How to Play 21 Card Game: A Quick Guide

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Welcome to our quick guide on how to play the 21 card game, also known as Blackjack. This exciting game combines luck and strategy, making it a favorite at casinos worldwide. Here’s how you can get started:

Objective

  • Your goal is to have your cards total 21 or come closer to 21 than the dealer without exceeding it.

Setup

  1. Each player is dealt two cards face up.
  2. The dealer receives one card face up and one face down (the hole card).

Gameplay

  • Hit: Ask for another card to increase your total.
  • Stand: Keep your current total and end your turn.
  • Double Down: Double your bet and receive only one more card.
  • Split: If you have two cards of the same value, split them into two hands.

Winning

  • If your cards total exactly 21, you have a “Blackjack” and usually win 1.5 times your bet.
  • If the dealer exceeds 21, all remaining players win.

Strategy Tips

  • Always stand when your hand total is 17 or higher.
  • Always hit if your hand total is 11 or lower.

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