Before playing Video Poker, read through our brief list of tips and strategies to get the most out of your experience.
Check the pay tables -Â Some games offer higher payouts than others for the same poker-hand. If you're looking for a specific payout amount, always check the paytable first before playing
Remember, it's not a slot machine - When playing slots, some players like to play as quickly as possible because they want to trigger the bonus round. Slot machines don't require any skill to play, and your actions are limited to choosing your bet size and possibly interacting with a bonus feature. Video Poker is a skill game, and your actions will affect the house edge.
Stick to your gaming budget and limit - Before you begin your gaming session, it's a good idea to establish a time limit and a gaming budget. Staring at a screen for too long can cause you to lose focus and make mistakes.
Consider playing with max coins - The majority of Video Poker games offer higher payouts for betting the maximum amount. If you want to unlock the highest payouts, take this into account with your gaming budget.
Learn the different variations - While the paytables and gameplay may look similar between each version of Video Poker, there are substantial differences, such as 10s acting as a wild, or the option to try to double your payout.
Explore each game's unique strategy -Â Each game has its own strategy to reduce the house edge as low as possible.
Never give up a winning hand - It may be tempting to give up a winning hand to chase after a bigger hand, but often, the optimal strategy is to stick with your winning hand.
Keep an eye on your bankroll - Always keep an eye on your bankroll and stick to your gaming budget.
Hand | Cards | Description |
Jacks or Better | J♠J♡ | Pair of Jacks or higher-ranking cards |
Two of a Kind | Q♠Q♡ 4♠4♡ | 2x sets of pairs |
Straight | 6♣ 7♢ 8♠9♣ 10♣ | 5 cards in a sequence that don’t have matching suits |
Flush | 3♣ 5♣ 7♣ 9♣ 10♣ | 5 cards of the same suit, but are not in a sequence |
Full House | 9♠9♡ 7♠7♡ 7♢ | A pair of matching cards and three of a kind |
Four of a Kind   | 5♠5♡ 5♢ 5♣ | 4 cards of the same value |
Straight Flush   | 10♣ 9♣ 8♣ 7♣ 6♣ | 5 cards of the same suit and in sequential order |
Royal Flush       | A♡ K♡ Q♡ J♡ 10♡ | The strongest hand has cards A-10 in the same suit |