Missing the thrill of the casino floor but too comfortable at home to actually go? Opt to play online live dealer casino games instead, and you’ll bring the energy and excitement of a real casino directly to your screen. These real-time games allow you to enjoy the best of both worlds: putting your feet up in your PJs while still soaking up the social interaction, suspense, and adrenaline rush of your favourite casino games.
Read on for a round-up of the best BetMGM casino games with live dealers available in Ontario.
Lightning Roulette
| Software Provider | Evolution Gaming |
| RTP | 97.30% |
What Is It?
There’s only one way to describe Lightning Roulette: electrifying. This game is basically traditional European roulette with a twist: randomly selected lucky numbers with boosted payouts in each round. After the betting phase, lightning strikes between one and five numbers, awarding multipliers ranging from 50x to 500x your original bet.
Why It’s Popular
The anticipation of the lightning strike, the chance to win massive multipliers, and the fast-paced action all combine to keep you on the edge of your seat. Not to mention the visually stunning studio, complete with dramatic sound effects and a charismatic live dealer.
What Kinds of Players Will Enjoy It?
This live dealer game is a sure-fire winner if you’re already a fan of roulette but are craving something extra or you’re keen to try a different live dealer casino game without having to learn any new rules.
Dragon Tiger
| Software Provider | Evolution Gaming |
| RTP | 96.72% |
What Is It?
Dragon Tiger is a fast-paced card game with its roots in Asia. It’s known for its simplicity: two cards are drawn — one for the dragon and one for the tiger. The highest card wins, with ace being low and king being high. You can bet on either the dragon or tiger to win or wager on a tie. It’s a game of pure chance, but side bets like “Big” or “Small” (predicting if the winning card will be over or under 7) give it an extra layer of strategy.
Why It’s Popular
The quick rounds, potential for epic wins, and easy-to-understand rules make Dragon Tiger incredibly accessible to both new and experienced players.
What Kinds of Players Will Enjoy It?
Dragon Tiger is perfect if you like quick, action-packed games with straightforward rules. If you enjoy the simplicity of baccarat but want a slightly faster pace and a touch of Asian flair, Dragon Tiger is one of the best live dealer casino games to add to your list of must-plays.
Craps
| Software Provider | Evolution Gaming |
| RTP | 98.59% |
What Is It?
One of the most social and energetic casino games with a live dealer, craps is a classic dice game also known for its fast-paced action, as well as a wide range of bets. You can bet on the outcome of the roll or a series of rolls of two dice. The shooter (the person rolling the dice) throws the dice, and everyone at the table wins or loses together based on the outcome of the roll. There are lots of betting options, from simple wagers like the “Pass Line” bet (hoping the shooter wins) or the “Don’t Pass Line” bet (betting against the shooter) to more complex proposition bets offering bigger payouts.
Why It’s Popular
Craps is a go-to BetMGM live dealer game because it’s (almost) as social as the real deal. It’s possible to interact with the dealer and other players through a chat feature.
What Kinds of Players Will Enjoy It?
While the atmosphere is slightly less electric in live dealer craps, it’s still a BetMGM casino live dealer game perfect for social butterflies. It’s also a great choice if you enjoy a bit of complexity and risk when it comes to casino table games.
Ultimate Texas Hold’em
| Software Provider | Evolution Gaming |
| RTP | 97.82% |
What Is It?
Ultimate Texas Hold’em is a poker variant where you play head-to-head against the dealer instead of other players. You’ll get two hole cards, and the dealer will deal five community cards. The goal is to make the best five-card poker hand using any combination of your hole cards and the community cards.
Another difference is the betting structure: you make an initial ante bet and a blind bet of the same amount. You can then choose to check (bet nothing) or raise by either 2x or 4x your ante. The dealer must have at least a pair to qualify. If the dealer doesn’t qualify, you win even money on your ante, and your blind pushes. If the dealer qualifies and you win, you also get even money on both your ante and blind.
Why It’s Popular
Some poker players prefer Ultimate Texas Hold’em to traditional poker because you don’t have to worry about outsmarting many opponents. The focus is on your hand and the dealer’s hand.
What Kinds of Players Will Enjoy It?
Ultimate Texas Hold’em stands out if you’re a poker fan or new to the online poker world and you want a live dealer casino game that’s less intimidating and easier to learn. Just remember, playing only Ultimate Texas Hold’em could make it challenging to switch from online poker to live poker.
The Chase Live
What Is It?
The Chase Live is essentially a live game show combined with casino gambling. Based on the popular TV show “The Chase,” this game features a charismatic host and multiple players competing to climb a “money ladder” by answering trivia questions correctly. Players who make it through the initial qualifying round then face off against a “chaser” — a trivia expert — in a head-to-head challenge. The goal is to outsmart the chaser and secure your spot on the ladder to win cash prizes.
Why It’s Popular
It allows you to step into the game show world and offers more interaction than some other live dealer casino games. Plus, anyone who’s familiar with “The Chase” will already be familiar with the rules and format.
What Kinds of Players Will Enjoy It?
Can’t get enough of trivia game shows and constantly find yourself shouting the answers at the TV? Then, The Chase Live is your shot to show off your knowledge.
Play Online Live Dealer Casino Games at BetMGM Ontario
Ready to roll the dice, watch the wheel spin, or put your poker face to the test? BetMGM Ontario has an ever-growing menu of casino games with a live dealer, including all the popular titles highlighted above. If you reside in Ontario, where BetMGM Canada is legally active, register to join in on the real-time gambling action.