the higher card wins, paying even money.

If the cards tie, the round goes to war and the stakes increase before a second card decides the hand.

What happens on a tie?: The round escalates to war, with an additional stake and a fresh card for each side.
Is there any strategy?: Very little — the only real decision is whether to go to war on a tie.
What is the house edge?: It comes entirely from how ties are resolved; the base hand is close to even.