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Blackjack Online at BOYLE Casino
Whether you call it blackjack, pontoon, twenty-one, or vingt-un, blackjack is a casino classic that’s been played throughout the world for more than 200 years. It’s one of the most popular and most strategic casino games.
If you’re looking to play blackjack online, you’ll find a wide range of online blackjack games at BOYLE Casino, including traditional versions of blackjack and innovative takes on the game. You can even play live online blackjack with real-life dealers. Whether you’re new to blackjack or an experienced player, you’ll find the game for you.
To play blackjack with us, simply sign up to create your BOYLE Casino account.
What Is Online Blackjack?
Online blackjack is an online casino table game you play against the dealer. Your aim is to hold a hand of cards with a total as close to 21 as possible, without going over this target number. If you get closer to 21 than the dealer, you win that bet.
Blackjack Rules
At the start of a round of blackjack online, you place your bet, then the dealer hands two cards, face-up, to each player. The dealer lays down two cards for themself, usually one face down and one face up.
Based on the value of your cards, you can:
• Hit to take another card
• Stand to stay with your current hand
• Double down to double your bet and take another card
• Split your hand into two if you were dealt a matching pair of cards – you’ll then play with two hands
Once all players at the table have finished their turn, deciding to stand or going bust (going over 21), the dealer reveals their face-down card. If the dealer’s hand is 16 or less, they have to hit. If it’s 17 or higher, they have to stand.
If your hand is closer to 21 than the dealer's or if the dealer goes bust, you win. An initial hand of an Ace and a 10 is called a natural blackjack and is an automatic winning hand. The only way you can’t win with this hand is if the dealer also gets a natural blackjack.
In most blackjack games, winnings are paid out 1:1, meaning you get your stake back plus the same amount you bet. If you place a £5 bet on a hand of blackjack and you win, you’d get £10 back (your £5 stake and another £5 prize return).
Online Blackjack Card Values
The card values are simple to understand in blackjack. It works like this:
• Numbered Cards (2-10): Their value is their face value. So, the Two of Clubs would be worth 2 points.
• Face Cards (Jack, Queen, King): Each card is worth 10 points.
• Aces: Aces can be worth 1 or 11 points, depending on which value benefits the hand most without busting. When your starting hand contains an Ace, it’s known as a soft hand. This is because it could be worth 1 or 11. For example, a starting hand including an Ace and a 7 could be worth 8 or 17. A hard hand is where the Ace must be valued at 1; if it were to be valued at 11, it would bust. An example of a hard hand would be 10, 7 and an Ace.
Blackjack Strategies & Tips
The best blackjack betting tip is to understand the rules of the blackjack game you’re playing. Many of our online live blackjack games can be played in a free demo mode, which is a great way to make sure you learn the game before you bet with real money. It’s always best to set a bankroll, which is how much you want to bet and stick to it.
Once you know what you’re doing, you can start getting into blackjack betting strategies. There are plenty of moves you can make to reduce the house edge and give yourself a better chance of winning. You’ll find charts online that can help you get a handle on the best blackjack bets to make. Similar to online roulette games, there are plenty of strategies and tips available throughout Blackjack to help you make the most of different scenarios.
Some helpful tips include:
â—Ź Stand on a hand of 17 or more: As the chances are that the next card to be drawn will be more than four.
● Double down on a hand of 11: As there’s a strong chance the next card drawn will be less than 11.
â—Ź Never split your hand if you have two 10s: As a hand of 20 will win most rounds.
â—Ź Split a pair of 8s or a pair of Aces: As splitting aces lets you benefit from having two hands of 11, whilst splitting 8s lets you avoid a weak hand of 16.
Once you’re confident with your blackjack play, there are plenty of blackjack strategies you can learn too, including negative progression betting and Oscar’s blackjack betting.
How To Play Blackjack At BOYLE Casino
It’s easy to play blackjack online at BOYLE Casino. Just follow these simple steps:
• Step 1: Click the “Join Now” button (or sign in if you’re an existing customer)
• Step 2: Fill out your details in our short sign-up form and confirm your account details
• Step 3: Make your first deposit
• Step 4: Choose your blackjack game, and play away
Types Of Blackjack Online Games At BOYLE Casino
We have a wide selection of online live blackjack games at BOYLE Casino, including:
o Classic Blackjack Online: This is the traditional version of blackjack, often played with 6-8 decks of cards. It’s played using the standard rules of blackjack.
o European Blackjack: European blackjack has a few different rules compared to the classic version. One of the main differences is that the dealer initially gets only one card. The second card is drawn only after all the players have made their moves.
o American Blackjack: In American blackjack, the dealer gets two cards straightaway. One is dealt face up and one face down (the hole card). If the dealer’s first card is an Ace or a 10, they get to peek at their hole card to see if they have a natural blackjack, which ends the round.
o Single Deck Blackjack: This is played with a single deck of cards, which lowers the house edge. It’s a popular version amongst strategic blackjack players.
o Multi-Hand Blackjack: With multi-hand blackjack games, you get to play multiple hands of blackjack all at once.
o Live Dealer Blackjack: Offering a more immersive online casino experience, our live blackjack games are streamed live from a casino studio. They happen in real time and feature real-life dealers who deal the cards and keep the action moving. You can even interact with the live dealer through the Live Chat function.
Some of the most popular blackjack games at BOYLE Casino include Infinite Blackjack Live and Power Blackjack Live.
European vs American Blackjack
European and American Blackjack follow the same basic aim: get your hand as close to 21 as possible without going over, while beating the dealer's hand. However, there are some key differences in how the dealer's cards are dealt and when they check for a natural blackjack.
1. European Blackjack
Dealer’s initial cards: Usually, one card is dealt face up.
Dealer’s hole card: The dealer’s second card is usually dealt after players have completed their hands.
Blackjack check: The dealer typically checks for blackjack later in the round.
Player decisions: Players make their decisions before the dealer receives their second card.
Key difference: Players make their decisions without knowing whether the dealer has a natural blackjack.
2. American Blackjack
Dealer’s initial cards: Two cards are dealt, with one card face up and one card face down.
Dealer’s hole card: The dealer receives the hole card at the start of the round.
Blackjack check: The dealer can check the hole card for blackjack before players continue.
Player decisions: Players make their decisions after the dealer has received both cards.
Key difference: The dealer can check for a natural blackjack before play continues.
Play Blackjack Online At BOYLE Casino
Sign up with BOYLE Casino, and you’ll have access to the best blackjack games online, including classic blackjack, new versions of the game and live casino blackjack. When signing up, check out our range of casino bonuses for the latest offers.
At BOYLE Casino, we’re committed to providing a safe, secure and fair gaming environment for all our players.
We are fully committed to responsible gambling and have a variety of resources available to support our players. For further information on responsible gambling, visit BeGambleAware.org and GamCare.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the odds in blackjack?
For classic blackjack, the odds of you beating the dealer and winning are 42.22%. The dealer has a slightly higher chance of winning, at 49.1%, whilst the odds of the round being a tie are 8.48%. With a 42.22% chance of winning, blackjack offers some of the best odds when it comes to casino games. And with a good blackjack betting strategy, you’ll be able to push those odds of winning even higher.
How do I win at online blackjack?
Blackjack is a simple game. You play against the dealer and win if you get 21 or as close to 21 without going bust – and by beating the dealer’s hand in the process. If you get a 10 and an Ace as your first two cards, this is called a natural blackjack. It’s an automatic winning hand, unless the dealer gets a natural blackjack too.
What are insurance bets in blackjack?
An insurance bet is a special kind of bet you can place in most games of blackjack. Insurance bets are side bets that are offered to players if the dealer’s face-up card is an Ace (considered the best card to have). Insurance bets pay out at 2/1, rather than 1/1, with the maximum bet allowed usually half of the player's main bet.
Can I play blackjack on my mobile device?
Yes, you can play blackjack on your mobile device with BOYLE Casino. Simply log in to your BOYLE Casino account on your mobile device and play through your browser. Alternatively, you can play through the BOYLE Casino app on your chosen mobile device.
Can I play Live Dealer blackjack at BOYLE Casino?
At BOYLE Casino, we have a fantastic selection of live blackjack games from the top game developers in the industry in our live casino. Each features a real-life dealer, with the live action streamed to your chosen device in real time.
What are Live Blackjack Games?
At BOYLE Casino, there are plenty of different blackjack games available. Live blackjack online games are ones that are played in a real studio, with a dealer conducting the gameplay from a studio.
What happens if I tie with the dealer in Blackjack?
If you and the dealer have the same hand value, the round is usually a push. This means the bet is a tie rather than a win or loss, so your original stake is returned. However, some blackjack games might have different rules for ties.
Is Online Blackjack at BOYLE Casino fair?
Yes, online blackjack games at BOYLE Casino are determined by randomised gameplay through shuffled decks or Random Number Generator software, meaning the gameplay is completely fair and random.
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