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Popular casino games available include Blackjack, Video Poker, Slot Machines, Baccarat, Craps, Roulette and many, many more. Headquartered in San Jose, Costa Rica, Bodog is a fully licensed wagering and entertainment company providing the very best in sports and casino wagering to thousands of people daily. Founded in 1995, Bodog is now the global leader in safe and secure online gambling.
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Slot Machine Information
Games Available: There are over 40 different slot machines which include a variety of Video Slots (Real-Series Video), 3 Reel, 5 Reel and mini slots. Of course there are also a ton of the hugely popular 20 line slots to play.
Playing Formats: Bodog has 2 versions of its casino available, an instant play version and downloadable casino. At this time, the majority of slots are only available to play in the download version. However the popular games; 7's and Stripes, Cleopatra and Food Fight are available to play instantly. Free slots are also available in the Bodog Casino.
Jackpots: Bodog knows jackpots, and they are growing. Almost all slots in the casino have a jackpot waiting for you. Whether it's a progressive, random progressive or local progressive it can be found in the casino. Find more about the progressive slots jackpots.
Game Denominations: The Bodog Casino offers different denominations on its slot machines so you can pick the one that's right for you. Some of the most popular denominations include our nickel and quarter slots.
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Play for Free - Casino Games at Bodog
For practice or just for fun you'll want to check out the numerous online casino games you can play for free featured at Bodog. With nothing to download, no log-in required and no account needed to play, you still get all of the action and all of the fun that comes with playing for real money, but these games are free. So practice all you like.
The following is a list of the free casino games that are available in the Bodog Casino:
Free Blackjack - Blackjack, one of the most well-known card games in the world, is available for free at Bodog's Online Casino and is just as exciting as the real cash game. What's the advantage? Playing for free allows you to learn basic blackjack strategy - tactics like learning when to hit, stand, double and/or split - and even if you're an experienced online blackjack player, playing will hone your skills.
Free Caribbean Stud - If you can play 5-Card Stud, then you can play Caribbean Stud poker. The difference? Everyone seated at the table plays against the dealer and not against each other, so you don't have to worry about figuring out everyone else's strategy. Even better is playing Caribbean Stud poker for free at Bodog; it's challenging and action packed.
Free Craps - It's the classic game of chance. With instant play craps, there's nothing to download and you can practice all you like. Whether at work, at home or at a friend's place, now you can play craps from any computer, Mac or PC. And if it looks a little intimidating at first glance it's probably because you can make all manner of bets. So relax. Playing craps for free should help to turn you into a confident player in no time.
Free Pai Gow Poker - Playing Pai Gow Poker for free at Bodog's Online Casino is definitely an experience. It combines the ancient Chinese game of Pai Gow with an American twist. Played with a standard 52-card deck plus one Joker, the pace of the game is slightly slower and less intense than most casino games, but because you can play Pai Gow Poker for free at Bodog's Online Casino - it's every bit as fun as any other poker game.
Free Roulette - Pick a number. Spin the wheel. It's that simple. Download nothing. With instant play Roulette you can play for free from any computer.
Free Tri-Card Poker - Playing Tri-Card Poker, also known as Three Card Poker, for free makes it easy to learn. Consisting of two separate games - Pairplus and Ante and Play - Tri-Card Poker is a little like regular Poker but with an interesting kick. Tri-Card Poker is gaining popularity - particularly in the Bodog Casino.
Free Slots - Slots are one of the more popular forms of games offered at the Bodog Casino. They are easy to learn and fun to play; they?re less intimidating than most table games and no one judges you on your playing ability.
Free Video Poker - Video poker offers a low house edge and combines elements of both poker and slots: luck and strategy. With just a little luck, just the right amount of strategy and enough practice you can feel the thrill of winning big. The advantage to playing video poker for free is that you can gain a wealth of experience.
Distinguishing which online casinos offer the most player-friendly games is one thing. Knowing how to make the most of your online gaming experience is something else all together. At Bodog.com it has always been easy to get in on the excitement of Las Vegas Style casino action. Now, with the addition of numerous free online casino games, playing at Bodog is easier than ever.
The Joy of Flash-Based Casino Games
The fun and convenience of playing casino games online is obvious to anyone who has tried it. With numerous advantages like: playing from the comfort of your own home and practicing games, it?s no wonder that online gaming has really taken off. Bodog?s philosophy that the player is the most important part of the casino has led to new ways of making the gaming experience better and better.
Play Casino Games now at Bodog
Bodog has taken the principles that make their online casino games great and made them even more convenient by adding a bunch of Flash-based games that can be played instantly. The Flash casino game is an incredibly simple and fun way to enjoy an assortment of casino games instantly. Unlike most online casinos, you don?t need to download a whole program from the web site. So instead of waiting around for a game to download and then install, just visit Bodog?s Online Casino and click on the game that you want to play. Playing Flash casino games is just that easy.
With 15 different Flash games, and more on the way, Bodog is designed for you to be able to play in a matter of seconds. Flash casino games include Slots, Video Poker and table games like Roulette, Blackjack and Craps. The benefits of playing a Flash-based game vs. downloading software are obvious. At Bodog, we know that you ? the online casino player ? are looking for new ways to quench your thirst for exceptional entertainment in the online world. Therefore, we are always seeking new ways to entertain you. Always on the ball, Bodog is continually increasing its selection of games to its online casino. Enjoy the fruits of Bodog?s progress and check out our flash casino games yourself.
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Blackjack
Blackjack or 21 (twenty-one), is by far the most popular casino table game. It is quick to learn the basics and playing blackjack is fun.
The objective of Blackjack is for a Player to come as close to 21 without going over, while still having a higher total than the Dealer. Prior to receiving any cards, the Player must place a wager. Once the wager is made, the Player is dealt two cards face up. The Dealer is also dealt two cards. If the total value of the Player's cards is closer to 21 than the Dealer, the Player wins as much as was wagered. The Player also wins if the Dealer goes over 21 and the Player has not busted.
If the Player's total goes over 21, the Player loses the amount wagered. Players in the Download version of the Casino have the option to play 1 or 2 hands against the Dealer.
Blackjack Rules:
* Blackjack is dealt with 4 decks of cards.
* Cards are re-shuffled after each hand.
* Dealer Hits Soft 17.
* Double on any 2 cards
* Split up to 3 hands.
* Surrender any first 2 cards.
* Split Aces receive only one card.
* No re-splitting of Aces.
Card Values:
* Suits of the cards have no meaning in the game.
* Cards 2 through 10 are the face value.
* Jacks, Queens and Kings are all valued at 10.
* Aces can count as either 1 or 11 whichever is more advantageous.
Player Actions/Wagers and Button Descriptions
Bet - To place a bet, the Player must click on the chip value that they wish to wager.
Deal - Press Deal to begin the game once a wager has been placed. The Player gets two cards face up and the Dealer gets two cards.
Hit - Player desires another card to be dealt. The Player may take a hit at any time before standing.
Stand - Player desires to keep hand dealt. The game will automatically stand when the Player has 21 or after doubling down.
Split - If the Player's first two cards are of the same value (i.e. 7, 7, or Q, K) they may be split into 2 separate hands by placing a second wager of equal value. The Player may have up to 3 hands at one time. The Player then proceeds to draw cards as usual, with these exceptions:
If a Player splits two aces, only one additional card is dealt for each hand. A hand totaling 21 after splitting aces is considered 21, not Blackjack.
Double - When a Player has been dealt the first two cards and believes that the third card will give them a position to beat the Dealer's hand, they can "double down." The wager is doubled, and one additional card is dealt to the Player. The hand is automatically stood, and the Dealer then completes its hand comparing it to the Players' total.
Blackjack - Is achieved when first two cards total 21. Blackjack beats a score of 21 consisting of 3 or more cards.
Bust - Is achieved when total value of cards for either the Dealer or the Player exceeds 21. If the Player busts the wager is lost, if the Dealer busts the Player automatically wins the wager.
Push - Is achieved when the value of the Dealer's cards (from 17 to 21) and the Player's cards are equal resulting in neither winning. It also results in the return of the Player's wager.
Surrender - Once a Player hits surrender, the Player will receive 50% of his current bet and 50% will go to the house. Surrender is only allowed on the first 2 cards a player receives.
Insurance - Gives you a chance to protect yourself when you believe the Dealer might have Blackjack. If the Dealer's first card is an ace, and the Player believes the Dealer's hole card (face down) value is 10, the Player may purchase insurance against Dealer Blackjack at the price of half their initial bet. If the Dealer does have Blackjack, the insurance pays 2 to 1, which corresponds to the amount of the initial bet. If the Player has bought insurance and the Dealer does not have Blackjack, the Player loses his insurance. The Player's initial bet is then settled by comparing his cards with the Dealer's. If the Dealer and the Player both have Blackjack, the game results in a push with the Player profiting by the amount won by taking insurance - also called "even money".
Blackjack Basic Strategy
When we're talking strategy in Blackjack, you need to know about six basic components of the game. This section, Part 1, deals with the first three: Hitting and Standing, Doubling Down and Splitting.
Hitting and Standing
The most basic place to start is hitting and standing. The most fundamental thing to remember is, because the dealer always has to take a hit on any hand 16 or lower, you won't win as much money when you're holding less than 17, unless the dealer busts. So, how should that statement affect your play? Here's a quick rundown.
If your hand is below 17 and the dealer is showing an Ace, King, Queen, Jack, 10, 9, or 8, you need to take a hit. Why? Simple. Whenever the dealer holds one of these cards his chances of busting are very slim, so unless you clear 16 your chances of winning are also slim. There are a few different ways to go when we're talking "soft hands," but we'll delve into those in our Tips and Tricks section.
So you may be asking when should I stand? If your hand is above 12 and the dealer shows a 4, 5, or 6, your best play is to stand. When the dealer is showing any of these three cards, his chances of busting are highest. In fact, it's more than 40 percent of the time. Think of how silly you'd feel if you took a hit with 15, caught a 10 and busted, only to see that the dealer had 14 and would have been forced to take a hit and draw the 10 instead of you. Every time you bust yourself instead of busting the dealer, you're not winning as much money as you could be winning.
Doubling Down
Speaking of money, the best and fastest way to make it when playing Blackjack is by successfully doubling down at every opportunity. Doubling down can make you double your bet or end up costing you double if you do it in a bad spot. The first and most important rule of doubling down is, always double down any hand totalling 11. No matter what the dealer's showing, if you hit a 10 when you've got 11 he won't beat you.
So when else should you double down? When your hand is 10 and the dealer is showing a 9 or lower, double it up. When your hand is a 9 or you have a "soft" hand (an ace counted as 11) between 13 and 17 against a dealer's 4, 5 or 6, double it up. That's it though. Those hands give you the best shot at cashing in when you double down. Follow those rules and you'll end up on the winning end of a double.
For a thorough guide to strategic doubling down please refer to the Blackjack Strategy chart.
Splitting
The final strategy point, and what tends to be everyone's favorite or most hated part of Blackjack, is splitting. Splitting can be highly profitable if you do it with the right cards, or you could end up costing you by splitting a winning hand into a pair of losers.
The first thing to remember when splitting is, never split 10's or 5's. Ten's refers to any card valued 10, whether it be the actual 10 or any face card. Conversely, always split aces and eights, no matter what the dealer is showing. The reason behind splitting aces should be obvious, but you might be perplexed about eights. A pair of eights equals 16, which is really a middle-of-the-road hand in Blackjack. Like we said before, with 16 your only chance of winning is if the dealer busts. By splitting into a pair of eights, your chances of hitting two hands higher than 16 are actually quite good.
Other than aces and eights, your best bets when it comes to splitting is to split 2's and 3's against a dealer's 4, 5, or 6. When it comes to the rest of the cards in the deck (4, 6, 7, 9), the simplest rule is to only split these cards when the dealer's hand is showing a card of lesser value. There are variations on this rule however, so you may want to stick with aces, 8's, 2's and 3's for now.
Blackjack Strategy Tips:
When we're talking strategy in Blackjack, you need to know about six basic components of the game. This section, Part 2, deals with: Soft Hands, Insurance, and Surrender.
Soft hands
We initially mentioned soft hands in Part 1, so now let's delve into the details. Soft hands can be tricky for the Blackjack layman because they have their own special rules when it comes to hitting, standing and doubling down. As a quick reminder, Soft hands are any hand with an Ace, where the player can choose between 2 totals, ie A and 5 could be 6 or 16.
You want to hit a soft 13 through 17 whenever the dealer is showing 7 or higher. Remember, with any soft hand no matter what card you receive you cannot bust. Now here comes the tricky part, doubling soft hands. If you've got a soft 13 through 17, only double down when the dealer shows a 5 or 6. If you've got a soft 15 through 17, you can also double up if the dealer's showing a 4. Most of the time you'll want to stand on a soft 18, but if the dealer's sporting a 9, 10 or an ace, you'll probably be better off taking a hit. With your soft 18, always stand versus a 2, 7 or 8, and double down against a 3, 4, 5 or 6. No matter what the dealer is showing, always stand on a soft 19 or higher.
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Finally on soft hands, if the dealer holds a 2 and you've got a soft hand, do not double down.
For a thorough guide to soft hands please refer to the Blackjack Strategy chart.
Insurance
The other mistake players make when a possible dealer's Blackjack rears its ugly head is insurance. In the long run insurance is definitely not worth it, but one of the worst plays you can make is insuring a hand of 20 made of up two 10's. Think of it this way; you're insuring yourself against the dealer having a 10 when you've already reduced the odds of him having one by having two yourself. Besides, don't we already spend enough money on insurance away from the Blackjack table?
Another mistake a lot of Blackjack players can make is choosing the wrong play when the dealer shows an ace and could be holding a possible Blackjack. This is one of the worst things that can happen to a player, when they get lucky and catch a Blackjack of their own. If a player has a Blackjack and the Dealer is showing an Ace, the player can still purchase insurance. Many players fear having a push forced on them and end up taking 'even money'. Taking Insurance on your Blackjack vs a Dealer's Ace is called 'even money' because regardless of the Dealer's hand, you will take an 'even money' payout of 1-1 on your blackjack.
By taking even money you could be giving away potential winnings. You may lose out on a few wins once in awhile, but your Blackjack account will be reduced in the long run by taking even money.
For a thorough guide to insurance please refer to the Blackjack Strategy chart.
Surrender
One final tip before hitting the tables to make your Blackjack fortune; don't be afraid to surrender if the option is given to you. If, after the cards are dealt, the dealer is way ahead and the chances of you pulling out a win are slim, surrender, get 50 percent of your bet back and live to play another hand. If you're stuck on when to surrender and when to play on, remember this: always surrender with a hard 15 when the dealer has a 10, and always surrender with a hard 16 when the dealer has a 9, 10 or ace.
For a thorough guide to surrendering in blackjack please refer to the Blackjack Strategy chart.
In General
If you're looking to avoid some other common mistakes, perk up your ears. If you think playing two hands instead of one against the dealer gives you better odds of winning, you're mistaken. Playing two hands will give you the same advantage as two different players playing a single hand versus the dealer using exactly the same strategy. The advantage there is zero.
Another way many players feel they can get an advantage is by increasing their betting or by using a progressive betting system. No matter if you're ahead or behind, your chances of winning the next hand remain static so increasing your bets during a streak of wins or losses is not necessarily a smart move. So-called progressive betting -- betting one chip, then three, then five, etc. -- is not a smart move either. This offers no increased chances of winning, and by losing the hand where you bet five chips after winning the two hands where you bet one and three chips, you wind up in the red. Unless you can count cards and know what's coming out of the shoe, progressive betting won't pay off.
Play Roulette at Bodog
Bodog brings the excitement of this easy to play classic casino game online. Sign up now to play online Roulette in the Bodog Casino.
The game of Roulette is played on a wheel which consists of 38 (37 in European Roulette) slots. Slots numbered 1 through 36 are either red or black. Slots with "0" and "00" are green. The numbers alternate between pairs of odd numbers with pairs of even numbers. The Roulette wheel spins in one direction and a small ball is rolled in the opposite direction. When the ball starts to slow down it drops into one of the slots. If the ball stops in one of the slots you placed a bet on, you win!
The roulette table is designed so that the numbers, not including 0 and 00, are lined up into three columns, each with twelve numbers. The first row is 1,2,3; the second row is 4,5,6 and so on. The rest of the table is devoted to the different bets this game offers. Betting in this game is broken down into two major categories, inside bets and outside bets.
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Online Roulette at Bodog:
Games Available: 2 versions of the popular game are available to play. Roulette or American Roulette and European Roulette are both available.
Playing Formats: Bodog offers Roulette/American Roulette in the instant play and download casino. European Roulette is only available in the downloaded version of the Casino.
