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The evolution of blackjack
In the four hundred years and more that blackjack has been played, the game has changed dramatically. One very noticeable aspect is the development of blackjack cabinet games, and more recently, blackjack games at online casinos. The gameplay has also evolved to suit these environments, so here is our brief guide to how online blackjack differs from casino and cabinet games.
Casino blackjack
As you'd expect, casino blackjack is played around a table. You can see your fellow players, and usually see which cards they have been dealt. The dealer is human rather than automated, but uses a shuffling machine or 'shoe'. The casino is always vigilant for mistakes, card counting and cheaters: the famous 'eye in the sky' is always watching.
Cabinet blackjack
In the late 1970s, casinos began to introduce video blackjack machines. Like arcade games, these are cabinet-based video games operated with buttons. One advantage over table blackjack is that video blackjack does not have a minimum bet, so casino-goers can play for fun with smaller amounts of money. What's more, you can play on your own, on machines that sometimes feature video poker or slots too. However, video blackjack has suffered something of a decline in recent years.
Online blackjack
The main reason for the decline in video blackjack is the astonishing success of online casino blackjack. The huge number of players allows sites to dish out huge prizes and bonus features, while the variety available on the internet means there is a blackjack game for everyone. To sum up, here are a few advantages of online blackjack:
- Some sites with no minimum bet
- No need to dress up or travel to a casino
- A huge range of games to choose from
- Competitive casino sign-up deals and prizes
- Amazing graphics and audio effects
So, browse Classic Blackjack's range of online blackjack games and tips, and choose a game that appeals to you – all from the comfort of your own home!