To surrender or give up after a player receives their first two cards but before the dealer checks for a blackjack. Player loses half of their bet. This existed in Atlantic City during “the Experiment”, but hardly exists anywhere in the world.

Player may give up or surrender after receiving first two cards but before dealer checks for an Ace in the hole. If surrendered, only 50% of bet is lost, instead of entire sum. Excellent method for controlling player losses and therefore not allowed in most casinos.