European Blackjack uses 8 normal decks of 52 cards. The dealer shuffles
the cards at the completion of each hand. In European Blackjack the dealer
is forced to stand on all hands of 17, and blackjack beats any 21 value hand.
European Blackjack
The usual Microgaming strategy applicable to 8 decks can be played. You can
play using the Expert Mode (which has an auto play feature). A strategy card
is also available for you to customize). The game software applies whatever
strategy you choose when in auto play mode. Each hand is logged and players
can review their statistics in real time.
European Blackjack Rules
Splitting Rules
If you have a pair of Aces and you choose to split them and then are dealt
a 10 value card, this does not not give you a Blackjack, only a standard 21.
You are not allowed to re-split
You cannot re-split Aces
If you choose to Split your Aces, you may only receive one further card
to each and then you are forced to Stand
Double Down Rules
Doubling Down is allowed after receipt of your initial two cards, but only
if they add up to 9, 10 or 11.
The Double Down bet is equvalent to your initial hand bet
You are not allowed to Double Down after a Split
If you have been dealt a Blackjack you are not allowed to Double Down
Insurance Rules
Insurance is not applicable to the additional hands created by Splitting, or
by Doubling Down. You receive 2:1 odds on your Insurance bet. If the Dealer
ends up not getting a Blackjack, the Insurance bet value is forfeited.
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