Are live dealer games fair? How do they ensure randomness?

In my experience, live dealer games at legit casinos are about as random as brick-and-mortar casino games. They use a combination of physical processes and technology to ensure fairness: Cards are shuffled by casino staff who are physically holding actual cards (you can see the shuffle on the live streaming video). For games such as roulette, the rolling of dice or spinning of a physical wheel is real – it’s not simulated by software.

Major casinos all have RNG-certified shuffling machines, so you get the same hand as always. Also, most major live studios are overseen by regulatory bodies such as Malta Gaming Authority or UKGC. Check your casino’s license.

The critical thing to do is play at licensed casinos. That’s the issue, not whether or not it is a live dealer table. You will be getting a fair game when you choose one of these operators, just as if you had walked into one of their land-based establishments. So, make sure you find an operator with the proper licenses. It’s all in the open; watch the shuffle and then see the cards dealt.

Live dealer games are legitimate. They take place in actual studios, with real cards, dice, and roulette wheels. Randomness is guaranteed by the use of third-party shuffle machines and randomized spin/deal times. Responsible operators even submit to audits from companies like eCOGRA to prove so. Yes, it’s legit. If you play at licensed operators, you’re fine. Don’t worry about the shuffle.