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Slot machines in Australia are generally referred to as video poker, poker machines or, in slang, pokies. Online pokies have additional bonusing and second-screen features such as free games and bonus levels. They also allow for multiple lines (up to 100) or multiple ways (up to 3,125) to be played.

blackjack-fireWhether it’s simply for personal benefit or to dazzle your friends with, it’s always beneficial to have some fun and interesting facts in your locker. The knowledge can often wow both associates and strangers alike, as they learn from your knowledge and there is no better place to exert these facts and anecdotes than the casino. With games of blackjack often taking hours rather than minutes to conclude and determine outright winners, they can make for great conversation pieces in order to pass the time of the game. If this has already sent tingles to your appetite regarding the card game however, you can go on and play online blackjack. With the great online bonuses available there’s no reason why you can’t get started straight away. A few online casinos even offer a no deposit bonus as soon as you register!

Have a read of these mind-blowing background facts to the game to get your excitement flowing.

Fact #1

Both the Italians and the French claim to have invented the game of Blackjack, although most people who choose to make a decision on the matter side with Les Bleus on this one. The game was originally named vingt-et-un, which is 21 in French, adding even more fuel to the French fire when it comes to who created the popular casino game.

Fact #2

The game’s name was changed from its French/Italian origins to Blackjack in the 1900’s, as, at the time, the player got a bonus if an ace of spades was followed with a jack of either suit of clubs or spades – leaving the player with a score of 21, and of course a ‘Black Jack’ card.

Fact #3

The dealer’s average hand in Blackjack is a little over 18. That means, if you were to use a hand that’s value came to 18 every time; you would eventually lose your money. Dealer’s also have a distinct advantage in that they get to play their hand last, so they know what they need to do in order to beat the players still in the game on the table. It is for this reason that players are almost guaranteed to lose more times than they win in an average of 100 hands.

Fact #4

Blackjack is considered by many to be a one-player game. While most assume that you are facing the dealer in a bid to win the hand, the aim of the game is to simply get the highest total and stay below, or even with, the total of 21. If the game was played without bets and for fun, then technically anyone still in the game at the end who isn’t bust would be considered a winner.

Fact #5

The Barona casino in San Diego, California has its very own dedicated Blackjack Hall of Fame. Originating in 2002, the Hall of Fame has over 10 current members and consists of only the top Blackjack players, authors or experts. The Barona casino itself dedicates a wall to the members of the elite club.

 
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