Yo, I’ve been dabbling in those live dealer blackjack tables too, but I’m not sold on going all-in with a split-heavy approach just yet. Doubling down on 10s and 11s when the dealer’s showing a weak upcard makes sense—classic move when the odds tilt your way. But I’ve been burned a few times splitting too aggressively, especially when the deck feels cold. Lately, I’ve been leaning more into tracking the flow—watching how the dealer’s busting or holding on those low cards. If they’re eating it on 4s or 5s, I’ll push harder with doubles or even split 8s if I’m feeling it.
What’s got me thinking, though, is how these tables play compared to the old-school ones. The pace is fast, and I’m wondering if that messes with counting vibes for anyone else. I’ve had some decent runs sticking to basic strategy and not overcomplicating it—hit on 16 when the dealer’s got a 7 or higher, stand on 12 if they’re showing a 6. Nothing fancy, just grinding it out. Curious if you’ve noticed the payouts feeling tighter or if it’s just me being paranoid about the house edge creeping up. How’s your luck been holding?