Blackjack

Blackjack is a classic casino game where players compete against the dealer to reach a hand value as close to 21 as possible without going over. Each player is dealt two cards initially and can choose to "hit" for additional cards or "stand" to keep their current total. The dealer follows set rules, typically drawing until their hand reaches 17 or higher. Face cards count as 10, while aces can be 1 or 11. A perfect hand—an ace with a 10-value card—is called "blackjack" and usually pays out higher. The goal is to have a higher total than the dealer without exceeding 21, with ties resulting in a push. Strategy plays a key role in maximizing wins.