Blackjack is one of the most popular games among gamers, as it provides a minimal advantage for the casino over the users. Blackjack has a basic strategy, original methods have been developed, there is a large selection of game types, etc. Some gambling users strive to turn the game into a source of constant and stable income. Is it possible? In fact, the task is very difficult and its solution is unlikely to lie on the surface.
Advantages and disadvantages of the game
Today, many are trying to make blackjack not just a hobby, but a source of regular income. Why is it so attractive to professionals who understand perfectly well that the advantage of any casino is undeniable? Each of them knows for sure that no matter what game the gambler chooses, a loss is guaranteed in the long run, but again and again they try to achieve success at the card table. The fact is that blackjack has many advantages that are confusing:
- Public accessibility. Today there is no problem at all with finding a place to play. If there are no official land-based casinos nearby, you can always register online in one of the licensed virtual clubs.
- Benefit. Perhaps, this is the main advantage of the game. Some varieties of blackjack have a return (RTP) of more than 99%, i.e. it is close to the maximum possible. At the same time, in some types it is possible for the gamer to obtain a mathematical advantage, i.e. he participates in an advantageous game, and this is very cool from the point of view of the person sitting at the card table.
- A wide variety of blackjack types. There are many different types of this game in online casinos. Much more than in land-based establishments. Everyone can easily choose a type of blackjack that suits them completely.
- Quite a lot of useful information. There are excellent books written by professionals in the public domain. It costs nothing to find a site that has free materials that are actually useful.
Like any other game, blackjack has its drawbacks, and they should be mentioned.
- Monotone. The game is, in essence, quite boring and monotonous. The player either takes a card or refuses, doubles or not, etc. There is no dynamics.
- Apparent simplicity. In fact, playing with strategy, card counting, etc. is quite difficult for gambling beginners. Initially, it seems that the game is simple, but this is a false impression.
- The management (in land-based casinos) is very suspicious of blackjack players. The gambling establishment staff is sure in advance that they are dealing with a "counter". At the same time, the visitor is threatened with various troubles, up to and including a ban on visiting a certain club.
Despite the presence of disadvantages, many blackjack fans are still confident that it is possible to win, and to win all the time.
Playing Blackjack with the Ultimate Edge
In order for the game to become advantageous, it is necessary to constantly improve your skills and take into account several important points:
- choosing a type of game (if in online casinos it is often easy to find out the RTP of a particular type of game, then in land-based clubs you will have to calculate it yourself);
- The choice of the establishment is a very important factor, since many simply do not have high-payout blackjack;
- use of strategy – it will be difficult for beginners to apply advanced techniques in practice, they will have to play according to the basic scenario;
- experienced players should use professional strategies that, if circumstances are right, can really help them beat the casino;
- It is important to remember that card counting is not possible in online casinos;
- you need to learn to manage your emotions and your money, which will allow you to minimize losses (you should understand: how much you can afford to lose per session/day/week/month, etc.);
- in land-based establishments you will have to learn to hide, i.e. get lost in the crowd of ordinary visitors (you shouldn’t share your ability to count cards, etc. with others);
- You need to learn to take advantage of the dealer's mistakes (only in land-based casinos).
So, the conclusions that can be made after all that has been said above are as follows: it is possible to win at blackjack all the time, but only in offline casinos. In online casinos, professional strategies and recommendations are useless. In land-based casinos, it will be very difficult to constantly achieve success, because a couple of wins in a row, and the administration will be watching the "card counter" with increased attention, literally standing behind your back. Good luck!
