- Super 4 Blackjack Progressive Jackpot
- Super 4 Blackjack Progressive Jackpot Results
- Super 4 Blackjack Progressive Jackpot Winning
The progressive jackpot is initiated through a side bet. When the dealer has blackjack on the hand, the Super 4 Bonus is triggered. Combining the dealer’s blackjack cards and the player’s first two. Super 4 Progressive Blackjack opportunity to win real money or prizes. The games are intended for an adult audience. Practice or success at social casino gaming does not imply future success at 'real money gambling'.
Blackjack has been around since the early 1700’s when it is believed to have been introduced to casinos in France.
There are now too many versions to mention in casinos around the world, the aim of all, which is to get closer to a total of 21 than the Dealer without going over and going ‘Bust’.
One of the versions with the biggest potential payout is Progressive Blackjack. With the jackpot increasing until it is won and a chance to win a percentage of it as well as the full amount, Progressive Blackjack is well worth a go.
Progressive Blackjack Rules
Progressive Blackjack is a standard version of Blackjack that has an optional side bet, usually costing £1/€1/$1 depending on the currency you are using.
Whilst the important thing is to get as close to 21 as possible without going over, the same as standard Blackjack, the Progressive Jackpot side bet can give you a much bigger win than simply winning a hand against the Dealer.
The side bet focusses on Aces that you are dealt consecutively during the hand. The exact rules vary from casino to casino so the below isn’t set in stone and we recommend that you check the rules regarding the casino before you start playing to ensure you are getting the best deal possible.
If the first 2 cards that you are dealt with are both Aces, you win, the more Aces you are dealt the higher your reward. There is also a difference between suited Aces and non-suited Aces, as Progressive Blackjack is normally played with 6 decks of cards, you are looking to get as many Aces of the same suit as you can, up to a maximum of 4.
Remember, it only counts for your first cards, so the moment you are dealt a card other than an Ace, the Progressive Jackpot side of the hand is over and any payouts are made.
Payout Chart
The following is a fairly standard payout chart, as mentioned though this does vary from casino to casino:
2 Aces, Non-Suited: $25
2 Aces, Same Suit: $50
3 Aces, Non-Suited: $250
3 Aces, Same Suit: $2,500
4 Aces, Non-Suited: 10% of Progressive Jackpot
4 Aces, Same Suit: 100% of Progressive Jackpot
As you can see, even getting 2 Aces as your first 2 cards pay out considerably more than if you are simply playing Jackpot for a small stake, so when you find a Blackjack game that offers a Progressive jackpot it is worth having a go. The odds of winning are much lower than the standard game, but the much higher rewards on offer more than offset this.
Above is an example of the layout for a Progressive Blackjack game, the slot in front of each position is where you need to place your bet for the Progressive Jackpot, as you can see, it is possible to play more than one hand and you don’t have to play the Progressive Jackpot side bet for each hand, only those you choose to play.
The Progressive Jackpot for this table is over $210,000 so if you are dealt 4 Aces of the same suit in the same hand, that amount is yours!
| Progressive Blackjack Rules | |
|---|---|
| RTP: | 99.53% |
| Blackjack Pays: | 3 to 2 |
| Number of Decks: | 6 |
| Dealer Rule: | Stand on all 17’s |
| Dealer Peek: | No |
| Insurance: | Yes |
| Surrender: | No |
| Split: | Yes |
| Re-Split: | No |
| Double: | Yes |
| Double after Split: | Yes |
| Hit Split Aces: | Just Once |
| Side Game: | Yes |
| Multiple Hands: | Yes |
Progressive Blackjack Strategy
There is no real strategy to the Progressive Jackpot side of the game as this is down to luck in being dealt Aces at the start of a specific hand.
However, as the hand also contains a standard game of Blackjack, we recommend you follow the Strategy outlined below and either play the side bet for each hand on top or reduce your stake for the game and play the side bet too if you want to be in with a chance of taking home a percentage of the jackpot.
Progressive Blackjack Tips
As the 6 decks of cards in Progressive Blackjack are shuffled after each hand, there is no use in trying to card count or remember how many Aces have been dealt and therefore what your chances are of getting the Progressive Jackpot as this resets after every hand.
If you want to play a standard game of Blackjack without the Progressive bet, we suggest you find a version that doesn’t include this bet as the house edge is lower than the usual game due to the extra amount that is added to the Progressive Jackpot.
If you are going to play the Progressive side bet which is the main reason for playing this version of Blackjack, remember to factor in the cost when determining how much to bet on the actual hand itself. Always ensure you play within your budget at all times.
As with any casino game, the main aim should be to have fun and this will only be done if you play within your means and don’t gamble with funds that you can’t afford to lose.
Don’t play when you are frustrated or angry – with the Progressive Jackpot often at life-changing amounts, it is understandable that if you get close and just miss out this can be frustrating. If you find yourself getting angry or upset at any time, walk away and calm down before playing as this will inevitably affect your decision making and could lead to higher losses than necessary.
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Introduction
Bonus Jackpot is a progressive 'red light' side bet I noticed on two games, blackjack and Super Three Card, at the Rampart casino on February 2, 2019. A reader submitted a picture of another pay table found elsewhere.
Rules
Bonus Jackpot is a side bet that can be tacked onto any game that uses at least three decks. I believe it was intended for six- and eight-deck games. I believe the bet amount can be $1 or $5. Wins in blackjack, as well as Super Three Card, are based on the player's initial two cards and the dealer's up card. Following are the two known pay tables based on $1 bets.
Pay Table 1
| Event | Pays |
|---|---|
| Suited three of a kind (J-K) | Jackpot |
| Suited three of a kind (all other) | $125 |
| Straight flush | $25 |
| Three of a kind (unsuited) | $20 |
| Straight | $6 |
| Flush | $2 |
Following is pay table 2 based on a $1 bet.
Pay Table 2
| Event | Pays |
|---|---|
| Suited suited aces | Jackpot |
| Suited three of a kind (all other) | $125 |
| Straight flush | $25 |
| Three of a kind (unsuited) | $20 |
| Straight | $6 |
| Flush | $2 |
Pay Table 1 Analysis
The following table shows my analysis for a six-deck game using pay table 1 on a $1 bet.
Pay Table 1 — Six Decks
| Event | Pays | Combinations | Probability | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suited three of a kind (J-K) | Jackpot | 240 | 0.000048 | ? |
| Suited three of a kind (all other) | 125 | 800 | 0.000160 | 0.019947 |
| Straight flush | 25 | 10,368 | 0.002068 | 0.051702 |
| Three of a kind (unsuited) | 20 | 25,272 | 0.005041 | 0.100819 |
| Straight | 6 | 155,520 | 0.031021 | 0.186128 |
| Flush | 2 | 292,896 | 0.058424 | 0.116847 |
| All other | 0 | 4,528,224 | 0.903239 | 0.000000 |
| Total | 5,013,320 | 1.000000 | 0.475444 + ? |
The six-deck table above shows that the fixed wins contribute 47.54% to the return. At a $1 bet, for every $1,000 in the jackpot, the return goes up by 4.79%. The break-even meter point for a $1 bet is $10,957.37. At a $5 bet, for every $1,000 in the jackpot, the return goes up by 0.96%. The break-even meter point for a $5 bet is $54,786.83.
The following table shows my analysis for an eight-deck game.
Pay Table 1 — Eight Decks
| Event | Pays | Combinations | Probability | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suited three of a kind (J-K) | Jackpot | 672 | 0.000056 | ? |
| Suited three of a kind (all other) | 125 | 2,240 | 0.000188 | 0.023505 |
| Straight flush | 25 | 24,576 | 0.002063 | 0.051578 |
| Three of a kind (unsuited) | 20 | 61,568 | 0.005169 | 0.103370 |
| Straight | 6 | 368,640 | 0.030947 | 0.185679 |
| Flush | 2 | 700,928 | 0.058841 | 0.117683 |
| All other | 0 | 10,753,536 | 0.902736 | 0.000000 |
| Total | 11,912,160 | 1.000000 | 0.481815 + ? |
Super 4 Blackjack Progressive Jackpot
The eight-deck table above shows that the fixed wins contribute 48.18% to the return. At a $1 bet, for every $1,000 in the jackpot, the return goes up by 5.64%. The break-even meter point for a $1 bet is $9,185.57. At a $5 bet, for every $1,000 in the jackpot, the return goes up by 1.13%. The break-even meter point for a $5 bet is $45,927.86.
Pay Table 2 Analysis
The following table shows my analysis for a six-deck game using pay table 2 on a $1 bet.
Pay Table 2 — Six Decks
| Event | Pays | Combinations | Probability | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suited suited aces | Jackpot | 60 | 0.000012 | ? |
| Suited three of a kind (all other) | 125 | 600 | 0.000120 | 0.014960 |
| Straight flush | 25 | 10,368 | 0.002068 | 0.051702 |
| Three of a kind (unsuited) | 20 | 25,272 | 0.005041 | 0.100819 |
| Straight | 6 | 155,520 | 0.031021 | 0.186128 |
| Flush | 2 | 293,276 | 0.058499 | 0.116999 |
| All other | 0 | 4,528,224 | 0.903239 | 0.000000 |
| Total | 5,013,320 | 1.000000 | 0.470609 + ? |
Super 4 Blackjack Progressive Jackpot Results
The six-deck table above shows that the fixed wins contribute 47.06% to the return. At a $1 bet, for every $1,000 in the jackpot, the return goes up by 1.20%. The break-even meter point for a $1 bet is $44,233.47 . At a $5 bet, for every $1,000 in the jackpot, the return goes up by 0.24%. The break-even meter point for a $5 bet is $221,167.33.
The following table shows my analysis of pay table 2 for an eight-deck game.
Pay Table 2 — Eight Decks
| Event | Pays | Combinations | Probability | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suited suited aces | Jackpot | 168 | 0.000014 | ? |
| Suited three of a kind (all other) | 125 | 1,680 | 0.000141 | 0.017629 |
| Straight flush | 25 | 24,576 | 0.002063 | 0.051578 |
| Three of a kind (unsuited) | 20 | 61,568 | 0.005169 | 0.103370 |
| Straight | 6 | 368,640 | 0.030947 | 0.185679 |
| Flush | 2 | 701,992 | 0.058931 | 0.117861 |
| All other | 0 | 10,753,536 | 0.902736 | 0.000000 |
| Total | 11,912,160 | 1.000000 | 0.476117 + ? |
The eight-deck table above shows that the fixed wins contribute 47.61% to the return. At a $1 bet, for every $1,000 in the jackpot, the return goes up by 1.41%. The break-even meter point for a $1 bet is $37,146.29. At a $5 bet, for every $1,000 in the jackpot, the return goes up by 0.28%. The break-even meter point for a $5 bet is $185,731.43.
Super 4 Blackjack Progressive Jackpot Winning
External Links
Discussion of Bonus Jackpot in my forum at Wizard of Vegas.
Written by: Michael Shackleford