Everything you need to know to start playing Free Bet Blackjack.
Free Bet Blackjack is a popular Evolution Gaming variant of classic blackjack. The exciting twist? The casino covers certain double down and split bets for you - for free!
The goal of blackjack is simple: get a hand value closer to 21 than the dealer without going over 21 (busting).
Choose your chip size and click the betting area to place your bet.
You get 2 cards face up. Dealer gets 1 card face up, 1 face down.
Choose to Hit, Stand, Double, or Split. Free bet options highlighted in green!
After all players act, dealer reveals their card and plays by fixed rules.
Closest to 21 wins! Blackjack pays 3:2, regular wins pay 1:1.
Take another card. Use when your total is low and you need more.
Keep your current total. Use when satisfied with your hand.
Double your potential win for FREE on hard 9, 10, or 11. One card only.
Split pairs into 2 hands for FREE (except 10-value cards).
This is the one tricky part of Free Bet Blackjack. Here's what you need to know:
This rule is how the casino can afford to offer free bets. It's built into the game - just accept it!
You don't need to memorize charts yet. Start with these simple rules:
Always take free doubles on 9, 10, 11 - they're FREE!
Always take free splits when offered (except maybe 4-4 vs strong dealer)
Stand on 17 or higher
Hit on 11 or lower (unless free doubling)
Stand on 12-16 when dealer shows 2-6
Hit on 12-16 when dealer shows 7 or higher
Decide how much you're willing to spend before you start. Stick to it!
Begin with minimum bets until you're comfortable with the game flow.
Bring at least 30-40x your intended bet size for a session.
Not taking free bets - Always accept them!
Taking insurance - Skip it, the odds are bad
Playing too many side bets - They have higher house edges
Betting too big too fast - Start small, learn first
Chasing losses - Accept that losses happen
You now know everything you need to start playing Free Bet Blackjack. Remember:
1.Goal: Get closer to 21 than the dealer without busting
2.Always take free doubles and free splits
3.Dealer 22 = Push (except your Blackjack wins)
4.Skip insurance and side bets
5.Have fun and gamble responsibly!