The Blackjack Table is one of the few places on earth you will hear people enthusiastically crying out – “Hit Me”! Blackjack, also known as 21, is one of the most popular casino games in the world. There are several variations of the famous game, to include Spanish 21, Chinese 21, Double Exposure Blackjack and Pontoon. Part of Blackjack’s popularity stems from the fact that while significant chance is indeed involved, there is also an element of skill, or player decision, which can dramatically increase the odds in the player’s favor.

The point of the game is to beat the dealer by having the higher hand without exceeding 21. Blackjack strategies have been developed by professional players, to include players that have been inducted into the Blackjack Hall of Fame. Card counting remains legal in most US casino’s, however is often used as a reason for casino hosts to ban players that are doing too well using this method. Electronic or other counting devices are illegal and prohibited. There are several card counting techniques, which include card counting and shuffle tracking. These are normally done on a point system rather than memorizing which cards have already been played. Combining card counting techniques with basic strategy can bring tremendous payoff because players will have an optimal black jack game and will know precisely when to shout out ‘hit me’.