The basic rules for all of our live blackjack games are the same – beat the dealer (by getting closer to 21 without busting). However, each game has its own unique features; these can be different side bets and payouts, as well as varied minimum and maximum betting limits.
Some of the decisions that you’ll have to make are as follows:
Hit or Stand
These are the most important decisions that you’ll have to make in each game. Whether to get another card (hit) or finish your turn (stand). You can decide what to do while other players are taking their turn, and the dealer will play the hand accordingly when he/she gets to you.
Double Down
There are some hands, like a 7-4, for example, when doubling your bet might be the smart option. If you choose to add this additional bet, you will only receive one more card, and then your turn is over.
Split
If you’re dealt a matching pair of numbers, you’ll have the option to split them and receive another two hands. You’ll have to double your ante since you’re now playing with two hands.
Insurance
When the dealer is showing an Ace, you’ll have the option to buy insurance against the house having a Blackjack.
Surrender
This is an option that is only available in certain Live Blackjack variants. It allows you to surrender your bet and receive back a portion of the ante bet. Once you “Hit” you can no longer surrender.
Multi-Seat
Some tables will allow you to play multiple hands simultaneously. Since this is a Live Dealer game, this option is only available when there are open seats at your table.
Bet Behind
If you join a table that has no open seats, or enjoy betting on other punters hands, you can enable the Bet Behind option on selected Live Blackjack games. You can choose how much to bet, but all the decisions are left up to the players whose hand it is. Should they split or double, you will also have to double your bet.
Side Bets
Depending on the game, there are several side bets that you can make, which add to the excitement of each hand.
Player’s Pair
If you are dealt a matching pair of cards, you win this side bet. The payout is based on whether it’s a perfect pair, matching colors, suits, or just numbers.
Dealers Pair
Similar to the players except it’s based on the dealer’s cards
21+3
This bet takes a look at your two face-up cards and the dealers first face-up card, and if they make any of the following poker hands you win the bet; Flush, Straight, Three of a Kind, Straight Flush, or Suited Three of a Kind.