Poker rules

If you’re going to be playing online poker, you’d better know the rules of the games you’re involved in. While most people know Texas Hold’em, there are plenty of other popular poker games that have minor and major variations in the way they’re played. Follow the links below to get yourself informed.

Texas Hold’em – The classic poker game. Texas Hold’em is what almost all beginner and intermediate players stick to before they check out what else is out there. Are you sure you know all of the rules of this poker mainstay?

Omaha High – Similar to Texas Hold’em, and quickly gaining in popularity, Omaha High nevertheless has some important differences that you should read about…

Omaha 8 or Better – Also known as Omaha Hi-Lo, this exciting form of poker uses more cards-and uses those cards in different ways-than Texas Hold’em. Click for a detailed explanation…

Seven Card Stud – In Seven-Card Stud, you can pick and choose your five-card hand from the seven cards available to you. This adds an interesting twist to the dynamic of standard Texas Hold’em…

Stud 8 or Better – Another “hi-lo” game (it’s sometimes called Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo), Stud 8 or Better divides hands into two separate categories, and it’s possible to win on both. Follow this link to clear up any confusion…

Rank of Hands – One of the most important pages you’ll ever read, this section will let you know exactly what you’re holding. After all, what good are cards if you don’t know their value?