Video Poker Info - Interesting Facts

Though the number of games you can play at casino is growing, there are some of them that have been loved by players for a long period of time, and till now players prefer them to all new that appear constantly. For example, poker and slot machines are extremely loved by players, and though they appeared long time ago, most of the gamblers admit, that these games are the best. And as a result of their popularity, a new game appeared – video poker machine.

Video poker machine looks like common to everyone slot machines, but the game running is absolutely different. All the video poker games are based on draw poker with 5 cards. Though this type of poker has lost its popularity among poker players, in video poker it has lots of admirers.

Facts and Details

First video poker machines appeared in mid 70’s, but they reached their popularity in 80’s. Today you will hardly find a casino that does not have video poker machines. Usually, most of the gambling houses have the following games: Jacks or Better, Bally's All American, Deuces Wild, Tens or Better, Bonus Poker, Double Bonus, etc.

All the video poker games use the rankings of cards from traditional poker variations. Besides, the odds of them are the same like in poker. That means, that the most desired hands will be of Straight type, and Royal Flash is the best thing that can happen to you during the game.

The payouts of the video poker games are high. Besides, it is quite easy to win the game, as it does not involve some strategies.

If you want to try something new, you should definitely play video poker. You will like easy game running, and with the first winning achieved you will start to play game more vigorously.