Gamblers are wagering more than ever in as casinos increase odds and reduce payouts in some of the most popular games.
Blackjack losses on the Strip were nearly $1 billion last year, according to official figures – the second highest on record after 2007.
The increase comes as casino bosses attempt to draw in ‘higher value customers’ while players with less cash to wager are priced out.
The huge blackjack losses in 2022 – following a massive dip during the pandemic – come as tables in some casinos lower the payouts for slot PG Soft RTP tertinggi hitting 21 on the first two cards.They would traditionally offer odds of 3:2 on the hand, but several now pay 6:5.
That means a $10 bet now returns $12 if a player getsts blackjack, rather than $15 under the traditional odds.
Blackjack losses on the Strip were nearly $1 billion last year, according to officials figures – the second highest on record
Casinos bosses are trying to lure in higher value players, as changes to odds, payouts and minimum bets price out gamblers with less cash to wager