Dealing: The game begins with each player, including the dealer, receiving two cards. Face cards (Jack, Queen, King) are each worth 10 points, and Aces can be worth 1 or 11 points, depending on what benefits your hand the most.ģ.
Know the Card Values: Cards from 2 to 10 are worth their face value. If your hand is closer to 21 than the dealer's, you win. If your hand's value exceeds 21, you lose. Understand the Aim: The main aim in blackjack is to beat the dealer by having a hand value as close to 21 as possible, without going over (busting). Here on PokerNews, we have a whole article dedicated to how to play blackjack, but if you're looking to learn quickly we have broken it down into 7 easy steps.ġ.