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The Exciting World of Video Poker

There was a time when poker was only played in land-based casinos and smoke-filled backrooms, but then a new era of online casinos dawned, and poker found a new home. The format of video poker has been around since the 1970s, and can be enjoyed online in much the same way slot machines now are, which has opened the game up to a wider audience.

Video poker online replicates the poker experience, allowing players to enjoy this traditional card game but in a variety of dynamic forms. At PlayFrank Online Casino South Africa, there are dozens of video poker variants available to play at the touch of a button.

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Video Poker Glossary Index

What is Video Poker?

Video poker and traditional poker table games are pretty much the same when it comes to gameplay. Where they differ somewhat is in the element of chance. Players compete against other real players when they participate in a traditional game of poker, and, inevitably, luck is always a factor when you’re dealing with the unpredictability of human decisions. This is not so in video poker, because a player is competing with a computerised system. The result is that they have only their own gaming strategy to rely on as they play against the computer software.

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What separates video poker from slot games? In essence, it’s the element of chance, and it’s this very idea that influenced gambling laws in the US state of Missouri. In 1992, the state passed a law that outlawed games of chance being played on riverboats. However, this led to a need to define what exactly a ‘game of chance’ was. Slot machines are randomised, so they were determined to be games of chance, whereas with poker and blackjack, it was concluded they were games of skill, and so did not fall under the category of ‘chance’. Hence, slots were banned, but blackjack and poker (and by extension video poker) were not.

Video poker online has developed a dedicated following over the years, and players in South Africa can access an extensive collection of these games at PlayFrank Online Casino South Africa. So, let’s take a closer look at this thrilling online game and some of the varieties available.

Get to Know Your Video Poker

When playing video poker, the first step is to place your bet, which you do by selecting the required coin size and number of coins on the poker screen. Players will then receive five cards after clicking the ‘Deal’ button, which can be looked at so the player can decide the cards they want to keep and the ones they plan to swap for others.

In this scenario, the player then clicks the ‘Draw’ button and new cards are dealt to replace the cards no longer wanted. This is the player’s final poker hand and it is now compared to the paytable where it can be determined if they’ve won any money, and if they have, how much.

So, now that you understand the fundamentals of video poker online, it’s time to play. Make your way over to the PlayFrank casino lobby and take a look at the many titles available. For players who are new to poker and aren’t quite sure where to start, it’s a good idea to try the demo version first. It’s also worthwhile learning a few video poker strategies first before playing for real money.

Video Poker Strategy

One video poker strategy recommends that when you bet, you should bet big. The logic to this is that when a player bets the maximum number of coins possible, they’ll be eligible for all a game’s top jackpot prizes. You may be reluctant to take this approach with your poker game, but it does make strategic sense and is therefore worth considering.

If you prefer not to attempt this sort of high betting strategy, you can instead bet 5 separate 1 coins rather than a single 5 coin. In this situation you will be eligible for the 800-to-1 payout available.

Get Your Video Poker Fix with PlayFrank

With a variety of video poker games available at PlayFrank Online Casino South Africa, players will have no trouble finding a game to suit them. And if you want to practise a game before you start playing for real money, all these poker variations are available in free-play mode.

It should be noted that players in South Africa must now register at PlayFrank Online Casino first before they can play in free demo mode. It doesn’t take long to sign up, though, so you can be enjoying all our games for free or for real money in no time at all.

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Jacks or Better Power Poker

Take your poker game to the next level with Jacks or Better Power Poker, a single 52-deck video poker game with no wild cards. Here, things get interesting as players have the opportunity to play from 4 to 100 hands at any given time. Put the power in poker with added features, such as the Double or Nothing Bonus Round, and the 4,000-coin jackpot waiting to be won!

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Deuces and Joker

The traditional video poker model gets a shake-up in Deuces and Joker with two new cards added to the standard deck. Both the Joker and the Deuces cards are wild cards, which means they can boost your chances of getting a winning hand if either are dealt to you. And if you manage to get both in a single hand, a sizeable payout could be on its way. Deuces and Joker is an ideal option if you’re new to the world of video poker online.

Aces and Faces Power Poker

Aces and Faces Power Poker also lets you play from 4 to 100 hands at any one time. This fast-paced and thrilling game is suitable for players of all levels, and big wins of 4,000 coins await players lucky enough to secure a Royal Flush. For boosted payout potential, there’s also a ‘hand of Jacks’ feature that you should look out for.

Tens or Better Power Poker

As the name suggests, a winning hand in this game needs to be made up of Tens or better. Excellent odds are paid out on this hand, and the big wins continue if you’re fortunate enough to get a Royal Flush – a 4,000-coin jackpot to be precise. This game is played with a standard deck and there are no wild cards. Tens or Better Power Poker is well-suited to both the cautious and thrill-seeking players among you.

Poker Pursuit

If you’re looking for an entertaining mix of video and casino poker, Poker Pursuit is for you. In this game, you place your bet and are then dealt three cards. After which you can decide whether or not to increase your bet based on the cards you’ve received. In some ways, Poker Pursuit more closely resembles a slot machine as opposed to a classic game of poker. This is because the outcome is reliant on the game’s software. Although this might put off more experienced players, casual players will likely find it an attractive feature.

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All Aces Poker

As with many of Microgaming’s video poker online games, All Aces Poker is a twist on the classic poker format. The aim of All Aces Poker is, you won’t be surprised to hear, to attain a hand of four aces, and if you achieve that, a substantial payout could be yours. This hand of four aces is only beaten by a Royal Flush.  

Double Bonus Poker

If you’re new to video poker, or prefer to just play on a casual basis, then give Double Bonus Poker a try. This easy-to-grasp game is played with a standard 52-card deck, with no wild cards, and offers players the chance to win a payout of up to 4,000 coins. Any win provides players with the opportunity to enter the bonus round, and if they achieve a further win there it will be doubled.

Video Poker Goes Mobile

All the video poker games available at PlayFrank Online Casino South Africa are available to play on mobile devices, meaning you can take your online gaming experience with you, no matter where you go.

Player’s in South Africa don’t need to download an app or software to play the many games offered at PlayFrank, though. All you need is an internet connection as well as a smartphone, tablet or other mobile device and you can start enjoying our fantastic video poker titles.

Register Now for Video Poker Online

Now that you’re up to speed on video poker and some of its variants, it’s time to try them out for yourself. Ay PlayFrank Online Casino South Africa you can even practise these games in free play demo mode first before taking the plunge and playing with real money. Sign up at our online casino today and start your video poker online adventure!

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