ASCII Blackjack

➕ About the Game

ASCII Blackjack is a browser-based, retro-themed version of the classic card game Blackjack. Built entirely with ASCII characters and PHP, it’s designed to be lightweight, fun, and educational. Whether you're on desktop or mobile, this game gives you the thrill of Blackjack without heavy graphics or plugins.

Blackjack, also known as 21, is a timeless casino card game that has entertained players for centuries. It traces its origins to the French game "Vingt-et-Un" in the 1700s and became popular in American casinos by the 20th century. This game keeps true to the standard rules used in many real-world casinos.

➕ How to Use This App

This app is a lightweight browser-based Blackjack simulator.

Select a deck size (Single or Double) to start the game.
Click "Hit" to draw another card or "Stand" to hold your total.
The goal is to beat the dealer's hand without going over 21.
Once the round ends, click "Restart Game" to play again.

➕ How to Play

The goal is to have a hand total closer to 21 than the dealer without going over.
Cards 2 through 10 are worth their face values.
Face cards (Jack, Queen, King) are each worth 10 points.
An Ace can count as either 1 or 11, whichever helps the hand more.
The dealer draws cards until reaching at least 17.
If your hand exceeds 21, you bust and lose automatically.
You may “Hit” to draw a card or “Stand” to end your turn.

➕ Game Features

- Choose between a single 52-card deck or a double 104-card deck.
- Dealer’s second card remains hidden until you finish your turn.
- Remaining cards in the deck are displayed.
- Mobile-friendly and optimized for quick play sessions.

➕ Strategy and Variants

Many players use basic strategy charts to decide when to hit or stand. In land-based and online casinos, Blackjack variants include:

Spanish 21: Uses a 48-card deck with all 10s removed.
Blackjack Switch: Allows switching the second card between two hands.
Pontoon: A British variant with different terminology and rules.

Our ASCII version sticks to classic rules, making it perfect for practice or just having fun!

➕ Educational Use

This game is great for learning card counting, understanding odds, or simply testing your luck in a risk-free environment. Teachers and coding students also use this as a fun way to study game logic and probability.

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