Here at our phenomenal NetBet online casino, we strive to continuously update our ever-growing library of card games, including the iconic game of blackjack. At our casino, we have a wide array of titles around the game of blackjack. If you are a new player looking for an introduction to blackjack, NetBet has you covered. Let’s take a look at the background of this game and what you need to know before diving into a game.
How to play Blackjack
Firstly, let’s start by breaking down the basic concept of Blackjack for those who are not aware and are new to the game. Once you have the basics down you will be ready in no time to try it out for yourself. The object of this thrilling game is quite simple – outwit and outsmart the dealer and hit, or be, as close to 21 as possible!
You are initially dealt two cards. The dealer then deals the same amount of cards for themselves. As the player, you turn your cards over first. To win with just two cards, you need to hit a picture card (Jack, Queen, King or Ace) and a 10. The picture cards constitute 11 within your first two cards. The Ace can also be one depending on how good or bad your hand is and if you want to play tactically. If you hit blackjack, you automatically win. You can also ask the dealer to “HIT” which means you want an extra card if you are nowhere near 21.
The other option is to stand if you don’t want to risk going over 21, which means you have bust. There are two other ways you can also go. You can double down, meaning you can double your first bet and take another card, or split, which splits the player’s initial hand so they can have two hands to play with. As you can see, the premise of blackjack is very simple and that is why it is so popular with every kind of player. Blackjack can be a family card game while also being competitive and played for money. Its versatility is never-ending.
History of Blackjack
The majority of historians agree that the game of blackjack was created in Europe in the 18th century. Germany and France are credited with being the first to popularise the game, with the original names being pontoon or ‘Vingt-et–un’ meaning 21 in French. The pontoon name came from the fact that it was especially popular with soldiers.
The game evolved and spread throughout the next 200 years before eventually making its way across the Atlantic to the USA. The game then became more widely recognised as blackjack during the 1800s, as this was a common term in the United States back then for gold or silver, or even something valuable. Fast forward to the modern day and the game is bigger than ever with the only difference being the name blackjack is more widely used. Players can still enjoy classic blackjack at in-house casinos and online with different rules and twists in different versions.
Blackjack is undoubtedly the most popular card game in the world and it is truly impressive that it has survived and evolved through centuries and still remains at the top. The Europeans are responsible for many of the foundations of casino games played today and the industry would look very different without them.
Online Blackjack at NetBet
At NetBet, we have plenty of variations of this fantastic game that you can enjoy whilst navigating our library and looking at what we have to offer. Currently, we have over 15 variations of blackjack that players can try! Some of the most popular include our Live Blackjack games, Multihand Blackjack and Dr Fortuno Blackjack. The premise is the same on all these variations – hit or get as close to that magic 21 as possible.
However, each of these examples displays the different ways players can experience the great game of blackjack. Whether you want an authentic life-like experience or modern twists on the classic game, NetBet has it all. Get the true Vegas feel with the blackjack titles at NetBet. Now you have explored this iconic game in more detail, you are ready to get straight into the action and try it out for yourself.
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