BetMGM live dealer tables worth a closer look in Alberta

The first summer of regulated online casinos in Alberta has arrived, with BetMGM Casino among the first operators to launch in the province. The operator boasts more than 4,000 titles, including popular slots and table games. What should not go overlooked, though, is a strong collection of BetMGM live dealer table games and game shows, which combine the excitement of in-person gaming with the convenience of gambling online from the comfort of your own home. Sign up now with BetMGM code SPORTSLINECAS in Alberta. 

Live dealer casino games are as close as you can get to experiencing casino floor action for mobile gamblers, with real hosts and dealers at the center of gameplay. These live-streamed games from dedicated studios allow players to interact with dealers and other players via chat rooms.

With 25 live dealer games at the BetMGM Alberta online casino, there is some decent variety offered right away, with the possibility of the operator adding more titles along the way. 

Here are some highlights of BetMGM's live dealer library.

A variation of live dealer roulette, Sticky Bandits Roulette Live brings a wild west theme to the table that features a European roulette wheel with a single 0 wedge. 

One random number on that wheel is chosen for each game to receive a 2x, 3x or 4x multiplier, while three are also selected as Bandit numbers, which trigger the bonus round surrounding a Diamond Duke slot.

All inside bets qualify for multipliers and bonus games, with players potentially winning up to 5,207x their wager. Overall, this live dealer game features a return-to-player rate of around 97%. 

With a bet clock of just over 20 seconds, Sticky Bandits Roulette Live is relatively fast-paced. With plenty of betting options available, this game is better suited to players with a solid understanding of and experience with roulette.

Another Playtech live dealer game, Mega Fire Blaze Blackjack Live is a variant of a casino floor staple in blackjack. The centerpiece of this title is the Mega Fire Blaze Bonus, which can lead to a payout of up to 1,000x the original bet.

The main part of the game is classic blackjack, with users having the option to also make side bets on Perfect Pairs and 21+3. Players are dealt two hands, giving them a choice to wager on one or both. Hand 1 goes first for betting, followed by Hand 2. 

During base gameplay, users can unlock the Mega Fire Blaze Bonus Round in one of three ways, with players earning points based on the number of cards in the dealer's hands, the number of Aces in the dealer's hand and the points for the first two cards in players' hands.

The bonus round features five levels, with each tier boasting higher and additional multipliers, as players see three spins on a slot-style grid. While it seems that a lot of mechanics are in play, it's still blackjack. 

For users who want a spin on the traditional table game, and those who like faster-paced action thanks to a 15-second wagering clock, this live dealer game is ideal.

The name says all you need to know. A faster-moving spin-off of traditional baccarat from Evolution, Speed Baccarat features a 27-second bet clock to create more gameplay rounds in one sitting. The approach is as straightforward as it comes.

Place a wager and aim for a hand of up to three cards with the highest collective single-digit value. Users can bet on the banker or the player to have the best hand, or they can be more aggressive by wagering on a tie or on various side bets like Player Pair, Banker Pair and Perfect Pair.

Thanks to these easy-to-learn rules and an RTP up to 98.94%, Speed Baccarat is great for players who like simplicity and more consistent wins.

Outside of standard table games with live dealers, another category of live dealer games that has grown in popularity is game shows. That includes Playtech's Adventures Beyond Wonderland, which gives players a chance to spin a wheel and win cash prizes.

Users wager on the outcome of each spin, with the option of betting on four different numbers plus four bonus rounds. They can wager on as many outcomes as they desire. There are bonus rounds in play with this live dealer casino game, which are unlocked if the wheel stops on one of the bonus segments. These bonus games use either a wheel or dice that can add multipliers to the game.

It's a different style of live dealer game that combines a game show environment with casino gameplay, something that users of all backgrounds can enjoy.

Inspired by the ever-popular Buffalo Blitz slot, this live dealer casino game keeps the core elements of the slot, including buffalo and diamond symbols, plus the incorporation of a live host.

The host stands next to a screen of the classic six-reel slot, and with nearly 5,000 ways to win, users have under 10 seconds to decide if they want to bet on the ensuing spin or not. The reels go live, with players claiming payouts if any matching symbol combinations land. There are chances for users who opt in to a spin to qualify for a free game bonus round.

Another fast-paced game, players who prefer slots to table games will enjoy Buffalo Blitz Live.

Few games are as straightforward as Hi-Lo Western Live, another wild west-themed live dealer game from Playtech. Simply wager on whether the next drawn card will be higher or lower than the previous card.

There are some other betting options, including whether the two cards will be the same value, if the ensuing card will be a specific value and if the next card will match a certain suit. Users can also bet on the Wanted Card, which carries a multiplier of up to 500x the player's bet.

Gameplay is simple and easy to learn, making it a unique live dealer variation that novices can take to quickly and that more experienced players can mix in to vary their game selection.

As noted, what makes live dealer casino games stand out is the involvement of human hosts and dealers, who stream from dedicated studios, interact with players and direct gameplay.

While those hosts can keep play moving, so, too, do the bet timers that exist within each game. 

Users sometimes prefer standard digital games that rely on a random number generator (RNG) to determine outcomes, as they can play at whatever pace they prefer. Others would rather go with live dealer games because of the faster pace and results being based solely on the luck of the draw.

Players can also talk to each other and the dealer in a chat room, creating a more social experience with online casino gaming that can only be found with live dealer casino games.

Live dealer titles are faster-paced thanks to the gameplay direction of hosts and bet timers, so users should be prepared to make quick decisions to stay involved.

If you crave that speed of play as well as a lively social environment while gambling online, live dealer casino games are the way to go with BetMGM and all other legal online casinos Canada has to offer.

Live dealer games create exciting experiences that go unmatched by other titles in BetMGM Casino's library, and they're something that nearly everyone can explore and enjoy.

Please play responsibly. 18+. Alberta only. Gambling Problem? Call GameSense at 1-833-447-7523 or visit https://gamesenseab.ca/.

Grant Lucas