Tipico launches online casino in New Jersey

Tipico launches online iGaming casino in New Jersey.

The online casino space has added a new player in the United States. Tipico, a global sportsbook operator, has launched its first U.S.-based online casino in New Jersey, where consumers in the New Jersey market can participate in the iGaming experience. Tipico has partnered with Ocean Casino Resort for New Jersey licensing.

“After many months of investment and hard work by our growing team of developers, we are excited to announce today that the Tipico online casino is now live in New Jersey,” said Adrian Vella, Tipico US CEO in a release from the company. “With a growing number of U.S. states open or regulating legal online casino activity–driving an average of $100 million in gross gaming revenue each month per state­–this addition to our suite of products will be a key driver of growth for Tipico in North America in 2022.”

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Tipico’s online casino will feature popular games and titles, including: 88 Fortunes and Monopoly. New Jersey consumers will be introduced to an expanded library of high stakes slots, jackpot games, live dealer, classic table games, leaderboards and much more over the coming months as the iGaming experience continues to grow.

New Tipico users in New Jersey will also have access to a casino deposit match welcoming offer; terms and conditions apply. With single sign-on feature tied to the Tipico Sportsbook, users can login with their existing credentials to take advantage of various daily promotions, including free spins, deposit reload offers, risk-free play and more.

“With a portfolio of classic and popular games, the Tipico iGaming platform is a natural complement to our sportsbook” Vella added. “We are confident that this seamless, multi-state single-sign-on expansion of our product suite will advance our ability to acquire high quality players in New Jersey and beyond, and retain them for the long-term as we roll out frequent new features.”

Pending future market access, regulatory approvals and local legislation, Tipico plans to take their online casino product to more states during 2022.

Tipico Sportsbook is available in New Jersey and Colorado; they’ll be entering new markets soon, too. In September, they announced an agreement with Caesars Entertainment which will provide online market access to Iowa and Indiana. They expect to launch their mobile sportsbook in those states in the coming months.

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Michigan online casino and iGaming – BetMGM launches app

BetMGM has launched their online casino and iGaming app in Michigan.

In addition to Michigan online sports betting going live Friday, January 21, BetMGM announced the launch of BetMGM Casino online in Michigan, too. BetMGM Casino will deliver a wide range of legal, online Michigan casino games to state residents to participate in.

Michigan becomes the fourth state where BetMGM’s iGaming/online casino offering is live, joining New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia online casinos.

From best-in-class online blackjack and roulette games to a host of slots, BetMGM Casino will launch with a wide variety of digital games, which include video poker and other casino and slot games. App users can also take part in slot tournaments, progressive jackpots exclusive to Michigan and more.

“Reaction to the opening of MGM Grand Detroit’s BetMGM Sportsbook and Lounge has been incredible. We’re thrilled to complement our retail offering with the launch of the BetMGM mobile app in Michigan,” said BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt. “Michigan sports fans can access our interactive sports betting platform and exclusive line of casino games directly from their phone. The Wolverine State now has new ways to engage with the teams they love, while earning rewards from their gameplay.”

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In a released statement, David Tsai, President of the Midwest Group, MGM Resorts, said, “Working with BetMGM to offer our customers a new, innovative way to engage with our brands is very exciting for us. This is yet another example of our continued commitment and investment in Detroit and Michigan and we are proud to be part of this historic launch.”

BetMGM’s Michigan Casino product will be available in their mobile app – available on iOS and Android devices. The experience is also available via desktop.

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Players at BetMGM Casino are also integrated with MGM Resorts’ M life Rewards program, which allows BetMGM customers in Michigan to redeem their game play for world-class experiences at MGM Resorts iconic properties nationwide, such as MGM Grand Detroit, Bellagio, ARIA and MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Borgata in New Jersey and MGM National Harbor in Maryland.

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Online Casino iGaming: How to play legal, online poker

A detailed betting guide on how to play legal online poker, including Texas Holdem, and win.

As sports betting continues to expand it’s footprint across the United States with legal, online sports betting opportunities, as does the world of legal, online casino and iGaming. Here, we’ll look at a rather rudimentary guide on how to play online poker and win.

How to play iGaming online poker: Starting out

If you’re just getting your feet wet playing poker online, you’re not alone. Many are dabbling in electronic casino games for the first time.

Texas holdem is widely available online, as well as games like Omaha. The latter doesn’t have nearly the mass appeal or availability, however, so we’ll focus mostly on online Texas holdem.

How to play online poker: Winning

Before we proceed, let’s just clear up a few basics. There are four suits and two colors in a standard 52-card deck. We have two red suits – diamonds and hearts – and two black suits – clubs and spades. Face cards are jacks (J), queens (Q) and kings (K). Aces (A) can be used either as a high or low card, similarly to blackjack.

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Unlike blackjack, you’re not only playing against the dealer, but also the others at the table. In Texas holdem, you will get five ‘community’ cards dealt, and two ‘hole’ cards. Your two hole cards are not shown to anyone else. You must use at least one of your hole cards to make the best possible hand against everyone else at the table.

There will be a round of betting based upon everyone’s hole cards. The order is determined by the ‘button’, which is a round marker rotating around the table each hand. This signifies who is the ‘dealer’. The next two positions are the ‘small blind’ and ‘big blind’ spots. There is a pre-determined amount required to play the hand.

The big blind pays the entire amount, the small blind plays half, and has the option of matching the big blind to remain in the hand. After the big blind, each player around the table has the option of either ‘calling’, or betting the amount of the big blind, raising or folding. The betting goes all around the table until every player matches the highest bet made in a particular round.

After the hole cards are bet upon, the ‘flop’ is dealt. These are the first three community cards. Another round of betting ensues. Then, a fourth card, or ‘Fourth Street’ or ‘The Turn’, is dealt, and another round of betting, etc. Lastly, a fifth card, or ‘Fifth Street’ or ‘The River’, is dealt, and the final bets are made before a winning hand is determined.

How to play online blackjack: Strategies

There are plenty of different strategies for winning at online poker, but the best advice is to be patient. It might seem rather boring to continually fold hands, and Texas holdem can be a grind at times, but impatience is rarely rewarded, and it’s a good idea to wait for ‘Top 10’ hands. Eventually, you’ll learn about suited connectors (cards of the same suit in numerical succession), or just suited cards in general, which can be good starting hole cards.

In addition, sometimes you will hit a set – or three of a kind – on the flop with cards which aren’t necessarily great hole cards initially. You’ll learn the nuances of the game as you gain more experience. For intermediate or advanced players, this is all common knowledge, but for beginners just learning the game, patience is a virtue.

While various tables can have players of very different skill levels, and you do not want to play ‘tight’, or too close to the vest, using less risky play initially will mitigate big losses early on and keep your interest as you continue to learn. Eventually, you’ll also learn how to bluff, which by a series of strong wagers, can trick other players into believing your hand is stronger than it might really be.

This is certainly for more advanced players, but down the road you’ll learn you can win a hand even if you have lesser hole cards than your opponent simply by wagering strategy.

As you start out, you’ll need to know the order of winning hands, and memorize this list:

  • Royal flush (AKQJ10 of the same suit)
  • Straight flush (Five cards in sequence, same suit)
  • Four of a kind (Same card in all four suits)
  • Full house (Three of a kind and a pair)
  • Flush (Five cards of the same suit, sequence not required)
  • Straight (Five cards in sequence, suit doesn’t matter)
  • Three of a kind (Same card in three different suits)
  • Two pairs (two different matching numbers or face cards)
  • One pair (two matching numbers or face cards)
  • High card (If you do not have any matching cards, it’s simply your highest card)

How to play online poker: Play responsibly

Again, please be careful initially when setting out. Do not play for more than you can afford to lose, try and limit your alcohol intake and other outside distractions, and simply focus on the game.

In fact, some players like to engage in chatter at the table in person, or via ‘chat’ in a room. Block all of that out and just focus on the cards, especially early on. Remember your basic rules and don’t try and get too cute. If so, you’re going to really enjoy playing poker in the comfort of your own home.

Ready to give online poker a try? Head over to BetMGM to sign up and play.

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BetMGM Casino launches online in Pennsylvania

BetMGM has launched their online casino in Pennsylvania

BetMGM announced the launch of BetMGM Casino online in Pennsylvania, which will deliver a wide range of online casino games to the Keystone state residents.

The casino launch also paves the foundation for the upcoming launch of BetMGM’s sports betting offering within the state, which should be available statewide in the coming weeks, pending necessary regulatory approvals. Recently, BetMGM became the first gaming partner of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Pennsylvania becomes the third state where BetMGM’s iGaming offering is live, joining New Jersey and West Virginia online casinos.

From best-in-class blackjack and roulette games to a host of slots, BetMGM Casino will launch with more than 140 games, which include slot tournaments, progressive jackpots exclusive to the state, video poker and other casino and slot games.

The BetMGM app features an exclusive-to-Pennsylvania, in-house jackpot with five jackpot games, including MGM Grand Millions slot game. At launch, the value of the progressive jackpot is $140,000 and growing.

BetMGM’s Pennsylvania Casino product will be available in their mobile app – available on iOS and Android devices. The experience is also available via desktop. All new users will receive $25 in house money upon registration and they are doing a 100 percent deposit match up to $1,000. New customers may sign up at BetMGM here.

“We’re thrilled to bring BetMGM’s online casino offering to Pennsylvania,” said BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt. “With more than 140 different games, including our own in-house progressive jackpot network, we’re delivering the widest range of content currently available in the state. Alongside MGM Resorts and its M life Rewards program, BetMGM will provide players with a truly unique entertainment experience.”

Players at BetMGM Casino are also integrated with MGM Resorts’ M life Rewards program, which allows BetMGM customers in Pennsylvania to redeem their game play for world-class experiences at MGM Resorts iconic properties nationwide, such as Bellagio and MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Borgata in New Jersey and MGM National Harbor in Maryland.

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BetMGM Casino launches in West Virginia

BetMGM has launched their online casino in West Virginia

BetMGM has announced the launch of BetMGM Casino online in West Virginia, which will deliver a wide range of online casino games to West Virginia residents.

From best-in-class blackjack and roulette games to a host of slots, BetMGM Casino will launch with 30 – nearly double that of competition – games in the Mountain State, including West Virginia’s only progressive jackpot-linked games, which have the potential for huge payouts on every spin.

BetMGM’s West Virginia Casino product will be available in their West Virginia mobile app – available on iOS and Android devices – as a presented dedicated tab, which compliments BetMGM’s legal sports betting product. The experience is also available via desktop.

“The addition of the leading iGaming offering in West Virginia is a powerful differentiator for BetMGM,” said Adam Greenblatt, CEO of BetMGM. “With the largest slate of casino games in the state, we’re confident that our superior offering will quickly become the online gaming destination of choice for players.”

BetMGM Casino operates in conjunction with The Greenbrier, a mountain luxury resort synonymous with world-class hospitality in West Virginia. BetMGM’s Casino is also available in New Jersey; in the coming months, it will also be available in Pennsylvania and Michigan, provided they obtain regulatory approval.

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Online Casino: How to play online poker

A detailed betting guide on how to play poker online and win.

Sports have been wiped out, for the most part, all across the world in a rather unprecedented situation. Gamblers can still find a way to cash big money while playing casino games electronically. One of the first ways to do so is a game we all have known and loved for years. Here, we’ll look at a rather rudimentary guide on how to play online poker and win.

How to play online poker: Starting out

If you’re just getting your feet wet playing poker online, you’re not alone. Many are getting their betting fix by dabbling in electronic casino games for the first time. Texas holdem is widely available online, as well as games like Omaha. The latter doesn’t have nearly the mass appeal or availability, however, so we’ll focus mostly on holdem.

How to play online poker: Winning

Before we proceed, let’s just clear up a few basics. There are four suits and two colors in a standard 52-card deck. We have two red suits – diamonds and hearts – and two black suits – clubs and spades. Face cards are jacks (J), queens (Q) and kings (K). Aces (A) can be used either as a high or low card, similarly to blackjack.


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Unlike blackjack, you’re not only playing against the dealer, but also the others at the table. In Texas holdem, you will get five ‘community’ cards dealt, and two ‘hole’ cards. Your two hole cards are not shown to anyone else. You must use at least one of your hole cards to make the best possible hand against everyone else at the table.

There will be a round of betting based upon everyone’s hole cards. The order is determined by the ‘button’, which is a round marker rotating around the table each hand. This signifies who is the ‘dealer’. The next two positions are the ‘small blind’ and ‘big blind’ spots. There is a pre-determined amount required to play the hand.

The big blind pays the entire amount, the small blind plays half, and has the option of matching the big blind to remain in the hand. After the big blind, each player around the table has the option of either ‘calling’, or betting the amount of the big blind, raising or folding. The betting goes all around the table until every player matches the highest bet made in a particular round.

After the hole cards are bet upon, the ‘flop’ is dealt. These are the first three community cards. Another round of betting ensues. Then, a fourth card, or ‘Fourth Street’ or ‘The Turn’, is dealt, and another round of betting, etc. Lastly, a fifth card, or ‘Fifth Street’ or ‘The River’, is dealt, and the final bets are made before a winning hand is determined.

How to play online blackjack: Strategies

There are plenty of different strategies for winning at online poker, but the best advice is to be patient. It might seem rather boring to continually fold hands, and Texas holdem can be a grind at times, but impatience is rarely rewarded, and it’s a good idea to wait for ‘Top 10’ hands. Eventually, you’ll learn about suited connectors (cards of the same suit in numerical succession), or just suited cards in general, which can be good starting hole cards.

In addition, sometimes you will hit a set – or three of a kind – on the flop with cards which aren’t necessarily great hole cards initially. You’ll learn the nuances of the game as you gain more experience. For intermediate or advanced players, this is all common knowledge, but for beginners just learning the game, patience is a virtue.

While various tables can have players of very different skill levels, and you do not want to play ‘tight’, or too close to the vest, using less risky play initially will mitigate big losses early on and keep your interest as you continue to learn. Eventually, you’ll also learn how to bluff, which by a series of strong wagers, can trick other players into believing your hand is stronger than it might really be.

This is certainly for more advanced players, but down the road you’ll learn you can win a hand even if you have lesser hole cards than your opponent simply by wagering strategy.

As you start out, you’ll need to know the order of winning hands, and memorize this list:

  • Royal flush (AKQJ10 of the same suit)
  • Straight flush (Five cards in sequence, same suit)
  • Four of a kind (Same card in all four suits)
  • Full house (Three of a kind and a pair)
  • Flush (Five cards of the same suit, sequence not required)
  • Straight (Five cards in sequence, suit doesn’t matter)
  • Three of a kind (Same card in three different suits)
  • Two pairs (two different matching numbers or face cards)
  • One pair (two matching numbers or face cards)
  • High card (If you do not have any matching cards, it’s simply your highest card)

How to play online poker: Play responsibly

Again, please be careful initially when setting out. Do not play for more than you can afford to lose, try and limit your alcohol intake and other outside distractions, and simply focus on the game.

In fact, some players like to engage in chatter at the table in person, or via ‘chat’ in a room. Block all of that out and just focus on the cards, especially early on. Remember your basic rules and don’t try and get too cute. If so, you’re going to really enjoy playing poker in the comfort of your own home.

Ready to give online poker a try? Head over to BetMGM to sign up and play.

For more sports betting tips, visit SportsbookWire.com and follow us on Twitter and Facebook. Please gamble responsibly.

Gannett may earn revenue from audience referrals to betting services.  Newsrooms are independent of this relationship and there is no influence on news coverage.

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With little to bet on, online casino games can help fill void

Online casinos can help pass the time for sports bettors as we await live sporting events to return.

As almost every sport league remains paused, delayed or generally in limbo, the associated world of sports betting has dust growing on it by the day. While most of the country remains quarantined in place, the itch for some way to pass the time and give us a distraction to the world around us continues to grow.

Heck, I’m getting ready to put odds on my children’s tooth-brushing routine as an event each night. That competition is fierce, man. Hmm, maybe I should live stream it and take wagers?

There are ways for sports bettors to pivot during these uneasy times and the world of online casinos can help fill some of the void we are feeling. Yes, the experience isn’t an apple-to-apple replacement, but there are still ways to utilize our skills, pass the time – and turn a profit.


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Some of the various types of games, both cards and digital, available via online casinos include:

  • Blackjack
  • Poker
  • Roulette
  • Slots

There are often live opportunities to have a seat at the table during actual live blackjack, poker and roulette games. While it’s not quite the thrill of holding onto an Under bet with the final seconds clicking off a game clock, cashing in on a winning hand at the table can help pass the time until sports resume.

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BetMGM Casino also offers virtual sports to bet on – from horses to motorcycles to cars to virtual soccer, you have the choice to place some wagers on how the digital version of the event will play out.

Ready to give online blackjack or other casino games a try? Head over to BetMGM to sign up and play today.

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Online Casino: 5 beginner tips for winning at online roulette

Online casinos, including online roulette, can be a way to pass the time until sports betting opportunities resume. Here’s a guide for beginners.

With sports canceled for now, online casino games could become even more popular. For new players, this could seem daunting as online casino games can differ from what you typically see from your favorite local casino.

Below, we are handing out five of our favorite tips and tricks on how to win more often when playing online roulette. 

1. Find the right online casino for you  

The most important tip when you first decide to play online roulette is to find the right online casino for you. Some online casinos will offer bonuses and rewards for first-time players and others will even provide you free bets. There will undoubtedly be some casinos that are more user-friendly than others, so make sure you find the online casino that fits your needs.

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2. Know the roulette table layout

Roulette tables (and the odds) can vary from table to table. Some sites will have just one “0” at the top of the table, while others will have a “0” and a “00”. Believe it or not, this can significantly impact your odds of winning, so make sure you find the table that is right for you. It’s also important to know the bet minimums as those can vary from site to site, as well.


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3. Have a betting strategy

Are you looking to go-big in roulette? Consider making smaller bets on inside numbers that pay out 35:1. Or are you looking to increase your bankroll with better odds? Consider betting on a red or black, odds or evens or a column bet. Either way, heading to the roulette table without a plan or budget is a surefire way to ensure you won’t come away a winner.

4. Remember roulette is a game of chance 

Roulette is the ultimate game of chance. In that way, it’s unlike poker and blackjack as those two table games use more skill than roulette. Keeping that in mind, make sure to lower your bets in comparison to what you might wager at other games. This will allow you to have more fun at the roulette wheel as luck will ultimately decide if you win or lose on any given spin. Keeping a bankroll strategy will become incredibly important in roulette as you never want to risk more than a few percentages of your bankroll on a single spin.

5. Practice 

Before entering a live roulette game, make sure to practice and hammer out your strategy before stepping up to the wheel. Make sure you know the odds of each potential bet as well as the payouts for each wager. Knowing this will help ease your mind when playing online roulette and will make your experience all the more enjoyable.

Ready to give online roulette a try? Head over to BetMGM to sign up and play.

For more sports betting tips, visit SportsbookWire.com and follow us on Twitter and Facebook. Please gamble responsibly.

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Online Casino: How to play online blackjack

A detailed betting guide on how to play at blackjack online.

Sports have been widely postponed in the real world for over a month now, but gamblers are finding ways to get their fix electronically. There are eSports and virtual sporting events dotting the landscape now, but there is an old, trusty version of gambling in online casino games. They’ve been around a while, they’re fun, and you can make a lot of loot if you, pardon the pun, play your cards right.

Here, we’ll look at a rather rudimentary guide on how to play online blackjack.

How to play online blackjack: Starting out

If you’re new to playing blackjack online, start slowly. Don’t get in over your head and start betting high stakes if you’re not exactly sure how it all works. The same rules apply as they do playing in a real casino. Study and understudy your basic blackjack strategy so you’re not hemorrhaging money.

We’ve all been playing at a table in real-life and some new player hits the table and starts gumming up the works. They split their 10’s, they hit on 16 when the dealer is showing a five, etc. Understand the basics of the game before you start sinking your hard-earned money into play. In fact, consider playing a few ‘practice hands’ first to get a feel for the game.

How to play online blackjack: Scoring

Let’s roll it back, though, if you’re REALLY a beginner. Know that an ace (A) can be used as a one or an 11, all face cards – jacks (J), queens (Q) and kings (K) have a value of 10 and know that there are four suits in a standard 52-card deck – clubs, diamonds, hearts and spades. The idea of blackjack, or 21, is to beat the dealer.


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You needn’t worry about the other players at the table, as you do not have to beat their cards like in poker. You simply need to be closer to 21 than the dealer. If your cards end up with a total of 22 or higher, it’s called a ‘bust’. Know your terminology, too. If you end up with the same total as the dealer, it’s a ‘push’.

Sounds simple, right? Well, technically blackjack is one of the table games where you have the best odds to beat the house, although, of course, the advantage is still in their favor. If you play wisely, you can come out ahead in the long term.

How to play online blackjack: Strategies

It’s my personal experience when playing to NEVER take insurance. Insurance is offered when the dealer is showing an ace with their other card hidden, or down. One always should assume the dealer is holding a 10 in their hole card. While insurance pays 2 to 1, it’s essentially an extra bet on whether or not the dealer will hit blackjack; while your hand can lose, you could potentially recover any lost monies with a win on the insurance wager. The only time I might do this is if I hit a blackjack myself, and an insurance bet will offer even money if the dealer shows an ace and also flips over a face or a 10 to also get blackjack. Other than that, don’t get roped into insurance.

Also, blackjack is a fun game, as you can double your wager after a hand has started. For instance, you initially wager $5 in chips. You are dealt a total of 11, while the dealer is showing a 6. Again, there are 16 cards in a single deck with a value of 10, so you assume the dealer’s hidden card is a 10, and/or your next card will be a 10. So you ‘double down’, or double your wager. You will receive only one card, while the dealer can take as many as needed. Doubling down on 11 is not always a sound option, however, as if the dealer is holding a 10, it is generally discouraged. Some players like to do it, but you really should only double when there is a high bust potential for the dealer.

You can also ‘split’ cards that are paired up. For instance, you get two 9s, you can split these and make two hands against the dealer. Essentially, it’s doubling down, but you can play them like normal hands with no limit on how many cards you can take. You can also double down on these ‘new’ hands, if you like, making for a lot more action, and potential winnings.

Again, you want to be smart about splitting. The example above, with the 9s, is a sound play if you are playing against a dealer’s 8 or less; however, if they’re showing a 10, you’d want to stand, or stick with the cards you have without any further action. Learn the basic strategy first before getting into the nuances of the game.

How to play online blackjack: Play responsibly

Lastly, it might go without saying, but it’s also a good idea to limit your alcohol intake when playing online. It’s no secret alcohol and gambling have gone hand-in-hand in real-life casinos, and free drinks while playing table games is attractive to many players, but more drinks leads to more bad decisions and generally means better results for the house.

Ready to give online blackjack a try? Head over to BetMGM to sign up and play.

For more sports betting tips, visit SportsbookWire.com and follow us on Twitter and Facebook. Please gamble responsibly.

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Online Casino: 5 beginner tips for winning at online blackjack

Online casinos, including online blackjack, can be a way to pass the time until sports betting opportunities resume

With sports canceled for now, online casino games could become even more popular. But for new players, this could seem daunting as online casino games can differ from what you typically see from your favorite local casino.

Today, we are handing out five of our favorite tips and tricks on how to win more often when playing online blackjack.

1. Find the right online casino for you 

The most critical step when you decide to play online blackjack is to find the right online casino. Some casinos will offer you different odds on blackjacks, while others will offer more bonuses. Some casinos will have countdown timers for you to play your hand while others will allow as much time as possible.

Make sure to find the casino that fits your needs, and be sure to check out all of the options and games at BetMGM.com.

2. Know how many decks of cards are being used 

It’s crucial to find out how many decks of cards each casino uses as it’s easier to keep track of which cards have been played with fewer decks.

Some online sites will use a Random Number Generator, which will shuffle the cards after each hand, which makes following the cards being played impossible. You can’t “count cards” online, but there are ways to help increase your odds if you can remember which cards have already been played.


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3. Use a strategy card 

One of the best tips we can offer you is that you use and follow a basic strategy card for playing blackjack. These cards will help you understand when to hit and when to stay, depending on what the dealer is holding.

Make sure to find the strategy that best suits you as some card sheets are more aggressive than others. As you play more blackjack online, a cheatsheet won’t be needed as much as the probabilities will be ingrained into your mind. But as for now, keep one of these handy as you learn the game.

4. Know your insurance strategy 

During blackjack, the “house” will offer you insurance when the dealer is showing an “Ace.” Players can bet half of their original wager to protect themselves against a blackjack. Before playing online blackjack, consider making an insurance strategy, whether you always want to take or leave the insurance.

The same can be said for splitting hands. Some players will split their hands more frequently, while others will never split and will settle for one guaranteed win. Before playing online, make sure to come up with your strategy on how and when you intend to take insurance and/or split your hand.

5. Practice

Before you decide to play online for real cash, consider practicing several hands so you can get used to the speed and practice with your strategy card. That way, there will be no surprises when you get to a live table. Many sites, including USA TODAY’s gaming section, allow you to practice for free before betting online, so take advantage of that offer until you are ready for live betting.

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