Live casino explained: real dealers, real tables

How live dealer games work

Live games are filmed in dedicated studios, and sometimes on real casino floors, then streamed to you in HD. You place bets on an on-screen layout during a betting window. When the window closes, the dealer deals the cards or spins the wheel, and results are read automatically and settled to your balance.

What you can play

• Live blackjack: usually seven seats, with options to bet behind other players when tables are full.
• Live roulette: European, French and sometimes American wheels, plus faster variants.
• Live baccarat: simple banker, player or tie bets.
• Game shows: money wheels and studio games with random multipliers. These are entertaining but usually carry a higher house edge.

Pace and stakes

The table sets the pace, not you, so live games are slower than RNG versions. Every table shows its minimum and maximum stakes before you join.

The £5 and £2 online stake limits apply to reel-based slots, not to live roulette or blackjack. That means live tables can allow much higher stakes, so set your own deposit limit first.

Bonuses and live games

Many welcome offers exclude live casino games, or count only a small percentage of your live stakes towards wagering. Check the bonus terms before you play live with bonus funds.

Fairness and house edge

Results come from the physical cards and wheel, and studios serving UK players operate under Gambling Commission licensing. Live table games carry the same house edge as the standard rules of each game. Game shows vary widely and often have a higher edge, so look at the stated RTP in the game’s help screen.

Tips before you play

1. Watch a few rounds before joining.
2. Check the table limits and side bets.
3. Set a deposit limit and a session budget.
4. Avoid side bets with poor odds.