Live Dealer Blackjack Fundamentals: Building Your Foundation
Live dealer blackjack brings the feel of a real casino to your screen. A real dealer shuffles cards, deals them on a video stream, and you place bets just like at a brick‑and‑mortar table. The rules are the same as classic blackjack: aim for a hand total of 21 or as close as possible without going over, and beat the dealer’s hand.
Understanding the basics is the first step to success. The game uses a standard 52‑card deck, and most live tables run with six or eight decks in a shoe. The dealer must hit on 16 or less and stand on 17 or higher. A natural blackjack (an ace plus a ten‑value card) usually pays 3:2, though some tables offer 6:5 – the latter cuts your profit, so look for the 3:2 payout.
