How To Play Casino Blackjack

By: Nacole

Break Studios Contributing Writer

Have you ever wondered how to play casino blackjack? Casino blackjack is one of the most popular games in the casino that can be beaten. It holds a low house advantage and the opportunity for the players to win some extra cash. Before approaching a blackjack table there are a few rules that should be learned to become a successful casino blackjack player.

  1. To play casino blackjack, place your wager. Place a bet with at least the minimum allowed wager on the designated spot. The dealer will deal the cards to each player exposing everyone's hand and only one of his or her cards.
  2. Hit or Stand. If the dealer's card showing is a 7 or more, and your hand holds a value of 16 or less, you should take an additional card or hit. If your hand has a value of 17 or more, the best option is to stay. If the dealer's card is 6 or less, depending on the value of your hand, you may not need to hit unless the value is 11 or less. A dealer's card value of 6 or less is considered a “bust” card. This means assuming the blackjack dealer has a ten underneath, the dealer has a higher chance of going over 21. If the dealer does bust, all players will win regardless of the value of their hand.
  3. Collect your winnings in casino blackjack. Anytime your hand is greater than the dealer's hand you win equal to your bet. If you have a blackjack or your hand equals 21 without any additional cards, you are an automatic winner. A blackjack hand usually awards a rate of 3 to 2, meaning if you bet $10 you will win $15. If your hand is the same as the dealer's, you will not win or lose your money, this is considered a “push.”
Posted on: May. 10, 2010