Staying Cool: Live Casino Manners to Know

Here at Bally Casino, we're big on delivering an online gaming experience that rivals brick-and-mortar casino floors – which is no small task! Luckily, we've got over 90 years of experience in the field of unbeatable entertainment. 

We've poured all our casino know-how into making epic live casino games that are just as awesome as our land-based versions. And just like in our casinos over in the States, there are a few things that you need to know before you pull up a seat at our live casino games. We're talking the etiquette that'll help you ace the live casino experience – for you and your fellow players. 

Go on, scroll down to find out more. 

What is gambling etiquette? 

Don't sweat it if you've never heard of gambling etiquette before. Unless you've never encountered another person before, chances are you'll have most of the basics down. See, gambling etiquette refers to your manners and how you behave while playing casino games. 

When you rock up to any other entertainment event, there are certain expectations on how y'all will act. And the same applies to when you're in a live casino. 

Say hello to your new buds 

Let's kick things off with the basics. And it can't get more basic than remembering to greet everyone at the table! No lengthy introductions are required but it's common courtesy to say "Hello" to your fellow players and, of course, our live casino dealers. 

All the live casino games in our collection will feature a professional live dealer, who's charged with the job of delivering our iconic 5-star American-style service. Unlike the USA, you don't need to tip the hosts in live dealer casino games, but it's polite to recognise their hard work with a greeting. 

Remember your manners 

Talking of common courtesy, we want all our members to have fun while playing our live casino games. That means everyone should feel safe to make the most of our awesome live chat feature. 

Designed to offer players the chance to revel in the action together, our chat feature lets players send messages around the live casino table in real-time. Say "Hi" to a new joiner or fire a question at the dealer – it's up to you. 

There are just a couple of pointers for folks looking to join in the conversation: 

• Keep the language PG. What some consider acceptable language, might be considered as offensive by others, so be mindful of what you're saying and forget the swearwords. 
• No bullying. The casino floor is all about having fun and enjoying the experience. We won't accept anyone bullying their fellow players here. 
• Give everyone the chance to get involved. Sure, casino games are packed full of thrills, and it's easy to get caught up in the excitement! But be sure to leave room for all your fellow players to contribute to the conversation.  

Keep your personal information, personal

We know, we know, you want to share a bit about yourself with your buddies, new and old, but don't go sharing everything there is to know. Your favourite food? Go for it. Your address? Hold fire on that one. 

Just like you would when playing at a land-based casino, you should keep your personal information to yourself to ensure your safety while playing online. 

Brush up on the rules before joining 

From seasoned spinners to casino newbies, everyone's welcome to play at Bally Casino! But it helps to take a quick look at the basics of a game before pulling up a seat at the table. 

That way, y'all can focus on enjoying playing, rather than trying to school up on the rules while the action unfolds, and our dealers can deliver awesome entertainment for everyone at the table. 

Check your set up 

Leave the dial-up in the past, folks. Live casino games are here to deliver a slice of authentic American-style gaming, with state-of-the-art cameras streaming from slick casino studios and a whole suite of super high-quality technology designed to ship the Vegas atmosphere to your fingertips. 

Wanna know what doesn't shout 'Vegas'? Waiting to sort your internet connection out before you can resume playing. Check your WiFi is up-to-scratch before pulling up a seat to avoid committing this live casino faux pas. 

Don't join the table unless you mean business 

You don't need to wager the big bucks to play our live casino games, but we do ask that you get involved if you hit the 'PLAY' button. 

Some strategy-based games ask players to make decisions based on the most recent card, dice roll or spin, and the host will allow you time to decide your next move. Prefer a more passive game? Check out our live casino roulette tables with Autoplay functionality. 

Get in the Vegas mood 

Part of the fun of playing land-based casino table games is the atmosphere. Sharing the anticipation of the next roll, spin or turn with your fellow players, and, of course, celebrating your fellow player's wins! 

Celebrate as a team and keep the atmosphere going. And don't forget to play for the fun of it. Every player experiences a loss at least once in their time, so don't go taking it personally. There's no room for sore losers at a land-based casino table, and the same goes for online casino tables. 

Take your new skills for a spin

Ready to dive into the world of live casino games? You're in the right place. See, alongside our floor of online slots, we've got an epic collection of casino tables packed with live casino bonuses and chances to land a prize. 

Live card games? We got you. Roulette games? You bet. We even have games based on famous board games and shows, such as MONOPOLY Live and Deal or No Deal Live. Be sure to check out our top five most popular games if you want a helping hand choosing what to play. 

And don't think we're going to let our new buddies get started without a special welcome! Nuh-uh. We'll drop £10 cashback into your account after you wager £50 on the thrilling Signature Blackjack* live studio game. Just sign up to get started.

Don't dilly dally, brush up on more top tips from our team of hot-shot casino writers over on the Bally Casino blog!