Playtech Blackjack Variations

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Playtech Casino Blackjack games are available in a diverse selection of variations including Multi-hand, Multi-player and Progressive Jackpots.

Classic Blackjack

The most sought after and most popular Blackjack game of all is this traditional Classic version. Playtech have left the original rules in tact in this easy to understand game ideal for the new player or most advanced player wishing to get back to basics.

Dealer must stand on 17 and players are permitted to split once only. Split an ace and stand after one card is received at which point 21 does not qualify as Blackjack. Double down on first two cards and after the split after wagering 1x the original bet. Buy insurance only when dealer shows an ace.

21 Duel Blackjack

It is surely duel and a bit of challenge initially to learn this game if you are primarily a traditional type player. The twist in this variation is there is no Blackjack meaning that any hand combination totaling 21 is just that – 21, regardless if it is an ace and 10 point card or not. However, there is a Bonus bet.

Dealer is dealt 2 down, player 1 up/1 down and 2 communal cards are placed in the center of table. A player can opt to fold or use up card to play one of the communal cards after placing a bet equal to original bet. At this point stand or hit and your down card is in play and part of your hand in which you then stand.

Dealer turns one card over and plays one of the communal cards, if 17 stands, if not hits and turns up his second down card. If the total hand count is less than 13 player wins 1:1 on original bet and push on second bet. Player loses both bets when dealer has higher than 12 and is higher than the player’s hand. Both hands equaled is a push on both bets.

*Place an optional Bonus side bet on three cards up after deal. Win 3:1 for a pair and 20:1 when all three cards match.

Blackjack Surrender

This fun variation is played in the typical standard rules with one unique exception; players are allowed to Early Surrender. This is to the player’s advantage because they lose only half their bet when surrendering after the dealer shows Blackjack on the initial deal.

Dealer stands on 17 and player may split all pairs but not re-split. After the split Blackjack is no longer recognized, instead is considered 21. Double down permitted before and after the split for bet size equal to first bet. Lose bet when dealer shows an ace and gets Blackjack. Win your bet back when dealer shows 10 point card and hits Blackjack. Insurance is only available when dealer shows an ace up.

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Blackjack Switch

It’s the old switch trick in this game offering players a chance swap their cards. Your game is also enhanced with a Bonus side bet. You are dealt two hands each hand is one up and one down with an option to switch your up cards. Dealer hits on soft 17, player is permitted to split but not re-split. Split aces can draw only one card and a count of 21 is not considered Blackjack at this point. Double down at bet size equal to original bet and after split. Try for free here.

*Place a Bonus side bet and win 1:1 on 1 pair, 5:1 for 3 of a kind, 8:1 on 2 pairs and 40:1 on 4 of a kind.

Pontoon

A popular variation of Blackjack, this game there is a few interesting differences. A blackjack hand in this game is referred to as Pontoon. The next best hand is call the Five Card Trick; 5 cards that do not go over 21 or bust wins.

Dealer gets 2 cards face down and stands on hard 17 and hits on soft 17. The player must hit on anything under 15. Split is permitted on pairs and if split aces are dealt a ten point card it counts as Pontoon, a nice rule that most other variations consider it as 21 only.

Progressive Blackjack

This has to be the most exciting game with a huge Jackpot prize up for grabs. Place a Bonus side bet for 7 extra ways to win. The rules are basically standard but heats up with the Bonus bet.

Dealer stands on 17, player permitted to split pairs and re-split twice. Split aces get one card and any 10 point card is 21 and not considered Blackjack. Double down bet size 1x your original bet.

*Bonus bet payouts: 1 ace 5:1, 2 aces 50:1, 2 suited aces 100:1, 3 aces 250:1, 4 aces 2500:1, 3 suited aces 5000:1 and 4 suites aces wins the Progressive Jackpot.