Play Online Live Blackjack in Ontario with Swiper
Out of all the table games available at online casinos across Ontario, blackjack is the most popular. The game requires a mix of skill and luck, with the main strategy being incredibly straightforward to implement. Virtually all live blackjack games are now optimised for play on mobile devices, too, allowing users to hit, stand, or double down from almost anywhere in Ontario, provided that they have a stable internet connection.
You can find a huge variety of live blackjack games here at Swiper Ontario, from classic variations to modern titles that feature unique rules and side bets. We also have a range of live casino bonuses on the promotions page, including weekly reloads, a welcome package, and more!
What is Live Blackjack?
Live blackjack is a type of online casino game that brings this traditional title directly to your screen using the latest live streaming technology. Real dealers are present to shuffle and deal the cards to players, creating an authentic casino experience that mirrors what you'd typically find at a physical gaming venue.
There is also an added layer of interactivity in the form of a chat box, typically found in the top right or top left corner, which allows you to converse with the dealer and other players at the table.
All of the live blackjack games you can find at Swiper Ontario come with high-quality video feeds, too, ensuring that you capture every card flip and dealer movement, keeping gameplay 100% transparent at all times.
How Live Blackjack Works
The main goal in live blackjack is to simply beat the dealer's hand without going over 21. Players must get their card values as close to 21 as possible while staying under or equal to this magic number.
Each round, players will be dealt 2 cards face up before deciding whether to hit, stand, split, double-down, or surrender, if permitted. When the player stands, their hand value will be locked in to see whether or not it beats the dealer.
Going over 21 means you "bust" and lose your bet right away, no matter what the dealer has. Live blackjack keeps all the core rules and objectives of traditional blackjack that casino players will be familiar with.
Face cards count as 10, aces can be 1 or 11, and number cards keep their face value. The dealer must follow strict blackjack rules about when to hit or stand, which gives players a fair chance to win. Keep in mind that the exact rules vary from game to game, so be sure to read through the live dealer blackjack information before playing.
Types of Live Blackjack Games Available
Some of the top live blackjack games that are available to play right here at Swiper Ontario include:
Lightning Blackjack
Lightning Blackjack introduces a fresh twist to classic blackjack gameplay through its unique side bet features and enhanced win multipliers. This blackjack variant combines live dealer action with dynamic gameplay elements that create an engaging casino gaming experience.
At the start of each round, hand values are shown in the background, and if players beat the dealer with one of these hands, the displayed multiplier will be awarded instead of the regular payout.
Mega Fire Blaze Blackjack
Mega Fire Blaze Blackjack merges traditional blackjack with a bonus mode that players can find in many online slots. This bonus can be triggered if certain criteria are met, with players being taken to a respin-based round to determine their potential winnings.
Keep in mind that in order to qualify for the Mega Fire Blaze round, players must have an active bet on the bonus side bet when the criteria are met.
Unlimited Blackjack
If you enjoy titles that use classic blackjack rules, this variation could be one to try. The "Unlimited" part of Unlimited Blackjack revolves around the concept of each player making their own independent decisions on the same hand.
This means that an unlimited number of people can play at the same time, without the need to wait for a space to open up at the live blackjack table, which can be an issue with other popular variations!
Top Live Blackjack Game Providers
When it comes to live blackjack game providers, there are three that have revolutionised the space at online casinos, as discussed below.
Evolution Gaming
Evolution Gaming is the leading provider for live Blackjack in Ontario, with the company delivering high-quality production value that creates an authentic casino experience for players.
Their games are always streamed in HD, ensuring crystal-clear visuals for every hand, with a huge variety of rulesets to choose from. Releases such as Lightning Blackjack and Bonus Bet Blackjack are some of their most played games, however, games that feature classic rules such as Infinite Blackjack are also popular in their own right.
Playtech
With a range of unique titles like Cashback Blackjack in their portfolio, Playtech is another major provider that stands out in Ontario's live blackjack scene.
Many of the games offered by Playtech come with a range of different side betting options, and all of their releases have been seamlessly optimised for play across a variety of devices, including desktops, phones, and tablets, to name just a few.
Pragmatic Play
While they are best known for creating leading online slots such as Gates of Olympus and Sugar Rush, Pragmatic Play has also released an assortment of blackjack games and other live casino titles.
Most of the blackjack variations by Pragmatic Play use traditional rules, however, there are some titles, such as ONE Blackjack, that come with some interesting side bets, such as "Bust Bonus" and "Crazy 7".
Live Blackjack Betting Options
With most live blackjack betting tables, there are four different options for players to consider, each offering different potential winnings:
- Main Bet: In live blackjack, the main bet is the foundation that players must place in order to join a round. This is often awarded at 1 to 1 (or 2x) should players beat the dealer, or 3 to 2 (or 2.5x), if they beat the dealer with a natural blackjack (An ace and a card with a value of 10).
- 21+3 Side Bet: This side bet focuses on creating a poker hand with your two cards and the player's face-up card. For example, if you have two sevens and the dealer has a seven as well, this would form three of a kind and would typically award at 30 to 1 of the stake size that is placed on the side bet.
- Perfect Pairs Side Bet: Next up is Perfect Pairs, and as the name suggests, this revolves around whether the first two cards dealt to the player form a pair. There are mixed pairs, coloured pairs, and perfect pairs, which refer to when the pair is different coloured suits, the same coloured suits, or the same suits. In most live blackjack games, these award at 6 to 1, 12 to 1, and 25 to 1, in that order.
- Insurance Side Bet: This side bet appears automatically on your screen each time the dealer shows an ace as their up card. If players wish, they can bet up to half of their main bet as insurance, with the dealer then checking their hole card to see if they have a blackjack. Should the dealer have a blackjack, the insurance side bet will be awarded at 2 to 1, however, if the dealer doesn't have a blackjack, the rest of the round will be played out as normal.
Strategies for Playing Live Blackjack
When playing live blackjack, it’s important for players to understand that it’s not possible to win every hand, with the casino having a built-in advantage known as the house edge.
While you cannot guarantee consistent wins, there are some tips and strategies that you can use to maximise your chances and help your funds go further when you play live blackjack online:
Use Basic Strategy
Basic strategy stands as the foundation of optimal blackjack play, cutting the house edge down to just 0.5% in games like Infinite Blackjack. This proven approach tells you exactly what to do in every situation, whether you should hit, stand, double down, split pairs, or surrender your hand.
This is based on probability and computer simulations, with each hand having a “correct” or “optimal” way to be played, depending on what the dealer’s face-up card is.
While this might sound complicated, it’s all been condensed into a simple table that is readily available online. To find the optimal decision, look for your hand total on the left and find where it meets the dealer’s face-up card at the top of the screen. The decision will be indicated, such as “S” for stand or “H” for hit, with a key usually being present at the bottom of the chart, too.
Keep in mind that basic strategy isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach, however, as different game variations will come with their own chart that takes the specific rules into consideration.
Play with Bonuses
Claiming a casino promotion before you start playing live blackjack can help you to maximise your bankroll and play more hands overall. Bonus funds can be used to place bets across live dealer games, however, it’s important to keep in mind that some table games, such as blackjack, might contribute less to the wagering requirements than online slots, if applicable.
Here at Swiper Ontario, you can find a range of different bonus offers to claim, with some of the most popular ones being:
- Welcome Package: New players can claim a deposit match up to $500 on their first deposit and 200 bonus spins as part of our welcome package.
- Weekly Reload: Once per week, players can claim 50 bonus spins to boost their gameplay experience with a qualifying deposit.
- Cashback: Our live casino cashback offer means that 25% of net losses over the course of a week (Monday to Sunday) are awarded back to players with no wagering requirements!
Be sure to check out the Swiper Ontario promotions page regularly, as we are always looking to add new bonus offers to keep things fresh for both new and existing players!
Set Limits Before You Play
Regardless of what online casino games you decide to play, it's important to set a limit before your session starts. Sticking to this limit can help to ensure that you stay in control at all times while at the blackjack table, while also making sure that you never wager more than you can comfortably afford to lose.
You can find a range of safer gambling tools within your Swiper Ontario account, too, that you can turn on in just a few clicks:
- Limits: We offer deposit limits and loss limits that can be set for daily, weekly, or monthly time periods.
- Reminders: When you've been playing for a set amount of time, your current session duration will pop up on the screen as a reminder.
- Self-Exclusion: If you want to stop gambling, you can self-exclude to stop yourself from depositing or playing online casino games at Swiper Ontario.
Of course, you can get in touch with our support team if you need help with any of these tools. We are available 24/7 through both email and live chat for your convenience!
How To Play Live Blackjack Online at Swiper Ontario
Do you want to get started and play live blackjack online with us at Swiper Ontario? Here's a quick guide that you can use:
- Sign in to your Swiper Ontario account. For anyone who hasn't signed up with us already, click on the "Register" button that can be found in the top right corner on both desktop and mobile devices, before filling in the various fields that pop up.
- You will then need to validate your details with a government-issued ID.
- Go to the Swiper Ontario promotions page and look for a bonus that matches your preferences. Should you find an offer that you'd like to use, opt in, if needed.
- Make a deposit using one of the many trusted payment methods that we have available, such as Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal. Keep in mind that some bonuses will have a minimum qualifying deposit, so be sure to check this before you commit.
- Scroll through our range of live blackjack games and click on the title you'd like to play.
- When the game has loaded, wait for the dedicated betting phase and place your wager. To participate in the round, you must place a main bet, however, most titles come with side betting options that you can place chips on, too.
- Once the betting time has expired, all bets will be confirmed.
- Cards will be dealt and players will be prompted to hit, stand, split, or double down, with this process continuing until all hands are finalised.
- The dealer will then show their face-down card to complete their hand, before drawing additional ones, if necessary.
- Players who beat the dealer will be awarded at the corresponding odds (Usually 1 to 1 or 2x for a win and 3 to 2 or 2.5x for a natural blackjack). The round will then restart from the betting phase, should players wish to place another wager.
We offer a truly unrivalled experience when it comes to live blackjack and other online casino games for a variety of reasons. In addition to our huge range of bonuses and the variety of titles we have in our catalogue, we also provide 24/7 customer support via email or live chat, use the latest technology to keep your information secure, and offer a range of trusted payment providers, all for your peace of mind!
More Than Live Blackjack
Of course, there is much more than just live blackjack available at Swiper Ontario. We have a range of other online slots and live casino games, including live roulette, live poker, and so much more.
Not sure where to start? Here's a list featuring some of the most popular casino games in our catalogue:
- Crazy Time
- Gates of Olympus
- Buffalo King Megaways
- Big Bass Bonanza
- Mega Wheel
- Mega Fire Blaze Roulette
- Lightning Roulette
- Monopoly Live
- Sugar Rush
Frequently Asked Questions About Live Blackjack Ontario
What is live blackjack?
Live blackjack is where players face off against a live dealer to try and get closer to 21 than the dealer without going over. It revolves around the classic casino game, however, the latest streaming technology is used to offer players an immersive and interactive experience that is similar to what you'd find in a brick-and-mortar casino.
How is live blackjack different from regular online blackjack?
The main difference between live blackjack and regular online blackjack is the host that walks players through the action, alongside the ability for players to interact with the dealer and others at the table with live blackjack. Alternatively, regular online blackjack comes with no form of human interaction, with players simply facing off against a computer.
What are the most popular types of live blackjack games?
Some of the most popular types of live blackjack games include Lightning Blackjack, Mega Fire Blaze Blackjack, and Unlimited Blackjack, to name just a few. Naturally, all of these games are available to play right here at Swiper Ontario.
Do I need a strategy to play live blackjack?
No, you do not need to use a strategy to play live blackjack, with the game relying heavily on luck. With that being said, you can follow a basic strategy chart to reduce the house edge of live blackjack to roughly 0.5%.