21 Blackjack Rules

1. 21 Blackjack Rules
2. 21 Blackjack Rules
3. Card Game 21 Blackjack Rules
4. Rules For Blackjack

The strategy tables for Vegas and A.C. Are displayed below. To find strategy tables for a particular casino, you can visit BlackJack Info, a site that can generate customized tables. Basic Blackjack Rules: The goal of blackjack is to beat the dealer's hand without going over 21. Face cards are worth 10. The Blackjack Revolution. Blackjack likely originated in 18th-century France, when it was called vingt-et-un which translates to '21.' But it exploded as a popular casino game after Edward O. Thorp outlined his Basic Strategy for winning in blackjack in his 1963 bestselling book, 'Beat the Dealer.'

It is considered one of the latest additions and therefore it is not offered by most blackjack sites. Nevertheless, there are 3 versions of 21+3 Blackjack available online and we are sure that more to come.

1. Game reviews
2. 21+3 payout variations
3. Where to Play
4. 21+3 rules
5. Online games comparison
6. Summary

Game Reviews & Free Play

21+3 Payouts

21 plus 3 Blackjack has two common payout tables which you can find below, however some casinos offer their own rule sets. If you encounter any discrepancies, we recommend that you check the appropriate house edge before you proceed.

*We've also added option #3 since it's the one used in IGT online casinos. The odds are calculated based on 6 deck games.

Option #1

Flush – 5:1

Straight – 10 to 1

3 of a kind – 30 to 1

Straight flush – 40 to 1

Suited three of a kind – 100 to 1

21 Blackjack Rules

Odds: 95.38%

Option #2

Flush – 9 to 1

Straight – 9 to 1

Three of a kind – 9 to 1

Straight Flush – 9 to 1

Odds: 96.76%

Option #3

Flush – 5:1,

Straight – 10 to 1,

3 of a kind – 33 to 1,

Straight flush – 35 to 1

Suited three of a kind – 100 to 1.

Odds: 95.86% Casino free stream.

Where to Play

21+3 Blackjack Rules

21+3 is based on European blackjack rules, meaning that the dealer doesn't check for blackjack. Therefore in case the dealer has a natural, your doubles and splits will be lost as well. Other rules:

• Usually played with 6 standard decks.
• Dealer stands on all 17s.
• Double down rules vary, but usually you can double on 9,10, 11 value.
• Doubled down hands receive one card.
• Split up to 2 hands, including Aces.
• You can hit or double split hands, including Aces.
• Blackjack pays 3:2
• Similar value hands are push.

The house edge under these rules is 0.48%.

Blackjack 21+3 Online Games Comparison

There are three 21+3 games available online. The first can be found in Wagerworks (IGT) casinos. The second one was developed by Felt Gaming and can be found only in Unibet casino. The third one is a live dealer game by Evolution Gaming.

Basic Game Rules

We will mention only the rules that differ from the common ones listed above.

IGT (Wagerworks): You can split two 3 hands and re-split Aces. Double down on any 2 cards.

Felt Gaming: Standard rules

Evolution: Played with 8 decks. Also offers Perfect Pairs side bet. Double down on any 2 cards. Single card to split Aces.

21+3 Bonus Comparison

Evolution: Standard Option #1, but played with 8 decks which lowers the side bets house edge by roughly 1%.

Felt: Standard Option #1.

IGT (Wagerworks): Option #3.

Bottom Line

Wagerworks (IGT)

Base Game: 99.70%

Side Bets: 95.86%

Evolution Gaming

Base Game: 99.41%

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Side Bets: 96.38%

Update: Realistic Games also offer 21+3 blackjack. The special rules are: based on American Blackjack (dealer checks for blackjack). Double down on any 2 cards. Split Aces receive only 1 card. Bonus payouts are as on Option #1, except the 3 of a Kind which pays 25:1. Under these rules basic odds are 99.59%. The side bet odds are extremely low, just 92%.

Fun games that aren't too complicated

Playing card games is a perfect activity for older adults because it's inexpensive, they can sit comfortably, and it's a fun way to pass the time! Solo games give you time to do other things while they're happily occupied. Playing together is an activity you can both enjoy.

Modified for mild cognitive decline

A simplified game of 21, also known as Blackjack, is a great card game for older adults. We've made a few changes to the standard rules to make it easier and more fun to play. Our version is perfect for people with mild cognitive decline.

Games are good for health

Adding up the cards forces your older adult to do math in their heads, exercising their brains. Shuffling, dealing, and moving the cards around exercises their fingers and hands. And, they have to use judgement to make decisions about whether or not they want another card.

What you'll need

A standard deck of playing cards with Jokers removed.

Card Game 21 Blackjack Rules

21 or Blackjack – 1 player version

The goal of this game is to get as close to 21 as possible without going over. Playing 21 by yourself might not seem very exciting to you, but some older adults find it entertaining.

How to play with 1 person

Rules For Blackjack

1. Deal 2 cards to yourself.
2. If the points are greater than 21, you 'busted' and you lose that hand.
3. If the points are less than 21, you can stop there or decide if you want to try your luck by drawing additional cards.

21 or Blackjack – 2 player version

The goal of this game is also to get as close to 21 as possible without going over. To make things more exciting, you can place simple bets on whoever wins the hand. For example, whoever wins gets 1 penny. At the end of the game, you can see who has the most pennies!

How to play with 2 people

1. Deal 2 cards to each person using the 'one for you, one for me' method.
2. Each person decides if they want additional cards or not.
3. Compare cards to see who wins – whoever is closest to 21 without going over is the winner.

Special cards or holder

If poor vision or shaky hands is getting in the way of enjoying a card game, try these inexpensive aids: Wild buffalo slot game.

• Large size playing cards – here are a few options.
• Large print or large font playing cards – here are a few options, they're mixed in with large size cards.
• Easy grip or hands-free card holder – here are some options.

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