The heart of the Hilo game is the comparison of high and low cards so understanding card values is the basic strategy. The standard deck for this game is Aces at the bottom with Kings at the top. Some variations have Ace as the top rank. When playing Hilo you need to know the exact rules of the version you are playing since that can affect how you bet and consequently your winning chances. So always read the conditions before making decisions on your bets. Some casinos have the Joker in the deck