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Blackjack<\/strong><\/a> is tremendously popular with people who play casino card games and for very good reason. It has the best potential return to player (RTP) rate of all casino table games when played well, and it has some of the simplest casino card game rules. For beginners, blackjack<\/strong> is one of the easiest games to learn, unlike poker, which requires a lot of hands and strategies to understand. There\u2019s no need to read other players either, which makes blackjack<\/strong> the ideal game to play at a live table or at an online casino.<\/p>

But there\u2019s more to blackjack<\/strong> than easy gameplay, with exciting side bets such as Lucky Lucky, Perfect Pairs, Royal Match, 21+3, and Lucky Ladies. Moreover, a wager for a progressive jackpot is one of the more interesting blackjack<\/strong> side bets, and it often has the potential for big wins.<\/p>

Read on to learn about blackjack<\/strong> tips for beginners and the basics of progressive blackjack<\/strong>.<\/p>

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Basic Blackjack Rules<\/span><\/h2>

To play progressive<\/strong> blackjack<\/strong>, you need to know the basics of blackjack<\/strong>. (Feel free to skip ahead to the \u201cProgressive Jackpots Explained\u201d section if you already know these casino card game rules and don\u2019t need a rundown of blackjack<\/strong> for beginners.)<\/p>

If you\u2019re learning blackjack<\/strong>, the game aims to build a hand of cards that\u2019s as close to 21 as possible without going above that number. Cards showing numbers (2\u201310, regardless of suit) are worth their face values, while the royal cards (J, Q, K) are worth 10, and you can choose whether aces are 11 or one \u2014 whichever suits your hand the best. At the start of the game, players must place their initial bets. Then, they and the dealer receive two cards each. Your cards are face-up, but only one of the dealer\u2019s cards is face-up.<\/p>

Basic options are to \u201chit\u201d (have another card dealt to you) or \u201cstand\u201d (stick with what you\u2019ve got). Hit as many times as you want, but if you go over 21, you\u2019re \u201cbust,\u201d and the game is over. If you stand, play passes to the next player. When every player has had their turn, the dealer shows their face-down card. Whichever hand is closest to 21 wins.<\/p>

If you\u2019re wondering how to bet in blackjack<\/strong>, it\u2019s also very simple (especially thanks to blackjack<\/strong>\u2019s low house edge that makes it one of the least risky games to play). All you need to do is place your bet and any additional side bets before the game begins. You\u2019ll then receive your cards and can play until a winner is decided. The rules of side bets can differ quite drastically, so review the rules of each wager before you place any additional bets.<\/p>

How Close to 21 Should I Go?<\/span><\/h2>

There are many tips and strategies to play blackjack<\/strong> with confidence, but the best way to ensure success is by understanding and focusing on the game\u2019s goal. Hitting 21 or staying close to it is the aim of the game. If you hit 22 and above, you\u2019re out because you went \u201cbust.\u201d If you\u2019re wondering how to play blackjack<\/strong> in a casino for beginners, start by having a few practice rounds before playing for real money and understand the probability of going bust to get a feel for the game.<\/p>

Another way of understanding how to play 21 for beginners is by setting up benchmarks of numbers you will \u201cstick\u201d or \u201chit\u201d with. Sticking is when you decide to leave your cards as is, and hitting is when you want another card from the dealer.<\/p>

If the dealer places down a 10 and you have pairs of 7s, 8s, or hold a hand adding up to a 14 to 16, it\u2019s not ideal to hit as your chances of going over 21 are high. Rather, stay and hope the dealer goes bust. Anything between 17 and 20 is regarded as a strong round, so it\u2019s recommended to stay. However, experienced players will often call for another card with any hand 13 and below \u2014 sometimes, you have to risk it to win big.<\/p>

And that\u2019s it. There\u2019s no doubt that it\u2019s one of the easier casino table games. Now, you\u2019re ready to take the next step and learn about progressive blackjack<\/strong>.<\/p>

Progressive Jackpots Explained<\/span><\/h2>

The first progressive jackpot games to surface were online slots<\/strong> <\/a>like the ever-popular Mega Moolah, which feature a jackpot that keeps growing the longer you play. A fraction of the player\u2019s bet goes into the base jackpot amount, or seed jackpot, along with a fraction of all bets by all players on the same progressive jackpot network. This continues until somebody wins the jackpot, and the seed jackpot reverts to its base amount.<\/p>

The potential for mega wins makes these online slots very popular, but what does blackjack<\/strong> have to do with slots? Well, it\u2019s very likely that casino table games like blackjack<\/strong> are increasingly featuring progressive jackpots \u2014 both at land-based establishments and online casinos \u2014 because of the success of progressive jackpot slots.<\/p>

So, what is progressive<\/strong> blackjack<\/strong>? Progressive<\/strong> blackjack<\/strong> is simply blackjack<\/strong> with a side bet for a progressive jackpot. If you place this side bet and a specific combination of cards appears, you\u2019ll get your share of the progressive jackpot. A common type of progressive blackjack<\/strong> is played with four decks of cards. You place a side bet in the hope that your two cards will combine with the dealer\u2019s two cards in a way that triggers a jackpot payout. Whether you win or lose, the bet doesn\u2019t affect the outcome of the base game and vice versa.<\/p>

This is not to be confused with progressive betting for blackjack<\/strong>, which is a blackjack<\/strong> betting strategy where gamblers wager more after a win and less after a loss.<\/p>

How To Play Progressive Blackjack<\/span><\/h2>

A progressive blackjack side bet pays out winning combinations in addition to the progressive jackpot itself \u2014 although it\u2019s worth noting that you will have to stake more to be in the running.<\/p>