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Live Casino Games: How Live Dealer Tables Work
Learn how live casino games work: real dealers, studio streaming, OCR technology, the main game types and practical tips before you play.
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Start Here
Three steps before you sit at any table.
- 01
Learn the rules
Read our live casino games guides until the basic terms feel clear.
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Check legality
Make sure it is legal where you live and that you are 18+.
- 03
Set your limits
Decide on time and money limits up front, then stick to them.
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Glossary
Key live casino games terms, explained in one line.
- Live dealer
- A real human dealer who runs table games such as blackjack, roulette or baccarat in real time via a video stream.
- Studio
- A dedicated production space or land-based casino floor fitted with cameras and broadcast equipment to stream games live.
- OCR
- Optical Character Recognition, technology that reads cards and game results from the video and displays them automatically in the player interface.
- Betting window
- A limited time period, usually shown by a countdown timer, during which players can place bets before the dealer starts the round.
- Table limits
- The minimum and maximum stakes allowed at a given table, which can differ between tables and between bet types.
- RNG
- Random Number Generator, software that produces random outcomes in digital games, unlike live casino games using physical cards and wheels.
FAQ
Common questions about live casino games.
Are live dealer games rigged?
In licensed live casinos, results come from physical cards, wheels or dice handled by a real dealer on camera, and studios are audited by regulators and testing labs. Choosing a licensed provider where play is legal reduces the risk. The house edge still applies, so long-term losses are expected.
How do live casino games work technically?
Dealers work in a studio or casino fitted with several cameras that stream video in real time. Optical character recognition (OCR) and sensors read cards, wheel numbers or dice and turn them into data, so bets can be settled automatically. Players place their bets through an on-screen interface.
What is the difference between live and RNG casino games?
RNG games use certified random number generator software to decide outcomes instantly, shown with animated graphics. Live games use physical equipment and a human dealer streamed in real time. Live play is slower and more social, while RNG games allow faster rounds and often lower minimum stakes.
What live casino games are available?
Common live games include blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker variants such as Casino Hold'em, and dice games like sic bo. Many studios also offer game-show formats with money wheels and multipliers. Availability depends on the provider and on what is legal in your country.
What internet connection do I need for live casino games?
A stable connection of around 3–5 Mbps or more is usually enough for HD streaming. Stability matters more than raw speed, because dropouts can make you miss betting windows. Most platforms automatically lower video quality on slow connections, and Wi-Fi or 4G/5G is generally sufficient.