{"id":4155,"date":"2022-05-15T12:19:26","date_gmt":"2022-05-15T12:19:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iscasinolegit.reviews\/?p=4155"},"modified":"2024-02-22T19:49:20","modified_gmt":"2024-02-22T19:49:20","slug":"how-to-play-blackjack-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iscasinolegit.reviews\/how-to-play-blackjack-guide","title":{"rendered":"How to Play Blackjack Online 2024: Step By Step Guide For Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
As they say, you will never know about something you learn it. This simply shows that until you make out time to learn about something, you can never tell how it works. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You may speculate about it, assuming the worst, without knowing there\u2019s nothing to worry about. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is exactly the way it is with how some individuals view the game of Blackjack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Blackjack is a table as well as a card game. It is not the only game played with cards, mind you, but it is one of the best because it is simple, exciting, and practical. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Blackjack is simple because it is easy to understand and play. It is exciting because it is filled with suspense: no one can tell the outcome of a hand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally, Blackjack is a practical game, which must be played to win or lose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many people stay away from Blackjack because they believe it is a difficult game, which requires a lot of tactics to be played. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Well, in as much as they may not be wrong about the game requiring strategies, they are not correct about it being difficult to play. By the time you are done with this guide, you will not desire to play any other game but Blackjack. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This guide will break down the game in a way you will understand how it is played. Here, you will learn the terms related to Blackjack, the layout of the table, how to count the cards, the different basic rules of the game, and the steps to follow to play the game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This guide is going to be a one-stop-shop on how to play Blackjack Online<\/strong> as a beginner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Everything you need to know about the game is contained here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So many things discourage people from playing Blackjack. The name of the game alone makes some people think playing the game is a big deal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n But, once they play it, they will discover how friendly and easygoing the game is. If you are wondering why you should play Blackjack, here are some things you should know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n a<\/strong>. Blackjack is easy to play. As stated earlier, this game isn\u2019t as difficult as a lot of people assume. You will soon see that it is the simplest card game to play. <\/p>\n\n\n\n I mean, you don\u2019t have to worry about the right kind of bets as seen in Roulette or what the dice outcome means, as you would do in Craps. Here, you only worry about the total value of your cards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It only requires little arithmetic skills from you. That\u2019s all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n b<\/strong>. You will only focus on the dealer. What this means is that the business at the table is between you and the dealer. Other players may or may not be there as far as you are concerned; you have nothing to do with them. So, you don\u2019t have to worry about other players this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n c<\/strong>. The outcome of other players does not affect yours. All of you can win and all of you can lose. That someone else on the table won does not mean you too will not win in that round. You will understand why it is so as you continue reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n d<\/strong>. The table is not rowdy. The game, in most cases, does not admit more than five to seven players per table. Because of this, you will have a chance, as a beginner, to play Blackjack without feeling like an amateur. <\/p>\n\n\n\n No one will make you feel bad or embarrassed if you don\u2019t know what to do next. Besides, with the small number of players on the table, the dealer will have time to assist you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n e<\/strong>. No one will cheat you. It is actually difficult for anyone to be cheated in this game. To start with, you only play against the dealer and he is standing right there before you, with everything done in the open. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So it is almost impossible to cheat anyone there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n f<\/strong>. You don\u2019t have to be a professional to play the game. To a large extent, Blackjack is a game of chance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It is under probability that you will receive the right kind of cards that will make you win. Nevertheless, you still have some control over how the game turns out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n g<\/strong>. Blackjack is loaded with excitement. The table may not be rowdy and crowded but the game is thrilling because of the suspense that accompanies card dealing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember, you don\u2019t know the card you will receive and, since the outcome depends on the cards, you will anxiously wait for your cards to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As you sit down to play or observe this game, you need to understand some of the things happening around the table and bear them in mind. That way, you can avoid mistakes and enjoy the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1<\/strong>. There is no position in the sitting arrangement. This is to say that sitting at the first, second, or fifth chair at the table does not affect the game or influence its outcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The cards are shuffled and reshuffled once the deck goes down, so no one can tell the card that will come up first, second, and so on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Hence, find a seat and position you find more comfortable and enjoy the game. But, you may avoid the first seat from the left of the dealer. You will know the reason in the next item.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2<\/strong>. The dealer starts dealing cards from the first seat at his left because he is supposed to deal clockwise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n After dealing cards, he starts the game from the player on the left too. Until he is through with that player, he will not move to the next one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This is why you may need to take the third, fourth, or last seat, if applicable since this is your first Blackjack game. At least, before the dealer comes to you, you would have learnt a thing or two from the other players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 3<\/strong>. You are not affected by the presence of other players on the table. The dealer will attend to every player individually so the presence of the others will not determine the outcome of the game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember, you are betting against the dealer and not the other players. If the total value of your cards is higher than that of the dealer but not more than 21, you will win. What other players have does not affect you. Always remember this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 4<\/strong>. As a beginner, I will advise you to bet low. Each table has a betting limit so go for the one within your budget. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You should also go to casinos that accept low bets. It is only in such casinos that you can find tables that will accept low bets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 5<\/strong>. There is always a placard on the table to indicate the minimum and maximum bet limits. If the table doesn\u2019t have one, ask the dealer to supply you with the information before you settle in to play. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, let the dealer know your planned bets so he will give you the appropriate chips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 6<\/strong>. Always remember that playing this game is a form of gambling. With that in mind, you should know there is no guarantee you will win back the amount you wagered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This is one major reason you should bet low. It is advisable to bet the amount you are willing to lose. That way, you won\u2019t be a sore loser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 7<\/strong>. If the dealer uses some terms unknown to you, feel free to ask him the meaning. Remember you are just a beginner, who has taken a bold step into a new exciting world. So, don\u2019t feel awkward while asking for explanations to terms you are not sure of their meanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 8<\/strong>. The game of Blackjack involves a lot of hand signs. You will learn those signs and their uses within this article. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The dealer will prefer you use these signs during the game so the cameras can capture them for accountability\u2019s sake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 9<\/strong>. You should go ahead and download free online Blackjack games so you can play privately to get yourself ready for the game in a live casino. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This does not mean you will play like an expert when you try it in a live casino but it will make you feel more confident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10<\/strong>. Don\u2019t play this game just because you want to win and make money. Truly, every player wants to win prizes from the game, but that shouldn\u2019t be your utmost interest. Try to have fun too. Let the winnings be part of the fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The primary goal of the game of Blackjack is to beat the dealer. Remember, the \u2018war\u2019 is between you and the dealer. But, let\u2019s look at how you can beat or lose to the dealer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n a<\/strong>. Remember, your intention in this game is to have a hand value that is 21 or as close to 21 as possible. But, if the value goes beyond 21, you will \u2018bust\u2019 and the dealer will win. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, do your best to keep the total of your cards from going over 21. This is why this game is also \u201c21\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n b<\/strong>. Here is something else you should know. Your objective should not just be to get as close to 21 as possible but also to have a hand value that is higher than that of the dealer without busting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For instance, if your hand value is 18 and that of the dealer is 17, you will win even though it is not up to 21. But, if it is the other way around, that is, the dealer\u2019s hand value is 18 while yours is 17, you will lose while he wins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n c<\/strong>. You will also win this game if the dealer busts while you didn\u2019t. This happens if the dealer draws a hand value that is greater than 21. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, when the dealer loses, you win. When he wins, you lose. Remember, a dealer may lose to another player but still win in your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n d<\/strong>. If the total of the first two cards the dealer dealt you is 21, you will win. This is known as Blackjack or the Natural. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This can only happen if you received a 10-value card and an Ace, which you converted to 11. However, if the dealer also has a Blackjack, the game is a tie. This means you neither won nor lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the major things you should know before playing this game is the name for each card and its value. But, let\u2019s start by learning the game cards based on their symbols.<\/p>\n\n\n\n a<\/strong>. Every standard pack or deck of cards contains 52 cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n b<\/strong>. The 52 cards are broadly divided into four groups or suits. These are Clubs, Spades, Hearts, and Diamonds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can tell them by the shape of the symbols on them and their colours. Hearts and Diamonds are coloured red while Clubs and Spades are painted black. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Note that grouping the cards into these broad categories does not affect the game in any way. What matters most is the ranking or values of the cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n c<\/strong>. Each group or suit of cards is made up of 13 cards of different values. This is to say that 13 cards have the spade symbols, another 13 have the hearts, and so on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n d<\/strong>. In each suite, there are three face or court cards, one Ace card, and nine number cards. The face cards are the King, Queen, and Jack while the number cards are numbered 2 to 10. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can tell the value of a number card by the Arabic number written at the top left and bottom right parts of the card as well as by counting the number of the symbols drawn at its centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n e<\/strong>. An Ace card contains one symbol of its suit drawn on its middle and the letter \u2018A\u2019 written at the top and bottom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In some cases, the symbol on the Ace of Spades is different from that of the others in the suit. But you shouldn\u2019t worry because you can tell an Ace card once you see one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n f<\/strong>. The joker is not used in the game of Blackjack, so don\u2019t expect it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now that you can identify each card, it is time to learn their values. Trust me, it is not difficult at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n i<\/strong>. For the numbered cards, each card is valued according to the number written on it. For instance, a card with the number \u201810\u2019 written on it is worth 10. If \u20182\u2019 is written, it is worth 2. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, when summing up your cards\u2019 values, count each numbered card according to the number it bears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ii<\/strong>. Face cards are worth 10 each. So, if you get a King, a Queen, or a Jack, irrespective of the suit it belongs to, you should count it as 10.<\/p>\n\n\n\n iii<\/strong>. The Ace is the card with the highest and lowest value. It can be counted as 11 or 1, depending on the player\u2019s decision. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If counting the card as 1 will make you win, do so. If number 11 is what you need to win, you can count your Ace as 11.<\/p>\n\n\nWhy You Should Play Blackjack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Things to Remember and Do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Objectives of Blackjack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Know Your Cards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Counting the Cards Value<\/h2>\n\n\n\n