Blackjack is a popular card game often played in casinos. The objective is to beat the dealer by having a hand value closer to 21 without exceeding it. Each player is dealt two cards, and they can choose to "hit" for additional cards or "stand" to keep their current total. Face cards are worth 10, and aces can be worth either 1 or 11. Players aim to achieve a hand value of 21, known as a Blackjack, with their first two cards, which consists of an ace and a ten-value card. If a player exceeds 21, they "bust" and lose the round. The game combines skill and luck, making it a favorite among many.