Videocart-3 features a computerized version of blackjack . The game follows typical blackjack rules; your goal is to get cards totaling as close to 21 as possible without going over. The computer acts as the dealer, and is required to hit on a 16 or 'soft 17' and to stay on a 'hard 17'. The game features a full 52 card deck, and the computer will automatically shuffle the deck if there are less than 16 cards left; optionally you can request the computer reshuffle the deck at any time. One or two players can play, each player beginning the game with $500. There is a minimum bet of $1 and a maximum bet of $99. In the two player game a player who has gone broke may optionally borrow $100 from the house to re-enter the game.
The gameplay in Videocart-3 involves making bets, receiving cards, and trying to beat the dealer's hand without going over 21. You can choose to hit, stand, or double down on your current hand, with the option to surrender if you're unhappy with your situation. The game also features a 'bet anywhere' option, which allows you to bet any amount of money you like at any time during the game.