Classic Blackjack
The timeless standard with the lowest house edge.
Classic Blackjack is the standard variant in almost every online casino. Played with 1–8 decks, dealer stands on all 17s, blackjack pays 3:2.
Rules
- 1 to 8 decks in the shoe
- Dealer stands on all 17s (S17)
- Double down on any two cards
- Split up to 3 times, aces usually only once
How to play
- Place your bet
- Receive two cards, dealer one face-up
- Decide Hit/Stand/Double/Split
- Dealer plays out by fixed rules
Tips & Strategy
- Use strict basic strategy
- Never insurance
- Split aces and eights
- Double on hard 11
Common mistakes
- Accepting 6:5 tables
- Playing on feel
- Overbetting side bets
Odds & Probability
House edge
~0.5%
Blackjack payout
3:2
Decks
1–8
With optimal basic strategy the house edge is 0.4–0.6%, depending on deck count and dealer rules.
FAQ
＋Is single-deck better?
Mathematically yes — fewer decks = lower house edge. Online, single-deck is often combined with 6:5 payout, which wipes out the gain.