5Dimes online casino .. Rigged? i got the data

I agree with you, I feel that 5dimes is definitely fair in its cards. For reference, I just placed 50 dollars on the site today and cashed out 1050 from their 6-deck blackjack game with favorable rules. Now, I know that's a ridiculous streak of positive variance, but I doubt that a site that goes through all the trouble to significantly rig their cards would admit such a win.

I just have one question regarding 5dimes, specifically this:
http://www.5dimes.com/independent.html, analysis by Michael Shackleford.

It indicates a return of -0.01646 on Blackjack, or 98.35%, or HA of -1.65%. Another document states a return of 98.8% or HA of -1.2%.
Isn't that a horribly high house edge for Blackjack? What's the deal with that?

Quote: P90

It indicates a return of -0.01646 on Blackjack, or 98.35%, or HA of -1.65%. Another document states a return of 98.8% or HA of -1.2%.
Isn't that a horribly high house edge for Blackjack? What's the deal with that?

That was based on actual results. Player mistakes will add about 1% to the house advantage, I think more in an online game. When I used to play at a multi-player table at Casino on Net the caliber of play was terrible.

I see, so you didn't use a robot to play through and record the statistics, as was my first assumption, but player hand records. That explains it.

Quote: PhilGooD

My plan is actually to compute the full hand history data and give the probability of this event happening, and then talk to a manager and try to claim my money back

Not going to happen. The definition of "betting" includes the potential loss of that bet. Sorry! If you can't afford to gamble, don't do it.

JMHO on a rather stale topic.

If you would like to see what happens, just go to a reputable casino that offers a "FreePlay" or "Practice" casino... there are several. Start wagering the play money, and tell us what happens.

/MHO