Video Poker Casinos

Video poker combines elements of slot play with poker. The virtual game uses a five-card draw, but luck and skill are required to win. 

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This guide will cover all you need to know about video poker. We will explore the game and its variants, the rules and how to play, tips to improve your chances, potential payouts, and more. You’ll get to know the best casino sites for video poker games, including playing for free. At Casino.com, we leave no stone unturned when delivering the most trustworthy, informative, and valuable information. Once you have read through our page, you will be a video poker pro and ready to take on real money play. 

Video Poker Bonuses and Promotions

There are many online casino bonuses available at the top gaming sites. You can use these bonuses to play many video poker games, allowing you to enjoy more bang for your buck. A boosted bankroll means you can stretch out your gaming and give yourself a better chance of collecting wins. However, all bonuses come attached to wagering requirements and other terms. Here are some of the bonuses you can use on video poker.

  • Deposit Bonus: The deposit bonus gives you a percentage of your deposit back as a bonus. This can be used in video poker games. However, the wagering contribution for video poker is usually lower than that of other games, around 5-10%. This is because the video poker game odds are favourable for wagering returns.
  • Cashback Bonus: The cashback bonus returns a percentage of your losses each week. This can range from 5% to 20%. The cashback bonus provides a nice cushion for real money play, but these bonuses are not as common.
  • No Deposit Bonus: The no deposit bonus is one of the most in-demand offers at the casino. This bonus is triggered when you sign up for an account, so it’s completely risk-free. In this case, you will get some free chips to use in the video poker games. However, no deposit bonuses have stricter terms and conditions, such as higher wagering requirements and sometimes a max win amount.

Best Video Poker Casino Sites 

Not all online casino sites are equipped with video poker games. However, we have picked out some of the best casinos for video poker. These online video poker casinos are fully licensed, trusted, and stacked with excellent content, so you can enjoy a fulfilling gaming experience.  

Betzone Casino Video Poker

Betzone Casino Video Poker

Betzone Casino is an all-encompassing gaming site that is loaded with betting opportunities. The casino features heaps of games, promotions and tournaments to enjoy. The gaming site hosts games from some of the most in-demand suppliers, covering slots, tables, and live dealer. You can find a good choice of video poker games. 

50% back as a free bet up to £60 AND 60 Free Spins

Kwiff Casino Video Poker 

Kwiff Casino Video Poker

Kwiff is a fresh and modern gaming site that takes mobile-friendly play to the next level. The online casino has an impressive collection of games, with slots, tables, and live games. The casino and sportsbook hybrid has a range of enticing promotions to keep your balance topped up, too.

Grab up to 200 Cash Free Spins on Book of Dead!

Pub Casino Video Poker

Pub Casino Video Poker

This online casino is themed on a classic British pub. Pub Casino site has everything you want with a casino, including a generous welcome bonus and a boatload of games. There are slots, tables, instant wins, and live games, including a live video poker title.  

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666Casino Video Poker

666 Casino Video poker

New players to 666 Casino will enjoy a bonus welcome. There are many different games to explore, all from reputable online casino providers like Pragmatic Play and Play N Go. The casino stocks, slots, tables, and live dealer content. The casino has excellent search functionality, so you can easily find those video poker games.  

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Rules: How to Play Video Poker?

While there are many different rule variations in video poker, there are essentially two types of games; single line and multi-line. In single-line games, you'll have one hand on the screen, and in multi-line games, you'll be dealt one main hand, and that will be the base for the remaining lines.

With both types of games, you will need to make an ante bet, and then you'll receive 5 face-up cards. The goal of the game is to end up with a hand that results in a payout. You can "Hold" up to 5 cards and then discard the others and receive new cards to replace them.

In multi-line video poker, the cards that you "Hold" will appear on every active line. Then each line, using a separate 52 card deck, will fill in the missing cards. If you "Hold" a winning hand, for example, 3 Kings, you will be guaranteed, at minimum, to win a 3-of-a-kind payout for each line. Of course, you'll have multiple chances to improve that hand with a full house or 4-of-a-kind.

The minimum winning hand and some of the odds and payouts differ based on the specific game you're playing. For example, Deuces Wild or Joker Poker, which have wild cards have lower payouts than a game such as Jacks or Better. For individual game rules, you can click on the Help Menu in each game and read up on the rules and payouts for your game.

Top Video Poker Games in the UK

Game Name

Description

Deuces Wild

All four of the "2" cards are wild, creating extra chances at winning. Deuces wild is available in both single and multi-line modes.

Mega Jacks

Try and win the progressive jackpot while you play video poker.

Aces and Face

The Aces and Faces cards have higher than average payouts. This game is available in both single and multi-line modes.

10s or Better

You will need at least a pair of 10s to win a payout.

Jacks or Better

You will need at least a pair of jacks to win. This game has the best payback at many online casinos.

Joker Poker

The game includes 2 wild joker cards in each deck.

Video Poker Features 

Video Poker games come in many forms, with titles such as Joker Poker, Aces and Eights, and others. These games have nifty features that enhance the gaming experience. Here are some of the convenient extras on the best video poker games.

  • Bet Max Button: The Bet Max button instantly increases the bet coin amount to the maximum. The maximum amount you can wager on a single bet will vary between video poker games.
  • Hold Button: The hold button allows the player to hold selected cards, allowing you to replace other cards. This is how you build your hand and improve your chances of winning. You only get one opportunity to hold cards with each hand.
  • Deal Button: The deal button is the main button on the screen and how you trigger the cards to be laid. The button is used whenever you are ready to view the next set of cards.
  • Cash Out Button: Some video poker titles will feature a cash-out button, which you can use when you intend to leave the game. This will cash out your balance. In most cases, you will see a pop-up confirmation to cash out any winnings. 

Playing Video Poker for Free vs Real Money 

Now that you are familiar with video poker, you are ready to experience the game in all its glory. You will have the option to play for real money or for free. The free mode will use free credits instead of real money. The demo mode is available on video poker thanks to the RNG engine, allowing the gameplay to be experienced without risk.

Play Video Poker for Free

Playing video poker for free is a great way to get to grips with the rules and the gameplay. You will enjoy the same experience as in real money mode, without any financial impact. The free-play option gives you access to the features, settings, and rules. You can also experience wins and make decisions as if you’re playing for real. The fun mode is most often available to all players signed up for an account.

Play Video Poker for Real Money

When you are up to scratch with the rules and ready to play, you can enjoy the real money thrills. You must have created an account and made a real money deposit to play for real. This option gives you a chance to win, and you’ll experience a higher level of exhilaration when playing. Remember, you should always play responsibly when gambling with casino real money funds.

Video Poker Strategies and Tips

Making the gut-wrenching decision to release a second K in the hopes of getting a Royal Flush is just one of the decisions that might have to make when playing video poker. So how do you when to hold a card and when to release it? Part of this decision should be based on the number of active lines in your hand. The odds are much lower in a single line game, and therefore, if you already have a decent winning hand, it makes sense to keep the winning cards and try to build on it. However, if you're a card or two away from a big win, and you're playing a 10 or 25 line game, it can be worth the risk to drop the winning hand in hopes of being dealt the missing card or two in one or more of your hands.

One of the factors to look at is the potential payouts. If you have a winning hand in all the lines from the initial deal, what will your winnings be? Then compare that with one or two hands that might pay off big, should get you the cards you need to complete the win with bigger payouts. It's always a tough choice to leave guaranteed money on the table, but sometimes it's worth the gamble if the potential payout is much greater.

Regardless of which variation you're playing or how many the game has, it's always a good idea to look at the paytable. This will let you know if you need a pair of 10s or better for a win or if an Ace high will let you win back some of your ante bet. Knowing this will help guide you as you decide which cards to hold or release. One of the toughest decisions you'll have to make is whether you should hold onto 2,3, or 4 cards that have nothing in common other than the suit. The more lines that are in your game will increase your odds of getting a flush in at least one of them.

For players unfamiliar with the standard winning video poker hands, use the chart below as a reference.

Hand Type

Cards

Description

Royal Flush

A, K, Q, J, 10

Also known as a Royal Straight Flush, you'll need all 5 cards with the same suit from 10- A

Straight Flush

2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Five cards in a row, all with the same suit

Four of a Kind

7,7,7,7

Four of the five cards are matching

Full House

K, K, Q, Q, Q

When you have three of a kind and a pair in a single hand

Flush

2, 5, 7, 10, Q

All the cards in your hand must be the same suit

Straight

7, 8, 9, 10, J

A run of five consecutive numbers, the suits don't have to match

Three of a Kind

5, 5, 5

Three matching numbers

Two Pair

A, A, 9, 9

Two sets of matching numbers

One Pair

5, 5

A single pair of matching numbers

High Card

A

A single high card

Video Poker Glossary

Action – This term refers to playing the game for real money.

Credit – In a traditional video poker machine, you would have to either use chips or a game card, similar to a credit card, to play. The credit refers to how many coins are deposited in the machine. If a game costs 1 credit and you deposit 10 credits in the machine, you'll be able to play 9 additional games before using up your credits.

Discard – The cards that you didn't hold onto will be removed from your hand.

Draw - After the discard, you will receive new cards to complete your hand with 5 cards.

Hold – if you have a card or cards that you don't want to discard, you can come to keep them in your hand while discarding the others.

Face card – High-value cards with a picture if the king (K), queen (Q), and jack (J).

Ace-high – When you don't even have a matching pair of cards, but rather the best card you have is an Ace.

House edge – The mathematical advantage the online casino had over the player.

Max bet – The biggest possible bet you can place per line.

Multi-line – Each line represents a different set of 5 cards. However, any cards that you hold after the initial deal will also be held for each line. Each line is played with a separate deck of cards.

Paytable – This is where you'll see all the different payouts for the different possible winning combinations of cards.

Pat hand – When you decide to hold all 5 cards from the initial deal.

Payback – Similar to the RTP in online slot games, the payback is the expected return a player can expect over a large number of games. For example, if a game has a payback of 98.6%, a player who bets £100 will walk away from the table with £98.60. It's important to note that the payback is calculated during thousands of games, not 100.

Mobile Video Poker

The video poker games have been constructed using HTML5 technology. This means the games can be enjoyed on all iOS and Android mobile devices. The games are fully responsive, with immersive gameplay screens with easy touch control. Video poker games use simple graphics and easy gameplay, so the difference between playing on desktop and mobile is minimal. The mobile versions allow you to enjoy the real money video poker action from home or on the move. The gameplay windows seamlessly condense down to mobile size while maintaining the gameplay quality and excitement of the game. 

Playing Video Poker vs Poker 

There are many different poker games to choose from across video poker and online poker. There are many versions of video poker, such as Aces and Eights and Joker Poker, and online poker has many different games to enter, such as Caribbean Stud, Texas Hold’em, and more. These variants of poker are different in several ways. First, video poker does not have a dealer serving up the cards. Both video poker and online poker games use a random number generator to determine the results. However, video poker is more luck-based, while regular online poker requires more skill to win. The more experience you have playing online poker, the more chance you’ll have to win, which is not necessarily the case for video poker games. Online poker games can also have up to six decks of cards in play. These games both offer excellent thrills with similar benefits and drawbacks. The main benefit is that you can play to your own speed, enjoy pressure-free decisions, and make budget-friendly bets.  The rules of video poker are more similar to that of online poker, where each game has different rules. You need to create the best five-card hand in video poker, while online poker varies across each game. These poker games are a lot of fun to play and worth checking out. Remember, you have the option to play for free and learn the rules before you play for real.

FAQ

There are no laws against playing video poker in the UK. For your safety, you should only play in a regulated online casino or an established casino.

Video poker only uses one deck of cards, which is 52 cards. If the game includes the Joker, then it’s 53 cards.  

The best way to beat the video poker machine is to make smart decisions about which cards to hold or discard. However, it's important to point out that unlike traditional poker, you are trying to beat the house or another player. Video poker is a game where you can win by simply having a winning hand.

The most played versions of video poker are Jacks or Better and Deuces Wild.  

This depends on whether you like to have some control of the outcome of each hand or rely on the luck of the spin. One advantage that online slot games have over video poker is the variety of themes and bonus features that add an extra layer of excitement with each spin.

The winning hands are similar to regular poker games, including Royal Flush, Straight Flush, Four of a Kind, Full House, Flush, Straight, Two Pair and One Pair. 

This refers to the number of poker hands you can play simultaneously. This gives you more to think about but makes the play more interesting.  

The simplest video poker games to play are Jacks or Better and Deuces Wild.