Live Blackjack - Play Online for Real Money
We’re pretty proud of our selection of live dealer blackjack games here at Paddy Power. We’d go so far as to say the number of blackjack tables you can play at is impressive.
All budgets are catered for as well. Sticking to a tighter bankroll? Consider yourself a high roller? We’ve got a table for you.
Our tables range from ‘standard’ blackjack, for the purists, to some intriguing variants like:
Each one has its own interactive tools, including hand histories and stats, to help you improve your understanding of the game and make for a seamless playing experience.
What Is Live Blackjack in a Casino?
The key feature that separates live blackjack from any other online blackjack game is the presence of a professional dealer to keep the action flowing. You’ve got a happy combination of verbal interaction and on-screen instructions, so you can place your bets and say hit, stand, double down out loud. It’s like being there on the casino floor, except it’s all streamed live to your desktop computer, laptop or mobile device. More or less the same concept applies to all the live casino games at Paddy Power!
How to Get Started with Live Blackjack
We’ve got handy guides on how to play blackjack and what the rules of blackjack are. We’d encourage you to peruse those in your time. But to get you started, here’s a couple of the key things you’ll want to bear in mind when you play live blackjack at Paddy Power:
Choosing a Game and Table
Click the “i” button for any live blackjack variant at the top of the page for details on its gameplay and limits.
Already know which table you want to sit at? The thumbnail image for each variation displays the number of seats available at any time. The buy-in limits are visible too, ranging from £/€1 into the thousands, depending which version of live blackjack you choose.
Placing Bets in Live Blackjack
Whenever you’re looking to play live blackjack in the UK, you’ll have to decide how much you want to bet. Once you have, the intuitive in-game controls of each live blackjack game on our site let you play without too much ado.
You can explore and experiment with further betting options as the game unfolds: hit, stand and double down, and of course you can split a pair too.
Once all players and the dealer have finished their hands, lost stakes are taken and winning bets satisfied.
Live Blackjack Side Bets
Each live dealer blackjack variation on the Paddy Power Games platform has its own selection of side bets to offer. Examples of live blackjack side bets include:
● 21+3 Wager on the outcome of your two cards and the dealer’s upturned card. Your goal is to make a strong three-card hand. Payouts range from 5:1 for a flush to 100:1 for a suited three-of-a-kind.
● Royal Match You bet you’ll be dealt two suited ‘face’ cards.
● Over/Under 13 You bet the sum of your two cards will be either over or under 13.
● Insurance You’ll receive a 2:1 payout if the dealer lands a blackjack.
Live Blackjack Strategy
Blackjack is a game of chance - you can’t know for sure what card will be dealt next. We’ve got guides that give more detail on this, but the key strategies in live blackjack revolve around understanding and working with probability, as well as knowing the rules of the variant you’re playing inside and out.
Live Blackjack Odds
Remember, the house has a small edge in live dealer blackjack. This will vary from game to game: in the standard game, the dealer wins around 48% of hands, the player 44%. Around 8% end in a ‘draw’. But that doesn’t mean in any given session the tables won’t turn on the dealer - it’s a game of chance, after all!
Play Live Blackjack for Fun and for Real Money
Some players prefer real money blackjack live games, for others, simply beating the dealer in a free live blackjack game is satisfying enough. Here at Paddy Power we welcome all players to our casino with real money and demo games readily available.
LIVE BLACKJACK FAQ
How can I choose live blackjack games in my budget?
You’ll find live blackjack games for players of all budgets to enjoy here at Paddy Power. We clearly display both the minimum and maximum buy-in amounts for each game in our lobby so you can make an informed decision about which one you play.
Can you play live blackjack online in the UK?
Yes! Not only can you play live blackjack right here at Paddy Power from anywhere with a decent internet connection, but you can try out any one of a dozen different variants!
Is live blackjack better than online?
Live blackjack and online blackjack are based around the same game, so it really depends on your preference. If you like to play along with others and interact in real time, you’ll probably find you enjoy playing live blackjack!
How do you beat live blackjack?
All versions of blackjack are games of chance. Everyone likes the idea of winning! But the best strategy for enjoying a game of live blackjack is to play for the fun of it.