This short piece is going to be about blackjack, one of the great casino games that is out there. Because it is a rather complex casino game, this can deter potential players and as a result they move on to the likes of slots and other easy options. I think that this is a shame because it is more entertaining and enjoyable to play than much more other casino games out there.

For the sake of this article, I’m going to assume that you’re playing blackjack online as opposed to playing in a land based casino. The first thing that you need to do is make a deposit a casino you wish to play at. You will then need to find a blackjack game with table limits suited to your requirements, this is easy enough to do. As soon as you have done this, you are ready to begin playing the game.

In blackjack, you are dealt some cards and the aim of the game is to not go over 21, but get as close to it as you can. You play against the dealer and you go first and once you’ve chosen to “stand” the dealer then has their go. You stand when you do not want any more cards and are satisfied with your current card total.

When you go over 21, this is called bust, the dealer automatically wins the game when this happens hence the ever present house edge. Also, it is worth pointing out that when he dealer plays they follow a set of casino rules instead of going with their own thoughts.

Between games the dealer rules can vary, but normally for hands of 16 or under they will hit and for 17 and above they will stand. There you have it then, the basic rules of how to play blackjack and I think you will agree that it is a simple game to play. There are also some more complex rules, like the insurance option and surrendering but today I have covered all of the basics of the game.