We've made three charts you can use during play to make better decisions. The optimal strategy for playing Free Bet Blackjack is to apply regular basic blackjack strategy, except for free bets, as you should always accept every free double and free split opportunity. Tip: The optimal strategy of this variant is only achievable when you stay away from the Free Bet Blackjack side bets, as these lower the respective RTP range from 98.45% to between 94.12% and 95.90%. The optimal theoretical payout percentage based on the first-hand dealt from the dealer shoe is 98.45%. When you play Evolution Gaming's Free Bet Blackjack variant with eight decks, the house has a 1.55% edge over you.
In this article, you will find a quick, straightforward introduction to basic strategy when playing Evolution Gaming's Free Bet Blackjack, together with three charts that tell you the optimal play.
The strategy of Free Bet Blackjack is much more straightforward to memorize than the basic strategy of standard Blackjack, where the key takeaway is to accept all free doubles and free splits.
