Blackjack

Blackjack, also known as 21, is a popular card game played in casinos. The objective is to obtain a hand value closer to 21 than the dealer's hand without exceeding it. Players are dealt two cards, and they can choose to "hit" (take another card) or "stand" (keep their current hand). Number cards are worth their face value, face cards (kings, queens, jacks) are worth 10, and aces can be worth 1 or 11. Players win by having a higher total than the dealer or if the dealer busts (exceeds 21). Understanding basic strategy can improve winning chances.