How to Play a Double-Deck Blackjack Game

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What changes you need to make when switching from a six- or eight-deck game to a double-deck game

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I’ll cover the strategy changes for two scenarios: when the dealer must stand on soft 17 (S17) or hit soft 17 (H17).

DOUBLE-DECK RULES & PLAYING STRATEGY

Double down hard 9 against a dealer deuce. Double down hard 11 against a dealer ace. Split 6-6 against a dealer 7.

If Playing Rules are S17 and DAS

If the double-deck rules specify that the dealer must hit soft 17 (H17) rather than stand (S17), then you should include three additional changes

If Playing Rules are H17 and DAS

Double down A-3 (soft 14) against a dealer 4. Double down A-7 (soft 18) against a dealer deuce

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Card counting in a double-deck game requires several changes to your betting strategy.

DOUBLE-DECK CARD COUNTING

The true count tends to rise and fall more frequently, and you’ll be playing more hands where you have the edge.

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