Common Live Casino Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Whether you are new to live casinos or are a veteran of playing different live online casino games, there are common mistakes that everyone participating in live casino games needs to avoid. 

Let’s run through what seven of these common mistakes are.

Stay in control of your bank balance 

When you play at live casinos, it can be initially daunting with the sheer amount of games that can be played. With plenty of excitement and fun to be had, it’s essential that everyone has a staking plan and follows it. 

Whilst playing live casino games such as blackjack and roulette it’s always essential that players stay within their limits. It’s important to remember that some players will be able to spend more than others. The nature of gambling will always see players win and lose, the most important thing to remember is to keep it fun. That should always be the number one rule. 

Connection is key 

It might be overlooked, but what is absolutely crucial when playing at a live casino is a strong connection. Live casinos can be played via a decent Wi-Fi link or via mobile data.

Every live casino game is streamed therefore whether it’s roulette, blackjack, baccarat or a game show game that you want to play, you need to ensure that your connection is strong.

Games like blackjack require you to place an action whether that be hitting or choosing to stick, the game needs to move quickly and that means your connection has to enable that. 

The game will pause for those with bad connection and that is generally considered as poor etiquette for other players around the table. If you are playing and are experiencing poor connectivity the general rules are to step away from the action until your connection resolves itself. 

Understanding the rules of the game you want to play 

As we have mentioned at the top of the article, there are so many games that can be played within the PokerStars live casino library and each game has different rules and nuances that need to be followed. 

For example the rules of blackjack and roulette are very different and in order to make sensible bets it’s important to know what you are betting on and the different probabilities.

Blackjack pays at 1:1, but there are different side bets that do pay more. The side bets such as Perfect Pairs and 21+3 offer different payouts but they do have complexities and can make hands more expensive. 

We would always recommend that before playing the game of your choice you understand the rules as this should lead to better, sensible gambling.

Respect the rules of the table

If you are new to live casinos, it might surprise you that participation and social interaction between players and the dealer is encouraged. However, with the ability to interact, rules of the table must be respected. 

Every player has to be treated with respect and any inappropriate name calling, insults or abuse won’t be tolerated. It is the same when it comes to chatting with the dealer. 

The dealer isn’t personally responsible for any wins or losses, therefore it’s essential that you treat them with respect and courtesy no matter what way it goes. Dealers will always respect you in a professional manner, that professionalism should always be returned. 

The one golden rule that must be observed and where mistakes can often be made is when it comes to asking the dealer for advice or guidance. Players must remember that the dealer is impartial at all times and won’t give you any advice when it comes to what you should do next. Asking the dealer for advice is a big no no and if they are persistently asked, it’s highly likely that player will be removed from the room. 

Playing when tired 

Live casinos are often available 24/7 and that means that there should usually be a seat available at a table of your choosing at any time of the day.

With live casinos being so accessible, it’s essential that players play at times that are convenient. Playing when tired or stressed can often lead to poor decision making and can take away from the overall experience. If you are feeling tired, the best thing to do is to step away from the tables and save it for a time that suits better. 

Don’t play when having too much to drink 

Some of the very best casinos in the world have bars and restaurants and some players might have a drink while playing. The same can be true with live casinos. 

As players are often playing within the comfort of their own home, they may consider a drink whilst playing. Whilst that is completely fine to do, it is important for players to make sure this doesn’t alter their playing style or strategy. 

Be aware of the table limits 

When trying to find the game you want to play you will see that every table has table limits. Pay attention to these limits as they will set out what the minimum bets are and will be. 

It might be that you may have to shop around if you find a table that offers you the right minimums. There are usually alternatives that can be found. In some instances you can be added to a waiting list or even bet behind other players. 

If you decide to play at a table with slightly higher limits just be mindful of how this can eat into your budgets and the pressure that this could put on your overall decision making.