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why is 6:5 blackjack payout still a thing at some casinos

Any of you ever look around a blackjack table with 6,5 payout and just wonder why people even sit down? I get that maybe not everyone pays attention, but it's wild how much more edge you give up compared to 3,2. I've tried pointing it out to friends and sometimes they just shrug and say "it's still fun." Maybe I'm overthinking it, but those extra few bucks lost per blackjack hand add up faster than people realize.

Is it just because the tables look less intimidating for beginners, or is there something I’m missing? Has anyone ever seen players actually ask about payout before they play, or do most just not care? Curious if there’s any upside I’m not seeing here.

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Watching live dealer streams, I notice nobody asks about payout, just who got the last double down. Most players seem focused on the chat energy or quick hands, not value.

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6,5 feels like a stealth tax but casinos know most folks don’t notice. At online casinos, at least game rules and payout rates are always right there on the info tab.

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