Live Dealer Blackjack Online
How does one capture the feeling of enjoying a physical game of blackjack in a virtual environment? No matter how advanced computers and chatbots might become, a fully simulated dealer and a company of like-minded players will always be partially replaced by code.
In this article, you'll learn about what makes Live Dealer Blackjack so special, what to expect from your live experience at Lucky Tiger Casino, and how to make the most of your pastime in terms of winnings! Take a moment to sign up now, then come back to see where the magic of the green velvet dwells!
Why You Should Play Live Blackjack
Live Blackjack, unlike a completely computer-simulated experience, bears the human touch that you can't replicate with algorithms. Even those reluctant to try this game variant admitted that the social component absent in a virtual game contributed greatly to their overall satisfaction. This, however, isn't the only benefit of going live – consider these factors as well.
Unprogrammed Randomness
Those familiar with college-grade math know that true randomness is almost impossible to achieve with the existing technology – that's why most of the random number generator engines used commercially deal with the so-called pseudo-random numbers. While this is still enough to create a likeness of true randomness, you can only expect it when executed physically – i.e., in the hands of a dealer you are observing live.
Dealing as an Art
You may agree that few things in the world are as pleasant to look at as a skilled person doing their job. Since Visionary iGaming, the company that contributes to our live dealer
services, has a stringent set of hiring criteria, you are guaranteed to see some of the most experienced and talented dealers out there. For some, the joy is in watching the nimble movements of the dealer's hands and the feel of each card landing on the canvas with the characteristic shuffling sound. In contrast, others feel more confident in the game's outcome when they see each minute detail as they play, starting from unwrapping a new card deck for each round.
Shared Joy is Doubled Joy
Live chat embedded in the game is, without a doubt, an essential component of live blackjack. Whether it's friendly small talk, cheers of encouragement, or yelps of disappointment, even this limited, textual rendition of a social situation unfolding around the table contributes greatly to how fulfilling your session eventually feels.
How it Works
As far as rules are concerned, playing Live Dealer Blackjack does not differ at all from what you might experience both in real life and while playing with a computer. The only standout feature is the presence of a person in a professional studio streaming their actions as an HD video (that's why a stable broadband connection is a must).
Let's revise the basic Blackjack rules, excluding the nuances:
- The dealer hands out two cards face up to each player and then two cards to themselves, with one face up (the "up card") and one face down (the "hole card").
- Dealer must hit (take another card) on 16 or below and stand (stop taking cards) on 17 or above.
- Dealer wins if their hand total is higher than yours without going over 21 (busting).
- Dealer loses if your hand total is higher than theirs or they bust.
- If both you and the dealer have the same total, it's a push (tie).
- Blackjack (Ace + 10-value card) on the first two cards for the dealer results in a win unless you also have blackjack (push).
How To Win Live Blackjack Online
The key to success lies in lots of practice, which can be done by playing demos of our blackjack games and in a fluid, highly adaptable approach to decision-making. Blackjack strategies you might have heard of or even practiced are all good as long as you recognize the benefits and limitations of each. Through practice, you will become able to combine the best components of each strategy, thus maximizing your wins during lucky rounds and curbing the losses when that one card won't show up.
