It makes sense to bring over many of the same strategies that have proven themselves successful in live gaming since online gaming environments are based on the same rules. Rules and strategy for playing hardly change even when you bring the experience online with games like online blackjack. And while some blackjack strategy that we are accustomed to playing is altered, to ensure a higher chance of success there are still many that can be carried over.
The old strategy of counting cards is one of the things to go. In real life, as the dealer goes through his cards, a player employing the counting cards strategy would simply count off the cards that have already been played since the dealer only refreshes the deck every so often. However in online blackjack, every deck is virtually shuffled to ensure a fair hand each time.
As much as possible, choose a reputable online casino such as William Hill and Bet365. This plays into your strategy as this will minimize the risk of being cheated since you are playing with a legitimate company. If it has been verified by the Off Shore Gaming Association (OSGA) or any other watchdog association, all the better. Avoid falling for high signing in bonuses if the loyalty bonuses aren’t as competitive in the long run.
When choosing a particular version of online blackjack, look for one that has the most favourable rules for you as a player. Several rules allow for a player to have more flexibility when playing the game such as multiple splits, doubling after splitting, doubling on any two cards, and surrender. Also look for specific rules that help determine the virtual dealer’s predictability such as standing when the hand is valued at 17 or more. From 6%, the house rules can be reduced anywhere down to just 1.5%.
Ultimately, whether you are playing the online version or sitting at a live casino table, the strategies are the same save for card counting. The dealer’s “up card” is the one that will always give you an idea of what it’s actual hand is and should influence your decision whether to hit, stand, double your bet or split it. You can determine the next steps that you should take from there.
Try to discipline your spending and set a limit that you can actually stick to. Blackjack is a simple game to pick up but it can also be very addictive. It can be very rewarding to those players who are able to control their money well, saving themselves until they start hitting a hot streak.
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June 9, 2011
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