BBIN Live Blackjack
As many will know, online gambling is now massive business in Asia, with huge amounts of money spent every day on live dealer games – including live blackjack. BBIN is one of the industry leaders in the Asian live dealer industry, and players from China, Japan, Indonesia and more will probably be familiar with their name. They currently serve over 500 different clients throughout Asia, and they no have their eyes firmly set on European expansion – something that should concern the big European names a lot. After all, if they can even half replicate their success in Asia, they’re going to become a huge name in the European online casino world.
As with a few other software companies, the live dealer games from this company are streamed directly from the Philippines. Players will find that the dealers are generally pretty friendly, plus those used to playing in European casinos will notice straightaway that the Filipino dealers are a lot more animated around the table, often celebrating your wins wildly. It is possible to play live blackjack from this company in a couple of languages, as there are dealers speaking both English and Chinese. No other languages are offered though, which could impede their march into Europe slightly.
It’s also worth mentioning that this software company has an incredibly diverse portfolio. If you like playing their version of live blackjack, you’ll also probably like many of the other games in the collection, including roulette and baccarat. There are also some live games that you won’t find offered by a huge number of other software companies, including Mahjong Tiles and Sangong. The house edges for these more niche games are generally much higher than the blackjack house edge though, so avoid them if your only goal is to make money while playing.
Live Blackjack Features
So, what features did we find when we played live blackjack from BBIN? Well, there was only one version of the game to play, and it is based on Unlimited Blackjack. This means that the rules are pretty standard, however you’ll always be able to get a seat, as there’s no maximum number of players. Because it’s based on Unlimited Blackjack, all players will share the same hand, however everyone will get to choose how to play that hand. It sounds complex, but it really isn’t – the logistics are easily understandable within a couple of hands. If you prefer to play your own hands though, we’d recommend playing live blackjack using different software, such as that offered by Evolution Gaming or Playtech.
There’s a huge advantage to Unlimited Blackjack, and it’s this: you’ll be able to get through a huge number of hands every hour. When we reviewed it, it wasn’t unusual to see 100+ hands played in 60 minutes. We had 15 seconds to make a decision, which should be long enough for most. Of course, it does mean that money can be lost far quicker as well though, so it really is a double-edged sword. Stakes depend on the casino, so check the table limits before you sit down.
The game screen when playing is a good one, as it provides a number of different angles for you. While this doesn’t alter the chances of winning, it does make the game more exciting to play. The bottom half of the screen is taken up by the digital betting table, while other parts of the screen show the dealer and a close-up view of the cards. Just to make the experience complete, there’s also some classical music playing in the background, as might be found in the world’s classiest casinos.
Side Bets
We didn’t find any side bets when playing this version of blackjack. This is because side bets aren’t really compatible with Unlimited Blackjack – everything would, quite simply, be far too complicated and confusing. So, you’ll have to stick to playing the main game instead – something that most blackjack players won’t have any problem doing. After all, side bets nearly always have higher house edges than the main game anyway.
If you want the chance to place side bets, we’d suggest playing blackjack from a different software provider. Some options include Evolution Gaming and Ezugi.
Mobile
Live blackjack from this company can be played using nearly every mobile device. This includes all devices from Apple, as well as all smartphones and tablets running on the Android operating system. Mobile players will still find that there are multiple angles from which to enjoy the action, plus all features of the game are retained in the mobile version. This version of live blackjack can be played simply by accessing your casino using your device’s browser. It is also sometimes the case that a mobile app will be offered to those looking to play this popular game. Both options worked well in our experience.
Mobile live blackjack players will be able to scoop the same prizes as desktop players, as the house edge is exactly the same. Whether mobile players get the same bonuses as desktop players depends on the casino, so check its terms. So, if you want to play, it really doesn’t matter whether you use a desktop, smartphone or tablet, as they all offer pretty much the same playing experience.
In Comparison
When compared to other software, the software offered by this company was rather good when we reviewed it. Sure, some won’t like the fact that it’s influenced by Unlimited Blackjack, however most should recognize that this game offers a great playing experience, as well as a fair chance to win some money. The dealers were also good, plus the multiple camera angles enhanced the way in which the game is played.
We should also highlight the fact that the mobile offering is a very good one, giving mobile players exactly the same opportunity to play as desktop players. You will need a pretty strong mobile internet connection in order to play though.
Overall, we thought live blackjack from this software provider compared reasonably well with versions from other companies when we reviewed it. As always, only play with money you can afford to lose.
