Blackjack (21) Overview Blackjack, also known as 21, is a popular card game often played in casinos. The goal is to have a hand value close to 21 without going over.
Game Rules Card Values:
Number cards (2-10) are worth their face value. Jacks, Queens, and Kings are worth 10 points. Aces can be worth 1 or 11 points, depending on what helps the hand. Game Play:
Each player and the dealer get two cards. Players can choose to "hit" (take another card) or "stand" (keep their current hand). If a player's total goes over 21, they "bust" and lose the round. The dealer must hit until their total is 17 or higher. Winning the Game:
If a player's total is closer to 21 than the dealer's, the player wins. If the dealer's total is closer, the dealer wins. If both have the same total, it's a tie (called a "push"). Special Cases:
If a player gets an Ace and a 10-point card as their first two cards, it's called "Blackjack." This usually pays 1.5 times the bet. Strategy Tips Basic Strategy: Know when to hit or stand based on the dealer's card. Splitting: If you have two cards of the same value, you can split them into two hands. Doubling Down: After the first two cards only, you can double your bet and take only one more card.