5 Tips For Winning At Video Poker
by David Olsen
Video Poker combines both Luck and skill.
The luck part is the cards that are randomly
dealt to the player. The skill part
encompasses much more then simply knowing what
to hold and what to fold. In this article
we'll discuss some of the things every video
poker player should be doing, regardless of
their game play strategy.
1. Only Play At Full Pay Machines
One of the smartest things any potential video
poker player can do is to check the payout
schedule before he or she starts playing. The
payout schedule tells you how much you'll be
paid for each winning hand. In a Jacks or
Better Video Poker game 9/6 is considered full
pay. That simply means that 9 coins are paid
out for a Full House and 6 coins are paid out
for a Flush. Many casinos pay out less then
9/6, meaning that in the long run, you'll
simply win less money.
2. Always Play Max Coins A Mistake
many novice players make is to play fewer
coins, thinking this will keep them in the
game longer. The problem with that theory is
many machines will give you proportionately
more coins for hitting a Royal Flush with max
coins then they will for hitting with less
then the max. If you're worried about going
through your bankroll too quickly, play at a
low coin size. Or, if you're really not sure
how to play, us a play for free version of the
game until you've gotten your feet wet.
3. Plan How Much You're Willing To Lose
--And Stick To It. There is a lot of luck
involved in winning Video Poker.
Unfortunately, too many players keep pumping
coins into the machine, thinking their luck is
bound to change. Successful players know that
some days you have it and some you don't.
Before you start playing, have a set amount
that you're willing to lose, once that money
is gone quit playing.
4. Take Your Time Video poker is a
game of man against machine. Always remember
that there is no time limit. Make sure that
you carefully review your cards, with each
hand. Take as much time as you need, no one is
waiting for you so don't feel pressured to
make your move. Don't hit that draw button
until you're ready.
5. Take advantage of the "Play for
Free" Games Novice players need
experience; obviously the best way to gain
experience is to play. Fortunately, many
online casinos offer "Play for free"
versions of some maybe even all of their video
poker versions. Take advantage of these and
develop your strategy before you plunk down
your money.
About the Author
David Olsen David has been writing about
online casinos and casino strategy for over
five years and is considered an authority in
the online gambling world. His latest website
is all about the many variations of Video
Poker and Online
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