Is Card Counting in Blackjack Still Worth It?

[MaxFusion]

Once upon a time, card counting was the holy grail for blackjack players. If you were good at keeping track of high and low cards, you could flip the odds in your favor and actually beat the casino. But is it still possible today? Casinos have gotten smarter. They use multiple decks, automatic shufflers, and advanced surveillance to spot card counters. If you’re caught, you won’t get arrested, but you will get banned. Plus, many casinos shuffle the deck more frequently now, making it harder to track the count effectively. That said, card counting still works in the right conditions. If you find a single-deck game with good rules and a dealer that doesn’t shuffle too often, it can still give you an edge. But it takes serious skill, patience, and discipline—not to mention the ability to avoid looking suspicious. So, what do you think? Have you ever tried card counting? Is it still a viable strategy, or has the casino industry shut it down for good? Let’s talk!

 

[Fenith]

Totally agree that card counting is way tougher now with all the changes casinos have made. I've never tried it myself, but it seems more like a real-life stealth mission than a card game, haha. The thrill of potentially flipping the odds might still be there for some, but I think for most people, the effort and risk of getting banned isn't worth it, especially with so many other games and entertainment options available. Have you ever tried or considered trying card counting, or do you stick to other strategies when you play?