An Introduction to Online Blackjack

Incredibly, blackjack dates all the way back to the 17th century, when gamblers in France and Spain were aiming to do exactly what the gamblers of today hope to achieve when playing the game: hit 21. That’s right: unlike other games that naturally evolve over time, blackjack has remained the same for centuries. This is due to the game’s simple rules and quick format. With only a basic strategy needed, blackjack remains a crowd-pleaser – and that’s why it is one of the most popular card games on 32Red.

As for the online iteration of the game, the premise typically remains the same. You have to get a hand with a total that’s higher than what the dealer achieves, but without surpassing 21. The ultimate dream is to land a blackjack, aka 21. The is an Ace paired alongside a card with a value of 10, which is either a face card or, would you believe it, a 10! Just keep in mind that landing a 21 with your first two cards isn’t an automatic win – you’ll have to recork the champagne if the dealer hits 21 as well.

If you fail to score 21 after the initial deal, you either have to hit or stand. Press “Hit”, and you receive another card. If you don’t bust, you can then either “Stand” with the hand you have, or “Hit” again for an additional card. If you “Stand”, it’s then the dealer’s turn to play their hand and attempt to outdo your score. Traditional rules dictate the dealer stands on a soft 17. As a result, they cannot draw any additional cards if they are on 17.

The Best Selection of Blackjack Games

As the leading online blackjack provider, we have made a commitment to supply the best selection of games for our players. You might only know about classic blackjack, but our line-up includes a saucy mix of titles that have different payout rates, rules, and features.

For an example of a game rule change, in a traditional game, the dealer has to stick with a 17. Yet we have titles where the score limit differs – and this can impact the game’s odds and your chances of winning as a result. Games like Lightning Blackjack throw in random multipliers to amp up excitement levels.

When playing online, you may feel you’re missing out on the real-life experience of drawing cards and beating the dealer with your own eyes. Well, we also feature live versions of the game, giving you the opportunity to play against – and chat with – a live dealer!

Play Now with 32Red

Once you have signed up for a 32Red Online Casino account (18+, please gamble responsibly), you can begin to play online blackjack. If you are a beginner at this classic card game, starting with one of the traditional versions of the game we provide makes sense.

Once you feel comfortable with the rules and how to play, you can then begin exploring the more extravagant – and some would say more exciting – versions of online blackjack.

At 32Red, we also understand the need for accessibility. This is why all of our versions of this classic game can be played on any device you choose – whether that’s a desktop computer or a smartphone.