Are you a fan of Live Blackjack and looking to play?
Get all the excitement of Live Blackjack here at William Hill. Join our live dealers and play a range of games, including the traditional 21 format or the popular multi-hand mode, where you can play several hands at once.
There are loads of Live Blackjack tables to choose from. So, whether it’s online or from your mobile or tablet, there’s sure to be a Blackjack game to suit you. Our live hosts will guide you through every hand, making for a truly interactive Live Blackjack experience.
Introduction to Live Blackjack
Live Blackjack has been a casino staple for centuries, with the game widely believed to have originated in French casinos in the 1700s. From there, Live Blackjack exploded in popularity to become a global phenomenon: one of the most-played and recognisable casino games and card games in the world.
Back then, blackjack was still known as 21 – or Vingt-et-Un in those French casinos in which it found its feet – in reference to the object of blackjack being reaching a total of 21 without going over.
The casino game took on its current name of blackjack after a promotion believed to have been run in American gambling halls and casinos in the 20th century. Those gambling halls offered a bonus payout if an ace of spades was dealt alongside a jack of spades or clubs – a black jack. The bonus worked, the name stuck, and live blackjack became one of the most iconic casino games on the planet.
How to play Live Blackjack
Live Blackjack is one of the most popular casino games around, and it couldn’t be easier to play at William Hill. Hands start from as little as £1, and our live dealers are on hand to guide you through every game. Join us today to begin your Live Blackjack experience!
The Aim of Live Blackjack
The aim of Live Blackjack is simple. Beat the house dealer by getting as close to 21 as possible, without going bust by going over 21.
At the start of each hand, each player will be dealt two cards. From there, you have a few different moves you can make to try and get a total as close to 21 as you can:
Stand – this means you stick with the cards you have already been dealt, and will not be dealt any further cards this hand. You can choose to stand at any point, for example once you’ve been dealt three or four cards, or even stand with your original two if you feel you have a good hand.
Hit – receive an extra card from the dealer. The card’s value is added to the ones you’ve already been dealt. It’s down to you to balance when to hit and when to stand, to get as close to 21 as possible without going over.
Double down – double your initial bet and receive an extra card from the dealer. This works the same as choosing to hit, apart from you choose to increase your initial stake. You might choose to double down if you believe the next card you receive will get you close to 21.
Split – if you are dealt two cards of the same value to start your hand, you can choose to split them and treat them as two separate hands. Your original bet goes on one of the pair, and you must match that bet on the other.
Remember, the aim of the game is to get as close to 21 as possible. If you get dealt an extra card that takes you above 21, then you are bust.
Jacks, Queens and Kings are worth 10. In Live Blackjack, an Ace is worth either 1 or 11, and the player can choose which value it will have.
If you receive an Ace along with any other card that is the value of 10 (a 10, Jack, Queen or King), then you have Blackjack (21).
When you decide to stand, the action moves over to the Live Blackjack dealer who will try to exceed or match the value of your cards, again without going over 21. The dealer must hit on any total below 16.
Once the dealer stands, the two totals are compared and the one that’s closest to 21 wins. If the dealer goes over 21, they go bust and you automatically win the hand. If there’s a tie, your stake is returned to you.
To find out more Live Blackjack tips and advanced strategies, check out our extensive How To Play Live Blackjack guide.
Live Blackjack Available at William Hill
William Hill brings you a wide variety of Live Blackjack tables and games to suit your playing style. Whether you’re looking for classic Live Blackjack action with a game like WH Blackjack, or something a little different like the electrifying Lightning Blackjack, you’re sure to find a Live Blackjack game for you.
Get Started with Live Blackjack
Getting started with Live Blackjack games on William Hill is easy. You can play Live Blackjack on your mobile, tablet or desktop computer – meaning you’re never more than a few seconds away from your next hand.
Login to your William Hill account to get your Live Blackjack game underway. Or, click or tap on the ‘Join’ button to sign up in just a few quick steps.
Now just enter our virtual casino and find the Live Blackjack game you’d like to play! There’s tons to choose from, with new games added all the time. Whatever style of Live Blackjack you’re looking for, you’re sure to find the game for you here at William Hill.
All our Live Blackjack games have unique live dealers, plus extra features – check out all the details at any time on each individual game’s page.
Why play Live Blackjack
Blackjack is one of the oldest and most popular casino games in the world and has been around for centuries. It’s easy to pick up, and great for whether you’re looking to play just a few hands or for a longer session. Live Blackjack comes with plenty of varieties on top of the traditional casino-style game, so there’s always something new to try.
William Hill’s Live Blackjack tables add an extra element with a live dealer in every game. Unlike other forms of blackjack, in Live Blackjack you can see the person you’re betting against. This makes Live Blackjack a truly unique way to play Blackjack.
FAQs
What is the difference between Live Blackjack and Online Blackjack?
William Hill’s Live Blackjack tables add an extra element with a live dealer in every game. Unlike other forms of blackjack, in Live Blackjack you can see the person you’re betting against. This makes Live Blackjack a truly unique way to play blackjack.
Live Blackjack is a truly interactive blackjack experience, giving you the chance to interact with and talk directly to the dealer – while you try and beat them at their own game.
How can I improve my chance to win at Live Blackjack?
Live Blackjack is about more than the luck of the draw: your own skill and judgment also plays a big role. Becoming a top Live Blackjack player may come with time and experience, but here are a few essential tips to get you started:
Make sure you’re familiar with the rules of the particular Live Blackjack game you’re about to play – check them out on the individual game’s page.
Know the odds: Live Blackjack is played with a standard deck of 52 cards, so keep probabilities in mind while you play. For example, if your initial two cards have a total of 12 (for example, a 5 and a 7), then receiving another card worth 10 will cause you to go bust and lose the hand. The probability of your next card being a 10 are around 31%, whereas the probability of going bust from a total of 15 are much higher at 58%.
Don’t forget about doubling down: if you start with an optimal hand like 11, that might be the time to consider doubling down and upping your stake because your next card cannot put you over 21 and cause you to go bust (and may be a 10 that lets you hit 21 exactly).
Know when to surrender: Live Blackjack is a live battle between yourself and the dealer. On some tables of Live Blackjack, you will have the option to fold your original hand before drawing extra cards, with half of your original bet returned. If you don’t like your opening hand, surrender can be a solid option, knowing your next hand – which might bring a better opening two cards – is just moments away.
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