Blackjack Party

One of the most popular table games at casinos is Blackjack. In recent years, a pumped-up version of that card game has become known at Blackjack Party. The latter version adds a fun and festive party atmosphere with loud music and girls dancing. There are some subtle differences between the two when it comes to the best live blackjack online rules, but the basics remain the same.

Whether you are playing at a land-based casino resort or at the best live blackjack online, this game offers an excellent blend of luck and skill. The basic premise of Blackjack is simple to understand, but it is also filled with playing strategy. Gaining a good understanding of both the rules and playing strategy will increase your chances to walk away a winner.

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Basic Live Black Jack Rules

The main objective of Black Jack is getting a playing had that adds up to 21 without going over that total. All number cards are counted at face value. A King, Queen or Jack face card count as 10 and an Ace can count as 11 or one.

Play begins with two cards dealt down to players and one card up and one card down to the dealer. An Ace with a 10 or face card is an automatic winner for the player. If the player’s hand adds up to less than 21, they can request another card. Most of the best live blackjack players will ‘stick’ with their two cards if they add up to 16 or higher. The decision to take a card also hinges on the dealer’s card that is exposed.

The basic rules require the dealer to take another card when their hand adds up to 16 or lower. Once all the players at the table stick with the cards they have, the dealer will then play out their hand. If the total of the player’s hand is higher than the live dealer’s total, they win. If the player’s hand adds up to more than 21, they ‘bust’ and lose. If both the player and the dealer match totals, the hand is a ‘push’ or a tie.

Live Blackjack Party Rules

Along with the added fun and festive atmosphere, Blackjack Party does tweak the basic rules a bit in the House’s favor. Right off the bat, the payout on a Blackjack ( Ace plus 10 or face card) is at 6-to-5 odds as opposed to the standard 3-to-2 payout for this two-card combination.

This rule changes the overall House edge from a potential 0.5 percent to around 1.9 percent.

Another way the House improves its overall edge is by allowing dealers to hit on a ‘soft’ 17. Ultimately, this is when the dealer has an Ace and a six in their hand. For the best live blackjack online, this improves the edge to over two percent.

The main reason why Blackjack Party is still a popular option at casinos is because of the added party atmosphere. Most players are out to have fun with less concerns about the House edge. Many do not even realize that those subtle changes to the rules actually lowers their chance to win.

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