Blackjack Strategy At Jackpot City

In online blackjack, a basic strategy can enhance your gaming experience at Jackpot City in Canada. We break down potential strategies, rules, tips and more.

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How To Play Online Blackjack

Blackjack is among the most thrilling casino games to play. On signup and login at Jackpot City, go to the Tables or Blackjack section in your account to select an online blackjack game to launch and play, which includes the following:

Receive two face-up cards from the dealer.
Place your bets in the designated betting areas on the table.
Make strategic decisions to hit, stand or double down.
Dealer reveals hand and compares with yours.
Objective? Beat the dealer’s hand by achieving a total closer to 21 without going over or by the dealer’s hand exceeding 21.

Blackjack Betting Strategy Options

As blackjack is as much a game of skill as chance, following a blackjack basic betting strategy can potentially improve your chances of success. Below are, some strategies for beginners to consider.

Hard Hands Blackjack Strategy

A hard hand either doesn’t have an Ace or has an Ace that counts as 1.

Hard Hand

DEALER HAS
2 to 6

DEALER HAS
7 to ACE

4 to 8

ASK

Hit

Double Down

Hit

10 or 11

Double Down

DOUBLE
If you have more than the dealer

12 to 16

Stand

Hit

17 to 21

Stand

Know When to Hit or Stand: Follow blackjack basic strategy charts to decide whether to hit or stand based on your total hand value and the dealer's up-card.
Double Down Opportunities: Double down on hard hands when you have a total of 9, 10, or 11, and the dealer shows a weak card (2-6).
Avoid Splitting Tens: A total of 20 is too strong to risk for a potentially weaker hand.

Soft Hands Blackjack Strategy

A soft hand is any hand that includes an Ace counting as 1 or 11.

Soft Hand

DEALER HAS
2 to 6

DEALER HAS
7 to ACE

13 to 15

Hit

16 to 18

Double Down

Hit

19 to 21

Stand

Double Down: When you have a soft hand between 13 and 18, consider doubling down if the dealer shows a weak up-card (4, 5, or 6).
Hit: For soft hands like Ace-6 or Ace-7, if the dealer shows a strong up-card (7 to Ace), it's typically advantageous to hit.
Stand: When you have a soft 19 (Ace-8) or higher, it's generally best to stand, regardless of the dealer's up-card.

Split Hands Blackjack Strategy

Know when to split a hand – dividing a pair of identical cards into two separate hands.

Split (Yes or No)

DEALER HAS
2 to 6

DEALER HAS
7 to ACE

2/2, 3/3, 6/6, 7/7, 9/9

Yes

8/8, A/A

Yes

4/4, 5/5, 10/10

Split Aces and 8s: Splitting Aces maximises your chances of drawing a strong hand (a 10 or face card) and splitting 8s helps avoid the unfavourable total of 16.
Never Split 5s and 10s: Two 5s equal 10, which is a strong starting point for doubling down while splitting 10s (or face cards) breaks up a strong total of 20.
Conditional Splits: Split 2s and 3s if the dealer shows a 4 to 7, split 6s if the dealer shows a 2 to 6, split 7s if the dealer shows a 2 to 7, and split 9s if the dealer shows 2 through 6 or 8 or 9.

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Choose Your Best Blackjack Strategy

Remember, whether you’re playing online or live blackjack, no single blackjack strategy can ensure a win – as chance also plays an integral role. With that said, deciding on a strategy that works best for you in blackjack can enhance your gameplay.

Martingale System

Rating

6/10
Player Level

Intermediate-Advanced
Strategy

Double your bet after a loss to recover.
Considerations

Requires large bankroll.
Benefits

Potential quick recovery from losses.

Paroli System

Rating

7/10
Player Level

Intermediate
Strategy

Increase your bet after each win.
Considerations

Requires discipline to walk away.
Benefits

Chance to maximise profits.

Oscar’s Grind System

Rating

6/10
Player Level

Intermediate-Advanced
Strategy

Increase bet by one unit after each win.
Considerations

Requires patience.
Benefits

Methodical approach.

Parlay Betting Strategy

Rating

6/10
Player Level

Intermediate-Advanced
Strategy

Combine multiple bets into a single wager.
Considerations

Higher risk.
Benefits

Potential for profits from small stake.

Flat Betting

Rating

6/10
Player Level

Beginner-Advanced
Strategy

Betting same amount on each wager.
Considerations

Low risk.
Benefits

Stable bankroll management.

Labouchère

Rating

7/10
Player Level

Intermediate-Advanced
Strategy

Create sequence of numbers.
Considerations

Potential for losses if not managed effectively.
Benefits

Structured approach to betting.

Martingale System

A popular strategy in blackjack, it involves doubling one’s bet after each loss to recover all previous losses with a single win.

Paroli System

Includes increasing one’s bet after each win to potentially capitalise on winning streaks, while resetting after a loss.

Oscar’s Grind System

Increase your bet after a win but keep it steady after a loss to achieve gradual gains in this blackjack betting strategy.

Parlay Betting Strategy

Incorporates the reinvesting of one’s winnings on the next bet to exponentially grow profits during winning streaks.

Flat Betting

Bet the same amount every time to maintain a consistent approach and manage one’s bankroll effectively in this basic blackjack strategy.

Labouchère

Cross off numbers from a sequence by adjusting the bet based on previous wins and losses to manage one’s risk.

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Additional Blackjack Rules

Payments:

Standard payout is 1:1 if your hand is closer to 21 than the dealer's. Blackjack (exactly 21) pays 3:2.

Dealer Rule:

The dealer must hit until their hand is 17 or higher.

Hit or Stand:

Choose to hit (add a card) or stand (keep your hand) to get as close to 21 as possible.

Split:

If you have two cards of the same value, you can split them into two hands, each requiring an additional bet equal to the original.

Double Down:

You can double your bet and receive only one more card, typically on hands worth 10 or 11.

Blackjack Tips For Beginners

Top Tip

Hit when your hand is 11 or less, stand on 17 or more, and follow a basic blackjack strategy chart for other scenarios – this maximises your chances of winning by reducing the house edge to the lowest possible percentage. Always play responsibly and do not chase wins or losses.

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Blackjack Strategy Terminology

Bankroll: Total funds available for gambling activities, including the player's gaming budget.
Blackjack: A hand consisting of an Ace and a card with a value of 10, resulting in an instant win unless the dealer also has blackjack.
Blackjack Strategy Chart: Visual guide showing optimal decisions based on player's hand and dealer's up card in blackjack.
Burn Cards: Discarded cards from the top of the deck to ensure fairness before a new round.
Cut: Splitting the deck after shuffling to prevent card order prediction and maintain fairness.
Deal: Distributing cards to players and the dealer at the start of each round.
Face Card: Any card with an image (King, Queen, Jack) in a standard deck.
First Base: Player seated to the left of the dealer, receiving the first card.
Five Card Charlie: Winning automatically with a hand of five cards without exceeding 21.
Hard Total: Hand without an Ace or with an Ace counting as 1.
Hole Card: Dealer's face-down card in blackjack.
Stand: Player's decision to stop receiving cards.
Steaming: Emotional state of frustration or nervousness leading to irrational decisions.
Stiff Total: Hand likely to be lost with an additional card in blackjack.

Blackjack Strategy FAQs

How to win at blackjack using a basic strategy?

There is no sure-fire way to win at online blackjack, as it’s a game of both skill and chance. But to maximise your chances of success, we can recommend using a blackjack strategy chart to guide your decisions based on your hand and the dealer's up-card.

What is the best blackjack strategy?

The best blackjack strategy depends on playing with an optimal approach to minimize the house edge and maximize your chances of winning.

What is the best blackjack strategy for beginners?

Beginners should focus on mastering basic strategy first, understanding the game's rules thoroughly, and gradually progressing to more advanced techniques after gaining proficiency. With that said, a popular blackjack basic strategy for beginners is Flat Betting – consistently wagering the same amount for each hand regardless of previous outcomes or the current count. This approach minimises risk and helps players manage their bankroll effectively while they learn the nuances of the game.