Playing Blackjack is all about having fun with the game and the various dynamics that come with it. The popularity of the games is what draws people from all corners of the world to South Africa. With the numerous variants of Blackjack available there is sure to be form that gives everyone an exciting and entertaining time. Some of the most popular variants that are found in South Africa are Spanish 21, Blackjack Switch, Double Exposure and Pontoon.
Spanish 21 is a variation that is played with a deck of 8 Spanish decks that consists of 48 cards ā the four 10 cards are removed. This variant of the game is commonly found online and in some land-based casinos. This version has the same Blackjack rules, but with the unusual inclusion of being allowed to bet after a split or double down.
Blackjack Switch is a casino game ran by the same rules as a conventional Blackjack game, however, the player is allowed to exchange the second card they are dealt. This variation allows players to form two hands with the same initial card which increases their chances of hitting Blackjack. There are certain rules in the Blackjack Switch, such as the dealer must hit on soft 17 and the player can double down on any two cards.,
Double-Exposure is one of the most popular variants of Blackjack in South Africa and the main difference from a usual game is that both the dealers cards are exposed by the dealer. This gives the player the advantage as they can make decisions based off the second card dealt. It is important to note that the dealer will win all ties except for natural Blackjack.
Pontoon is a variant that is much like the classic Blackjack game, with a few minor differences. This variation of the game is much more simplified than the conventional game as the player can hit and stand with the cards that they already have, but are unable to double down or split. The player is only able to twist once and there are also special deals with certain rank combination that can reward you with bigger wins.