Game Asian Blackjack Demo Play at RocketPlay Casino

Experience the thrill of Asian Blackjack, the live dealer game available at RocketPlay Casino. Real dealers stream the action as you place bets and try to get a hand value closer to 21 than the dealer, without going over. Dynamic camera angles let you follow every move as the cards come out of the shoe and land on the table. Chat with the dealer and other players in real-time for a social gambling experience. Asian Blackjack brings together the best aspects of live casinos and online play.

History of the Game

Blackjack evolved over centuries from games like French Ferme and Chemin de Fer. References to card totals adding up to 21 date back to the 1700s Spanish game One and Thirty. When the game arrived in North America, gambling houses offered bonus payouts for a hand consisting of a black jack and the name stuck. Casinos introduced rule changes over time to increase the house edge. Modern blackjack took shape in the early 20th century and remains one of the most popular casino games today.

The Asian variation developed as a fusion between European blackjack and traditional Chinese card games like Pai Gow. It follows the same basic rules but incorporates a few twists. Two side bets spice things up even more. Asian blackjack emerged in the 2000s as live casinos grew in popularity. The lively action and chance for side payouts have made it a top choice for blackjack fans worldwide.

Game Rules and Mechanics

The goal is still to form a hand value closer to 21 than the dealer without exceeding 21. Numbered cards count as their face value while face cards count as 10. An ace can be valued as 1 or 11. Each round starts with players making their main bet within table limits. They can also opt to place the Bust It and Match Play side bets.

The dealer distributes one card face up to each player position, then one deal face up for themselves. A second face-up card goes to each player. The dealer peeks at their facedown deck and checks for blackjack. If they have an ace and 10-point deal, no further action occurs and main bets lose unless the player also has blackjack.

If the dealer does not have blackjack, play proceeds clockwise, starting with the player farthest left. You can stand (not request another hand), hit (take another card to improve your total), double down (double your stake after receiving just one extra card), or split (separate matching cards into two hands with another bet). Actions depend on the hand value and dealer’s hand. If your hand exceeds 21, you bust and lose your stake.

Once all players act, the dealer reveals their facedown card and must hit on totals of 16 or less but stand on 17 through 21. If you score higher than the dealer or the dealer busts, you win even money on your main wager.

Types of Bets and Payouts

The main blackjack bet pays even money. Winning $10 on a $10 bet returns $20 (the original bet plus $10 profit). Side bets spice things up with higher odds.

The Bust It side bet wins if your initial two cards total 20, 19, or 18. The lower the total, the higher the payout:

• 20 pays 2:1
• 19 pays 4:1
• 18 pays 8:1

The Match Play side bet wins when your first two cards match the dealer’s hand. Payouts based on the matched card are:

• Ace pays 20:1
• King, Queen, or Jack pays 10:1
• 4 through 10 pays 5:1
• 2 or 3 pays 3:1

Special Options

Take advantage of options that add betting variety and payout potential:

1. Perfect Pairs: Wager on your first two cards forming a mixed, colored, or perfect pair. Pays up to 25:1.
2. 21+3: Combine your first two cards and the dealer’s hand to make a flush, straight, three of a kind, or straight flush. Pays up to 100:1.
3. Buster Blackjack: Lose your hand but still win if the dealer busts. Payouts up to 250:1.
4. Hot 3 Progressive: Three-spot side bet wins if your hand contains a 2, 3, or 4 depending on the number of spots matched.

Strategies to Improve Your Winning Chances

Follow these tips to boost your odds against the house:

• Learn optimal hitting, standing, doubling, and splitting strategies based on your hand total versus the dealer’s upcard. Basic strategy charts online provide the best moves for each scenario.

• Manage your bankroll effectively. Set betting limits and avoid chasing losses. Blackjack’s low house edge means smaller bets can lead to nice payouts over time.

• Practice card counting systems like Hi-Lo to determine when the remaining deck favors players or the dealer, then bet more aggressively in player-friendly conditions.

• Locate tables with favorable rules like dealer stands on soft 17, double down permitted after splits, and blackjack pays 3:2 rather than 6:5.

• Take advantage of comps rewards programs. The more you play using your card, the more casino perks you can earn.