Online Blackjack in Delaware

Playing Blackjack in Delaware’s Online Casinos

Delaware is physically one of the smallest of the United States, however, the “First State” punches way above its weight and boasts great options for playing quality online Blackjack.

With its 3 fully legalized and licensed online casinos, the state of Delaware offers 3 quality online venues for Blackjack players physically located within state borders. All 3 online casinos offer a single version of Classic Blackjack;

• Casino Delaware Park
• Dover Downs Online Casino
• Harrington Gaming Online

Blackjack Games

As stated above, Delaware’s 3 state-run online casinos offer a single version of Classic Blackjack only, however, the state’s online players can potentially look forward to playing multiple blackjack game types in the future.

All Online Blackjack types offer a slight variation on the house edge and your ability to win money playing the iconic online table game. Online Blackjack is definitely worth your while as Return-to-Player percentages run as high as an amazing 99%– making it the most profitable of all online casino games!

We examine the Blackjack rules of the Classic Blackjack game version currently offered in Delaware’s online casinos, and what Blackjack Game Versions are expected to be added to the online casino game offerings in the First State soon.

Classic Online Blackjack

Classic Blackjack (Up to RTP 99.9%) is played with 1 or up to 8 decks. You & the Dealer are dealt 2 cards each; one of the cards is face down. It is called the hole card. You will win the hand if your card total is equal to 21, but not exceeding it. If the card total is over 21, it’s a Bust & a losing hand. If you don’t have exactly 21, to win, your hand must be higher than the Dealer’s total. It is called a ‘Natural Blackjack’ when your dealt cards are a face value card and an Ace, which equal 21.

Atlantic City Blackjack

Similar to Classic Blackjack (the objective of the game is still to reach twenty-one without surpassing it & players compete against the dealer), but less frequently offered online, Atlantic City Blackjack (RTP 99.61%) is played with 8 decks. The Dealer is allowed to see his hole card & stand on a soft 17. Players can re-split up to 3 hands. In this version, late surrender is an option which online players can take advantage of & insurance is also another available move to protect your bankroll.

Multi Hand Blackjack

The major rules of Multi Hand Blackjack (RTP 99.6%) are the same as Classic Blackjack, no need to re-learn new rules from scratch. Again, form a total as close as possible to 21 without surpassing it. Cards are valued the same way as they are in the classic game. Players compete against the dealer & make their decisions according to his up card & the total of any particular hand. The major difference is that players have can make different moves & place more bets by playing more than 1 hand.

Side Bet Blackjack Versions

Side bets are often added to Online Blackjack to create an exciting extra dimension providing extra ways to win and add drama to the online game play. Popular side-bet options include the familiar ‘perfect pairs’ (hitting a pair with your first two cards to receive an independent side payout), to receive increased and larger payout odds in the online player’s favor.

European Blackjack

Most of the basic Blackjack rules remain, while European Blackjack (RTP 99.38%) is played with 2 decks, one of the few types which offers such a low number of decks. Usually, the option to surrender is forbidden & players cannot double down after splitting. Doubling down can be made only when the player’s hand totals 9, 10 or 11. Pairs can usually only be split once & there are restrictions on splitting pairs – usually when it comes to 10 value cards, only two identical cards can be split.

Double Exposure

Sometimes going by other names like “Dealer Disclosure” or “Face Up 21.”, Double Exposure (Average RTP 99.3%), rules are very similar to Classic Blackjack except:

• Both dealer cards are exposed.
• Dealer wins on all ties, other than a natural blackjack.
• Online player’s blackjack pays even money.
• Player can only split once.

Blackjack Glossary

 Like any online casino game, sport or pastime, knowing a few basic terms is essential to your understanding and potential winning ability in Online Blackjack.

• Hit – If you need or want another card from the Dealer in order to get closer to 21, you ‘Hit’.
• Stand – To stick with the cards you’ve been dealt, you ‘Stand’.
• Double Down – Choose to double your original bet in exchange for the receipt of an additional card.
• Split – Online players can split a hand that is made up of two cards of equal value into two separate hands and continue to play each hand independently.
• Surrender – Many Online Blackjack games offer ‘surrender’ as the first action if the dealers card has a face up value of 10. Usually, half the player’s wager is returned when surrendering.
• Insurance – Players can ‘insure’ against the dealer having a blackjack if the dealer’s face up card is an Ace, by placing an insurance bet. If the player wagers as much on insurance as on their initial bet, they break even if the dealer has blackjack as the payout is a generous 2-1.

Blackjack Rules

When broken down to its simplest (usually the best way to approach or explain any online casino game), Online Blackjack is an uncomplicated and straightforward card game where you attempt to beat the dealer by scoring closest to 21(Blackjack), without losing the round by busting (the total of the your hand cannot exceed the card value of 21).

Basic Blackjack Strategy

Preserving your bankroll at all costs is the fundamental Blackjack basic strategy, as keeping yourself in the game for as long as possible will increase your chances of winning over the long term. However, there are few tips to follow reduce the house edge and turn the game back in your favor.

• To win at Blackjack consistently, follow a Blackjack chart (like the one below). Choosing the right action at the right time will increase your chances of Online Blackjack success. Money management is a tool to help you make decisions and play longer, but it can’t be used alone to beat the online casinos.
• Learning how to manage your money while playing Blackjack has more to do with knowing when to stop playing and realizing when you should or shouldn’t play.
• Remember, there is never a situation where your bankroll can be too big.
• Never play with money you can’t afford to lose.

Blackjack Chart

The below chart shows precisely what action you need to take for every possible dealer/player hand combination. Remember, when you play online, it is possible to take as much time as you like in order to refer to the strategy chart. Use the chart to refer to whenever you play Online Blackjack and play smart!OR, Steve to put his own blackjack chart here………

Blackjack Tips

• Practice – We all know the old adage, “Practice Makes Perfect”. Naturally, the adage also applies to Online Blackjack. If your online casino offers free play options without using real money, take advantage of it.
• Money management – Look after your bankroll at all costs, play smart and never play with money you cannot afford to lose. Look at the game of Online Blackjack as an entertainment expense and chances are, you’ll not only have more fun, but you’ll potentially be more successful.
• Doubling down – If you are dealt an 11-value Ace or a 10, ALWAYS Double Down.
• Never take Insurance – It’s simply not a wise mathematical choice to take insurance if there is a chance the dealer sits on a Blackjack. The chance is less than 30% – don’t panic insure.

Always split 8’s and Ace’s to increase your chances of winning the hand – the first rule of any splitting strategy. A pair of Aces should be split as there is a better than average chance of receiving a 10 to match with them for Blackjack. A pair of 8’s should be split, as with a total of 16, it is the worst hand possible in Blackjack.