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ONLINE CASINO SOFTWARE
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An army of casino software providers powers the world of online casinos. As time progresses, the number of online casino software providers grows and new advances are made. Here’s a quick look at a few of the most common online casino software providers and some of the features of their software that online gamblers would be interested to know—especially the number of decks of cards used, which is something you can’t see on your own.
CryptoLogic
CryptoLogic is a pioneer in the world of online gaming software. They serve clients in more than 240 nations and territories. Their website is CryptoLogic.com. Here are some quick facts about CryptoLogic’s online gaming software:
- Their Baccarat uses 8 decks.
- The main versions of blackjack uses 8 decks, does not allow the surrender option and the dealer stands on soft 17.
- The software has a single deck version of blackjack. The dealer hits on soft 17 and the software does not allow the surrender option.
- Software features American Roulette and European Roulette. It also has European VIP Roulette, but not French Roulette.
- CryptoLogic’s software also features many slot machines and video poker machines with varied playing styles and payback percentages.
Microgaming
Microgaming is one of the big companies when it comes to online casino software. They are continuing to grow and you can find their logo on many upper level gambling destinations. Their software is also a favorite with online gamblers. Their website is Microgaming.com. Here are some random facts about their software:
- Baccarat uses an 8-deck shoe.
- Multi-Hand Blackjack uses five decks. Their software also offers many blackjack varieties.
- Vegas Strip Blackjack uses four decks.
- Vegas Downtown Blackjack uses two decks and the dealer hits on a soft 17.
- Casino War uses six decks.
- Cyberstud Poker, which is Caribbean Stud Poker, has excellent payouts.
- Their software is equipped with American Roulette, European Roulette and French Roulette.
- Vegas Craps features 3x odds.
- Microgaming’s software features a wide assortment of slot machines and video poker machines—varied payback percentages as usual.
Playtech
Playtech is used by some top casino destinations, like GoldenPalace.com. The software is pretty solid and the usability is high. Their website is located at Playtech.com. Let’s take a look under the hood and see some features of the software.
- Their basic blackjack uses 6 decks. It does not allow surrendering. The dealer stands on a soft 17.
- The software also has single deck blackjack. Again, no surrendering, but the dealer hits on a soft 17.
- If you like the surrender option, the software features a surrender version of Blackjack. In this version, you can surrender and the dealer will stand on a soft 17.
- Casino War uses six decks.
- The software features three times odds in Craps.
- Derby Day Horse Racing is a simulated horse racing game where players can bet just like the real thing.
- Playtech’s software features single zero Roulette, which is European Roulette.
- As usual, the software features a cornucopia of slot machines and video poker machines to play.
There you have it. That was a list of a few major online casino software providers. Rather than run down every single game, we decide to point out some features that should be most important to online gamblers—since you can’t physically see these features. Each piece of software has its own limitations and way of doing things. The next time you play at an online casino you like, ask what casino software they use. If you decide to play elsewhere, look for an online casino that’s using the same piece of software.