How do I get started?
In order to start playing Blackjack you must login to Absolute Poker and enter the lobby. Once you are in the lobby, click on the silver tab titled “Blackjack”. From this point you will be directed to a Blackjack table.
Blackjack icons are also located in each ring game and tournament poker room.
What is a Blackjack?
A Blackjack is when the first two cards dealt are an Ace in combination with a card valued at 10 (Ten, Jack, Queen or King). A Blackjack pays 3 to 2.
Can I play for Fun and Real Money?
No. At the present time Blackjack is only offered for real money.
How many decks of cards are used?
Absolute Poker uses 6 decks of cards for each Blackjack session.
How many times are the decks shuffled?
The decks are shuffled each time a hand is played. This is because of our “7 Madness” action. In order to be fair for those who choose to participate in the 7 Madness action the shoe (the 6 decks of cards) must be shuffled every hand.
What is Seven Madness?
For only $1 you can win up to $5,000 with our exciting 7 Madness action, exclusive to Absolute Poker. To play, all you have to do is click on a $1 chip, and then click on the 7 Madness located on the felt to the left of your Blackjack wager. (Click here for rules)
How many players do I share the table with?
With Absolute Poker Blackjack it’s only you against the dealer and you do not share the table with any other players.
What are the values of the cards?
Each card counts as the numerical value of the card except Jacks, Queens and Kings which count as 10, and an Ace which counts as either 1 or 11, whichever you choose. When a Blackjack is dealt, the Ace counts as 11. In other kinds of hands, you use the Ace according to your need.
How do I place a bet?
If you would like to place a bet, simply click on the desired denomination of the chip on the table and then on the betting circle on the felt; you will immediately see the chips moved to the table. You are able to bet any amount as long as you have sufficient funds in your account.
How can I change my bet?
If you feel like changing your bet, all you have to do is click on the “Clear Bet” button that you will find on the table or you also have the option of right clicking your mouse on each chip bet on the table in order to clear your bet.
How do I activate the auto re-bet action?
You will find this box on the bottom left of the blackjack table. Click on this box if you choose to re-bet the same amount during your playing session. You can also do this manually by clicking on the “re-bet” button on the table.
What if I run out of chips when I’m playing?
If you would like to buy more chips, click on “Options” followed by the
“Buy More Chips” button. Click “OK” to exit the window and update your changes.
What if I get disconnected?
If you should be disconnected, you will be taken back to the same place that you were once your connection was lost -- no action will be taken.
What does it mean to “Stand”?
This action allows you to keep the original two cards dealt without being hit (being dealt another card).
What does it mean to “Hit”?
To be hit is to request another card be given to you after the original two cards have been dealt. This action will increase the value of your hand. You may hit more than one time you choose to.
What is a split?
If your first two cards are of equal value, you may split them into two hands. A wager will be placed equal to the original bet. One card of the initial hand goes into each hand, and then a card is dealt to the first hand. After you have completed your first hand (elected to stand or have gone “bust” – your cards equaling more than 21), a second card is dealt to the other split hand and playing continues. A maximum of 5 splits are allowed.
If a pair of Aces is split and another Ace is dealt, this hand cannot be split again. Once you have been dealt a second card onto the split Ace no doubling can take place and no third card can be drawn. If you are dealt 2 Aces and you split these and get a Blackjack, this is considered a multi-card combination with a point total of 21 and the payout is 1 to 1. After splitting a pair, with the exception of Aces, you may double. Split bets pay even money (1 to 1).
What does it mean to “double down”?
This is an additional wager that gives you an opportunity to take advantage of a strong hand. You will receive one card only. You may click on double to bet the amount of your original wager on your first two cards on any total except a Blackjack. Double bets pay even money (1 to 1).
What does “surrender” mean?
Should your initial hand be weak, you have the option to “surrender” except if the dealer’s first card is an Ace. Should you choose to surrender, you lose half your original wager.
How do I use Insurance?
If the dealer’s face-up card is an Ace you will be given the option to take out insurance, which is an additional bet equal to half of your original bet. If the dealer has a 10 value card underneath his Ace, and has Blackjack, then you will be paid 2:1 on the insurance bet. You will still lose your original bet, so the net effect is that you will break even on this hand. If the dealer does not have Blackjack you will lose the insurance bet, and you will continue to play out your hand as normal.
What are Hot Keys and where do I find them?
Blackjack Hotkeys: you can enable "hot keys" for quick play, to make a move or place a bet. Below are the hotkeys to be used for Blackjack:
Hot Key |
Action |
Hot Key |
Action |
Space Key |
Deal |
1 |
$1 |
U |
Surrender |
2 |
$5 |
D |
Double Down |
3 |
$25 |
S |
Split |
4 |
$100 |
H |
Hit |
5 |
$500 |
T |
Stand |
|
|
Where do I enable “hot keys”?
If you would like to enable your “hot keys”, click on “Options” followed by selecting the “hot key” box. Click “OK” to exit the window and update your changes.
Can I play without sound effects?
Yes. If you choose to switch on/off the sound effects simply go to “Options” and un-click “Sound Effects”. Click “OK” to exit the window and update your changes.
Can I change my deck of cards?
Of course! If you choose to change your deck of cards simply go to the “Options” section and click on “New Shoe” and “OK” to exit the window and update your changes.
What is the Basic Strategy chart used for?
The chart below explains the theoretical moves you should make according to the hand that you were dealt as well as the dealer’s. It is an important tool to use especially when learning how to play Blackjack.
YOUR HAND SHOWS |
DEALER SHOWS
|
|
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
10 |
A |
8 |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
9 |
H |
D |
D |
D |
D |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
10 |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
H |
H |
11 |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
H |
12 |
H |
H |
S |
S |
S |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
13 |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
14 |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
15 |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
H |
H |
H |
SRD |
H |
16 |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
H |
H |
SRD |
SRD |
H |
A9 |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
A8 |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
A7 |
S |
D |
D |
D |
D |
S |
S |
H |
H |
H |
A6 |
H |
D |
D |
D |
D |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
A5 |
H |
H |
D |
D |
D |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
A4 |
H |
H |
H |
D |
D |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
A3 |
H |
H |
H |
D |
D |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
A2 |
H |
H |
H |
H |
D |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
A-A |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
10-10 |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S |
9-9 |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
S |
SP |
SP |
S |
S |
8-8 |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
7-7 |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
H |
H |
H |
H |
6-6 |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
5-5 |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
D |
H |
H |
4-4 |
H |
H |
H |
SP |
SP |
H |
H |
H |
H |
H |
3-3 |
H |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
H |
H |
H |
H |
2-2 |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
SP |
H |
H |
H |
H |
Key to Table:
H |
Hit |
SP |
Split |
S |
Stand |
D |
Double |
SRD |
Surrender |
