bad blackjack

Card Counting vs Standard Play: What Really Pays?

13 June 2025

G’day, Dave the Gambler here from HowToBeatTheCasinos.com, and today we’re diving into one of the oldest debates on the blackjack floor—card counting vs standard play. Which gives you better odds? Which keeps you out of trouble? And is it really worth the mental effort, or are you [...]

Always Split Aces When Playing Blackjack

7 February 2023

Blackjack is a popular casino game that has been around for centuries. Despite its longevity, the game has evolved over the years, and it’s important for players to keep up with the latest developments to increase their chances of winning. This blog post will provide you with some power [...]

Avoid 6:5 Blackjack

19 April 2008

A few years ago, a new form of blackjack began to arrive on the Las Vegas Strip, at casino hotels like Paris Las Vegas, Bally’s Las Vegas, Flamingo Las Vegas, and others. This form of blackjack was the “Pays 6 to 5 on Blackjack” variety. In many cases, it was brought in [...]