Promising Poker-Types That You Need To Check Out Now

When we talk about poker, most people think of the Texas Hold Em variant. However, there are a lot of other variants of poker which are equally as fun to play and enjoy with friends and family, barring the drinks and swearing). In this article we are about to discuss the different types of poker, including the Texas Hold Em type along with a basic introduction to the rules and methods of playing. 

Five Best Types of Poker

There are a number of poker types, which have various complexities, styles and lengths. From the classic games, to the contemporary variations, these are the five types of poker games that you should definitely try your hand at:

Texas Hold Em

This type of poker is perfect for someone who is trying to get into playing poker for the first time, or someone who is not yet a seasoned poker player. There are four stages namely-

1. Pre Flop: Every player gets two ‘hole’ cards dealt, whose faces are kept down.
2. Flop: Players receive three ‘community’ cards, whose faces are turned up.
3. Turn: Players get the fourth community card.
4. River: Players get a fifth community card. 

The bets are usually placed post every step. The aim here is to have the perfect five-card hand among the seven cards. 

Omaha

Omaha is similar to the Texas Hold Em, but with a twist. In this game, players are dealt four ‘hole’ cards rather than two of them. However, they can use only two of them with their community cards. In a game of Omaha, everybody plays till the very end. Omaha deals with five ‘community’ cards alongside a flop, river and turn and the betting procedure is pretty much like Texas Hold 'Em. 

Seven Card Stud

According to Finnish sources, this game was the go-to for casino players before Texas Hold ‘Em took off. It frankly involved more skill because there are eight players and it didn’t have any community cards. Alternatively, the game began with two face-down cards and one face-up card. The players are already dealt with seven cards and they need to make the best five-card hand. 

Five Card Draw

There is frankly very little strategizing in this game since it heavily depends on the cards you are given. The game begins with five cards that are dealt with and people place bets, and go ahead to the next betting cycle. Bluffing is an integral part of this game and it is important to read your opponents while playing a game of Five Card Draw. 

High-Low Chicago

High-Low Chicago is like Seven Card Stud, but with a twist again. In this game, there can be two winners who divide the pot amongst themselves. The player in possession of the lowest or highest hole-spade faced down wins, the second winner gets the best hand after that. Every player begins with a single face-up card and then calls for bets. 

Summing Up

We hope you enjoyed learning about these poker types. We also hope that you will try at least one of the variants the next time you play poker with anyone. However, it is crucial to be responsible, and play only as long as you have fun.