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Perfect Pairs refers to a wager in which the first two cards dealt to a hand will be a pair of the same value; for example, a pair of twos, threes, fours, etc. Odds are paid depending on whether the two matching cards are also of the same suit, same color, or are of mixed colors. If the two cards do not form a pair, then the Perfect Pairs wager loses. Continue reading “Perfect Pairs Blackjack”
Blackjack Switch is a casino game which was invented by Geoff Hall and was later patented in 2009. It is a blackjack variant where two hands, rather than one, are dealt to each playing position. It allows the player to trade cards between two hands, which is otherwise considered a classic cheating maneuver in standard card games. Continue reading “Blackjack Switch”
Super Fun 21, a variation of blackjack, is played using a standard 52 deck card. One up to eight decks of cards can be used while playing Super Fun 21. It is one of those fascinating Blackjack variants which offer players quite a wide array of offers once they get dealt a given hands combinations. These kinds of payouts usually do not require any additional side bet. Continue reading “Super Fun 21 Blackjack”
For a player to be able to beat the dealer and the house edge, he or she must master the art of counting cards. It is not a complicated activity but it needs a lot of keenness and accuracy. Blackjack counting is based on basic strategy since it determines how every card is played. Continue reading “Blackjack counter”
This is the oldest form of blackjack and is often referred to as traditional blackjack. The major difference between classic blackjack and other variants is the type of house edge it offers and the fact that you only play with a single deck with the exceptions of a few casinos that offer more options. Continue reading “Classic Blackjack”
Two entirely different blackjack variants are known as Pontoon and this can be confusing for players. One can be played at Internet casinos on a number of software including Realtime Gaming, Playtech, Microgaming, Cryptologic and Galewind Software. The other, following the initial rise of its popularity being in England, derives it names from being a British version of the common Blackjack card game. Continue reading “Pontoon Blackjack”
Blackjack betting systems are quite common since people use them in an effort to win more money with the game. The idea here is not to overcome the house edge (unless you’re card counting), but rather to vary bets in a fashion that will help you come out on top. Continue reading “Paying for Blackjack Betting Systems”
One of the simpler blackjack betting systems in the game is the Paroli system. Although not widely used, those who do employ the Paroli system swear by its potential to earn big profits at the blackjack tables. And if you’re already used to using the popular Martingale system, you should have no trouble learning the Paroli. With the introduction out of the way, let’s get into how you use the Paroli when playing blackjack games. Continue reading “Paroli System in Blackjack”
While many blackjack betting systems call on you to make risky and bankroll-threatening decisions at the table, the D’Alembert system is a bit safer choice. The D’Alembert was named after its creator, 18th-century mathematician and physicist Jean le Rond D’Alembert, who theorized that his work could be used to balance out wins and losses over the long-term – though he didn’t entirely mean for this to become a blackjack system. In any case, D’Alembert’s original work is well known for its application in the blackjack world, which definitely makes it worth reviewing. Continue reading “D’Alembert System in Blackjack”
While some blackjack betting systems are fairly simple to learn, the Labouchere system requires a bit of an explanation. Now this isn’t to say the Labouchere is overly-difficult to learn, you just need to understand a couple of basic points before putting it into practice. That being said, here is a closer look at the basics of using the Labouchere and its effectiveness. Continue reading “Labouchere System in Blackjack”
Blackjack betting systems are commonly used by players to make the game more exciting while attempting to make more profits. The most common system is flat betting, which sees blackjack players make the exact same bet over and over again. Every other type of betting system besides flat betting is either a negative or positive progression. Seeing as how these are the two main types of betting system classifications, let’s take a look at both of them more closely. Continue reading “Negative and Positive Progression Blackjack Systems”
Those who don’t like to use risky blackjack betting systems like the Parlay or Martingale usually opt for split strategies like the 1-3-2-6 system. At first this sounds pretty complicated because it’s just a string of numbers. However, using this betting strategy isn’t overly-difficult – even for beginning blackjack players. That said, let’s take a closer look at how to use this system. Continue reading “1-3-2-6 System in Blackjack”
Blackjack is definitely one of the best casino games to play because of its low house edge when proper strategy is used. Assuming you’re on a table with favorable rules and good blackjack strategy is used, you can bring the house edge below 1%. Continue reading “Do Blackjack Betting Systems Work?”
Along with the Martingale system, the Parlay system is definitely one of the most extreme blackjack strategies that you can use. The reason why the Parlay is so extreme is because you double bets after every win. This being said, it’s hard to keep your profits when you’re letting winnings ride on every wager. Interestingly enough, this is why they also call the Parlay the “Let It Ride” system too. No matter what you call the Parlay though, it’s a very popular system that’s worth examining closer. Continue reading “Parlay System in Blackjack”
The most alluring system in blackjack is the Martingale, which initially seems like a can’t-fail strategy. But once you learn more about the Martingale, you’ll find that it is also an extremely risky strategy which could cost you your entire bankroll. Seeing as how this is the case, let’s examine the finer points of the Martingale, and discuss if you should actually consider this system. Continue reading “Martingale System in Blackjack”