Newbie: Playtech or Microgaming for Blackjack?

[Tailgun]

Hi Everybody,

I just started playing for fun at several online casinos. I've also been reading up on everything I could find at Casinomeister (and other sites) regarding which casinos were most reputable. Now I'm considering playing for real money and have been scouring past threads regarding the various software companies the casinos use. I know this was/is a hot topic (I read over a big, heated thread from you guys back in Jan/Feb of this year) and would appreciate some up-to-date impressions of the two most prevalent SW as of Fall '06.

Specifically, I only play Blackjack (Atlantic City rules, usually). I have downloaded and opened accounts with Mummy's Gold, River Belle and Kiwi. I must say I MUCH prefer the graphics and easier-to-understand menu system of the Playtech software, but many have said they prefer MG. If I use a reputable casino like one of the ones mentioned above, does the software make a difference?

Your opinions are much appreciated.

[winbig]

Hi Everybody,

I just started playing for fun at several online casinos. I've also been reading up on everything I could find at Casinomeister (and other sites) regarding which casinos were most reputable. Now I'm considering playing for real money and have been scouring past threads regarding the various software companies the casinos use. I know this was/is a hot topic (I read over a big, heated thread from you guys back in Jan/Feb of this year) and would appreciate some up-to-date impressions of the two most prevalent SW as of Fall '06.

Specifically, I only play Blackjack (Atlantic City rules, usually). I have downloaded and opened accounts with Mummy's Gold, River Belle and Kiwi. I must say I MUCH prefer the graphics and easier-to-understand menu system of the Playtech software, but many have said they prefer MG. If I use a reputable casino like one of the ones mentioned above, does the software make a difference?

Your opinions are much appreciated.

For a more fair BJ game (IMO), stick with MG

[umberto]

I d avoid Microgaming for blackjack. Their software is too tight to be won. Between the two of them, I ll choose Playtech. Of course, I am amazed by the gold series blackjack that Microgaming created. It is a sweet for your eyes.

Not staying only to the two software providers you mentioned, I ll propose you to put some money in a Cryptologic casino ( Intercasino , William Hill).

I hope I helped.

[hbears341]

My favorite place for BJ is BoDog which is a RTG casino. Seems really fair. I've never had any luck at Playtech or MG when it comes to BJ.

[Tailgun]

My favorite place for BJ is BoDog which is a RTG casino. Seems really fair. I've never had any luck at Playtech or MG when it comes to BJ.

Thanks for the reply. Have read some unflattering things about BoDog; how have they been for you on payouts?

[hbears341]

Thanks for the reply. Have read some unflattering things about BoDog; how have they been for you on payouts?

They are without a doubt the best I have encountered in terms of payout. I usually have it in my firepay account within 2 hours tops (usually a lot less time).

They're very good at responding to e-mails also. They are by one of, if the best, RTG's out there in my opinion!!

[tencardcharlie]

If I had to chosse between Playtech and MG I'd play on microgaming: on 32 red. It's the best casino around and as a loyal customer you get a good monthly bonus.

Both softwares are perfectly fair though. The above advice to try out the cryptos is also good!

[Tailgun]

Thanks to everyone for the replies. It does seem there is no one consensus on this question. I really hadn't considered any of the other SWs mentioned. Although I had DLed the MG casinos like Mummy, River Belle and 32Red, I really liked the interface of the Playtech software better. The one Playtech casino everyone recommended was Kiwi. I'm starting to get a little more used to the MG interface now - still not sure I like it as much as Playtech.

Haven't tried RTG with Bodog yet. My first ever casino download was Casino Tropez, which was Playtech and I really found it to be easy to navigate and fun to play. It looks like Tropez might be a bad casino, though, based on some forum posts. So I haven't opened an account with them.

Perhaps opening several accounts and funding each modestly is the way to go. The next question is whether I should take advantage of any of these bonuses. The terms seem awfully draconian...

[hbears341]

The next question is whether I should take advantage of any of these bonuses. The terms seem awfully draconian...

BoDog's wagering requirements are really fair, and you'll get a 10% bonus on all deposits after the first one. I forget exactly what their first deposit bonus is. Might be 100%.

And if you get a big win and don't want to finish the wagering requirements they'll just remove the bonus amount from your bank and you can cash out the rest!

[KasinoKing]

Perhaps opening several accounts and funding each modestly is the way to go. The next question is whether I should take advantage of any of these bonuses. The terms seem awfully draconian...

If you're taking a bonus make sure you ALWAYS read the T&C's - many places do not allow BJ play with bonuses - or only count it at reduced %.
Best is Crypto because most allow blackjack at 100% in WR.
Good luck!