Are live dealer games fair or just a marketing gimmick?

Do live dealers play fairly, or is it all a scam by casinos to increase player engagement and gambling? Has anyone here conducted or seen tests to confirm that live dealer results can be trusted? Is there anything different from playing with software-generated outcomes?

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QueueHealth
QueueHealthAnswered on 12/22
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As far as I can tell, live dealers are legit. The big casinos rely on trust as their currency. They cannot cheat at live games; they cannot fake the results in a live game. The live dealer is a real person dealing the cards in real time. If you’re playing at a licensed, regulated online casino, you can be confident that the game is fair. The main difference between a live game and a software-based game is that a real dealer is handling cards, rolling dice, and dealing the shoe – you can even watch it happen. That’s what makes live dealer games so popular. Trust me: There’s no need to worry about scams. Play only at reputable casinos that have the appropriate licenses. Don’t get carried away. There are tests done on these games. There are third-party audits performed by reputable organizations.

CooldownTheory
CooldownTheoryAnswered on 12/22

Live dealer games are not a scam. They are broadcast live from secure studios with dealers following protocols. Regulators (eCOGRA, MGA, etc) oversee them also. While it is random just like RNG, you get more control and interactivity. People like it because they feel more engaged. Have seen independent tests on it and people in forums saying its legit. Just a personal preference.

WinCondition
WinConditionAnswered on 12/23

Live dealer games are just as random as RNG games – the dealers can’t affect the results. They just shuffle and spin the wheel. The casino camera feeds in your data and the RNG plays its role. You’re watching it happen live; there’s no looping reel playback. Players enjoy the social experience, that’s why casinos do it. Good sites are independently certified; look for logos like eCOGRA. For real human interaction rather than sneaky code, play live dealer. It’s a real thrill and not a rigged system. Play responsibly!

MatchupTheory
MatchupTheoryAnswered on 12/24

Based on my experience, I can say that live dealer games are fair. The only real distinction between them and traditional casino games is that players can see the dealers shuffling and dealing.

Of course, cynics may dismiss this as marketing, but in fact such games are subject to the same controls as any other game, and no respectable online casino can offer live games without its products being certified by the authorities.

I’ve looked at third party reports on the games, and they’re truly random. The dealers don’t cheat. The stream is live, like a televised football game. You can get a bad dealer every once in a while, just like any other job.

Don’t panic: just make sure you play in licensed casinos – for example, those with a British or Maltese license – which have little incentive to cheat and risk being stripped of their operating licenses.

In short, live dealers are not scams; they are fun and give you the feel of being at a brick-and-mortar casino. But remember that the game is the same, and your head should be as sharp as when you’re playing on a computer screen.

LearningCurve
LearningCurveAnswered on 12/25

But unlike with their software-based brethren, live-dealer games have an inherent element of transparency: You see the dealer, the cards, and the game table, where any cheating would be apparent to everyone. You can rest assured that legitimate establishments won't tamper with how the cards are dealt (though the game's parameters and payout percentages can be manipulated). For those concerned about fair play, stick to reputable, licensed and regulated providers. Yes, it’s more interactive, but the outcome is authentic.

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