Live Dealer Casinos

Online gamblers have got a new and interactive way of enjoying their favourite games, a way that is so close to being in an actual casino that it makes no difference.

Online live dealer casinos.

Now you can have all the thrills of your favourite games with the added bonus of playing with real, live, breathing human persons. You can dress up in a tuxedo and pretend you’re in Monaco or you can enjoy the social aspects of chatting to a live dealer while wearing your Batman costume – no one is judging.
It’s the latest and best offering from the online casino industry and it will change how casinos, and players, get their thrill on.

What is an online live dealer casino?

An online live dealer casino is an online casino that lets you play your favourite games with a real, live dealer. While we all know we can Hold’em or blackjack or roulette at online casinos, we also know that they are going to be video versions. Not anymore. With the advances made in web cam technology, gambling software and internet security, the top tier online casinos have now set up dedicated games rooms with real tables, real cards, real wheels and real dealers.
It is just like being in a brick-and-mortar casino without the annoying crowds and unnecessary costs like parking and food and drinks.

Can I see other players at an online live dealer casino?

No. You can only see the dealer. And no one can see you. The dealer can see your username and any comments you make so you can carry on a conversation via chat but nobody can see you or where you are.

Where can I try an online live dealer casino?

Due to the set up and technology costs of live dealer gambling only the real cream of the crop casinos offer it to players. You should still check to make sure your chosen online casino is registered and licensed so you know you’re playing with a trusted establishment.
For South African players there are three online casinos offering online live dealer games that come really highly recommended:

PlayLive
Europa
Springbok

Can I play at online live dealer casinos using ZAR?

At the above-mentioned online casinos – yes. They are all super welcoming to South African players and all their games are geared for our market and our currency.

What games can I play at an online live dealer casino?

Table games are the most popular online live dealer games and cover everything from poker to baccarat to blackjack to roulette. Some online live dealer casinos offer interesting variants on the classic table games like Dragon Baccarat as well as specialty games like Win and Spin or Mah Jong.
Check your online casinos live dealer lobby to see what is on offer.

Are online live dealer games rigged?

Not if you’re playing at a licensed and trusted online casino. The technology behind online live dealers is pretty impressive, and so is the security. There are cameras that record every moment of every game, pit bosses that watch that the dealers are playing fairly and correctly, dealers that are highly trained and scanning technology to record and display every card dealt or wheel spun.

Are online live dealer casinos worth it?

For the passionate online gamer – absolutely. Apart from the feeling that you are in a land-based casino with all the thrills that brings, the dealers themselves are awesome – impeccably dressed just like at a high-end land-based casino, friendly, professional and highly trained.