This month, Playtech has launched a new live casino version of blackjack. The new game is known as 21+3 Live Casino Blackjack. The blackjack game is different from other variations because it has a side bet that introduces poker to the game. Poker and blackjack are two of the most popular casino games, and combining them into one game will be very popular amongst players.
21+3 Live Casino Blackjack
The 21+3 Live Casino Blackjack game begins in the same way as other blackjack games. The players are dealt two cards to play their blackjack hand. The dealer has one card turned up and one face down until the players have completed playing out each hand. Once the two player card are showing, if they form a poker hand with the dealer’s up-card, the player will win the side bet.
The winning hands include a straight, a flush, a straight flush, three of a kind, and suited three of a kind. In addition to these winning hands, when the cards show a suited three of a kind hand, the winnings are paid out at 100 times the side bet. Winnings on the poker side bet are not affected by the outcome of the poker hand.
Playtech offers a number of popular live casino games including blackjack, poker, baccarat, Hi-Lo, and Hold’em. The gaming software provider is committed to adding new quality games to its live casino games suite.
Playtech Holds Exclusive Rights to 21+3 Blackjack
Games Marketing developed the new blackjack game. Playtech has licensed 21+3 Live Casino Blackjack, and has obtained the exclusive online rights for the game.
Playtech Comments
The Head of Live Casino Innovation at Playtech, Kevin Kilminster, commented on the new game: “The 21+3 side bet is a great addition to the classic live casino Blackjack game and puts the excitement of poker into every hand. It will appeal both to those players who are familiar with either card game, as well as new customers who have never played Blackjack before, and we’re delighted to offer even more chances to win.”
Playtech will be releasing the new game as part of its Omni-Channel gaming software and the Playtech ONE brand. The game will go live at Playtech powered casinos, such as Casino.com, bet365, and Omni Casino. Players around the world will be able to enjoy the thrills of this exciting new blackjack game with a bit of poker served on the side!