Can packet loss cause me to lose in live dealer games?

Will packet loss affect live games and make it harder for me to win? Or will it just slow down gameplay and ruin my connection?

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MetaShift
MetaShiftAnswered on 12/22
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Sure, packet loss interferes with live dealer play. Just imagine how annoying it would be if, while chatting with friends via a poor internet connection, you couldn’t hear them clearly. Similarly, live dealer gamers may not be able to discern the dealer’s moves or their own cards. Packet loss won’t make you lose (it’ll just make the game more irritating), and a poor connection will slow down bet placement. But again, it’s about the quality of the user experience, not fairness. Fix the connection problem.

RiskReward
RiskRewardAnswered on 12/22

If packet loss bothers you while playing online casino games, then it could affect your play, by making it more difficult to predict the results of specific moments or moves during a live dealer game. It will also generally slow your game play and risk causing you to disconnect. So be sure to test your internet connection before you start playing. You want to see as little latency as possible.

ReplaySystem
ReplaySystemAnswered on 12/23

Packet loss will screw up live dealer games, but it won’t affect the result. Instead, you’ll get laggy gameplay, frozen screens, or failed bets. When chasing a run and experiencing lag, it’s a bummer. Good thing, though, that live dealer games are based on the actions of an actual dealer, and you have control over which hands to play and how much to bet. Keep in mind: Your internet speed can alter your experience, but not your odds. Play fair, and good luck!

CoreMechanics
CoreMechanicsAnswered on 12/24

Packet loss screws with live dealer games. It doesn’t make you win or lose. But having to wait for packets to be retransmitted means that you will miss the action at critical points and make poor decisions. It’s like reading lips at a loud party. You are going to get it wrong sometimes. In the time-sensitive games of roulette and blackjack, that can lead to big monetary losses. This is about more than connectivity. It’s about whether you can access your competitive edge. Packet loss impacts your ability to play your best game. That is very significant. I always tell my players to test a game before you play it.

ShaderCost
ShaderCostAnswered on 12/25

well, yes, packet loss can interfere with live dealer games. It won’t cause you to lose – you’ll just be a step behind other players, meaning that there will be delays when the card is turned over or the result announced, which can affect you. In fast-paced games, this can influence your chances of winning. So, while it’s not “rigged, ” it can certainly put you at a disadvantage. Make sure your internet connection is stable.

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