Massachusetts Institute of Technology Tests Software for Backgammon Masters

2008-04-26
Andy James

Famous online backgammon site BackgammonMasters, which offers popular casino and board games including Blackjack, Backgammon and Poker has now created a list for "Blackjack Teams". This project will see them work together with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to test out Backgammon Masters' new Blackjack platform as well as their Basic Blackjack Calculator.

BackgammonMasters was inspired to put their software to the test after the recent release of "21". 21 is based on the book "Bringing Down the House", written by Ben Mezrich, which tells the story of a group of students at MIT who succeeded in beating Las Vegas odds by putting together teams of card counting blackjack players.

Inspired with this story, BackgammonMasters is putting their software up against MIT geniuses to see how they do!

In BackgammonMasters' 21 Blackjack, five players can play at one time against the dealer. They are also offering a new Basic Blackjack Calculator to help players increase their odds and help card counting players.

The Basic Blackjack Calculator helps prevent players from making mistakes and from overlooking important decisions. But there are other elements that the MIT Team will have to deal with that are not found in a live casino setting. These variables include the online standards for a random shuffle, the number of decks and the extensive research and study that was put into designing the software.

The new Blackjack platform of BackgammonMasters also includes Blackjack tournament play. BackgammonMasters.com will offer 21 Blackjack Tournaments in which tables will compete against one another for top scores and huge prizes. BackgammonMasters' Freeroll backgammon tournaments have already proven that they are capable of offering great tournament play.

Here's some excellent news for you – not only will MIT be testing the platform, Backgammon Masters has invited all Blackjack lovers to come aboard and test out the system. In return, they will offer bonuses for teams that tell their friends and invite other players aboard.