Card Games
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Medium
1 Player
Blackjack 21
A professional casino-style Blackjack game with advanced card counting system and basic strategy integration.
Developed
May 2025
Play Time
5-30 min
Difficulty
Medium
Status
Live
About the Game
This Blackjack game brings the authentic casino experience to the web with a focus on educational gameplay and realistic mechanics. The game features a sophisticated Hi-Lo card counting system, integrated basic strategy recommendations, and authentic casino rules. Designed for both casual players and serious students of the game, it includes comprehensive statistics tracking and detailed game analysis to help players improve their skills.
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Key Features
- Hi-Lo card counting system with running and true count display
- Integrated basic strategy recommendations with color-coded suggestions
- Multi-deck shoe management (2, 4, 6, 8 deck configurations)
- Realistic card dealing animations with physics-based movement
- Comprehensive betting system with configurable limits
- Statistical analysis and detailed game history tracking
- Professional casino rules implementation with edge case handling
- Educational overlay explaining counting methodology and strategy
- Responsive design optimized for both desktop and mobile play
- Audio feedback and visual effects for enhanced immersion
Challenges
- Problems in implementing mathematically accurate card counting algorithms
- Creating smooth 60fps card animations without performance degradation
- Designing an intuitive interface that doesn't overwhelm casual players
- Balancing educational content with engaging gameplay mechanics
- Ensuring authentic casino rules while maintaining accessibility
- Optimizing complex state management for real-time game updates
Key Learnings
- Advanced React state management patterns for complex game logic
- Canvas API and animation optimization for smooth visual effects
- Game theory and probability calculations for authentic gameplay
- User experience design for educational gaming applications
- Performance optimization techniques for real-time applications
- Accessibility considerations for complex interactive interfaces
Technologies Used
React
TypeScript
Framer Motion
Context API
Local Storage
Canvas API
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