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Video poker is a mixture between the concept of the “slot machine” and poker. In a poker game, the player's goal is to get the best, or most valuable, hand at the table against the various opponents present. In a video poker game, the player must get a hand with combinations that earn him a prize, according to the table defined by the house (and which may vary depending on the machine or casino).

The history of the game is much older than you would expect. The word "video" refers us to television or computer screens, but the truth is that it was at the end of the nineteenth century that the first automatic poker machines began to appear. As there were already machines that presented random results to the player, entreprennzds quickly thought of applying the concept of poker, a game of great popularity, to a machine similar to a “slot machine”.

Not surprisingly, the creators of the first “ slots ” they were directly involved in the development of these machines. Namely Charles Fey, the inventor of the moderna slot machine, who was also the first to create a poker machine with the option “Hold” (keep) and the option to exchange cards – in everything similar to the current ones.

From the 1960s and 1970s, with the advancement of technology, the first proper “video” machines began to appear, electronic and no longer mechanical.

Can I play online video poker over the internet?

Yes, as you can play blackjack online or any other casino game. With the advent of the internet in the 90s, the first online casino platforms transposed to the computer the classic games that could be found in physical casinos. In the case of” videopoker“, as it is sometimes also known, much of the work was already” done", since electronic machines had already taken the place of the old mechanical machines.

In addition, players who want to play at the free casino and learn without risk before playing for real money are always easy to get bonuses and promotions, offered by online casinos.

What are the differences between online poker and online video poker?

Poker and video poker are much more different than the names imply. As we have seen, while the latter is based on an electronic system, the former is played against other players. In addition, the game combinations of poker are much more subtle and complex, to the point that it is considered a sport and not a game of chance. In the "video" version, it is enough to have a basic knowledge of the main poker combinations and the purpose of the game; it is a simple casino game, but at the same time allows the player to have greater control over the final result than in slot machines.

On the internet, as in physical casinos, there is thus no confusion between these two games.

Know the rules of video poker and the strategy to win

Knowing how to play video poker is very simple. The object of the game, played with a deck of 52 cards, is to get a 5-card hand better than the House. By drawing a hand of 5 cards (which the machine or software randomly assigns to you), if you are not satisfied or in order to try to improve your chances, you can throw away some, exchanging them for others. You will then have discovered your final hand, which will then determine what prize you can receive.

These are some of the best known poker hands:

• Two pairs: two cards of the same rank, another two cards of the same rank, and an unrelated card.
• Trio: three cards of the same rank, plus two unrelated cards
• Straight: five cards in a row.
• Flush: five cards of the same suit.
• Full house: a trio and a pair, i.e. three cards of the same rank plus two other cards of the same rank.
• Straight flush: sequence of five cards of the same suit.
• Four of a kind (poker): four cards of the same rank.
• Royal straight flush: sequence of the five highest cards of the same suit.

Naturally, the lower the odds of landing a particular hand, the higher The Associated prize. Remember that different types of games may Award different hands.

Strategies and tips

Choose your favorite variant before you start playing. Also find out about the odds and rules set by the house, as you may want to follow the rules and hands of Texas Hold'em, Caribbean Poker, etc. Also be on the lookout for games that offer progressive jackpots, which can be quite palatable.

Do not trade good cards to try to get better cards, as you will be trading the right for the uncertain.

Exchange starting cards that do not lead to a strong combination.

Remember: always play responsibly and don't go over your pre-set budget.

What are the main variants of video poker?

Your online casino platform may follow one of the most well-known variants, with different prize combinations. See some:

• Joker Wild
• Deuces wild
• Jacks or Better
• Joker Poker
• Aces and Faces
• All American
• You have or Better

For example, in Joker Wild you play with a deck of 53 cards, because you add a joker to the normal deck. However, since winning combinations are favored, it is customary for at least one pair of Kings to be required to land a prize. In Deuces Wild, which translates to "wild deuces", all deuces or 2 become joker, so that they can replace any card. In the Jacks or Better variant, which could be translated as " Jacks or better (than jacks)”, the player must land at least one pair of jacks to get a prize.

Prefer to play at a licensed New Zealand online casino

There are several advantages to playing online video poker numa casino duly licensed in New Zealand . The fact that the company is based in our country and subject to New Zealand laws helps to protect the player from any abuses that may be practiced by clandestine casinos, namely in terms of addiction of the software used and the respective “odds” that, in the limit, could be 100% in favor of the House, not distributing any type of prize. The GNA software and all supporting applications of the casinos are duly audited by the authorities, and the very fact that the casino has a license is already an indication of its intention to act transparently and in accordance with the most elementary ethical principles.

The licensing of casinos also facilitates the resolution of any conflict in terms of payments, namely in the very possibility of withdrawing prizes. A licensed casino should not raise problems at this level, unlike an illegal casino that will have every incentive to delay the delivery of prizes to the winners.

Finally, the fact that the games are in New Zealand and customer service is also provided in New Zealand helps the player feel more comfortable and makes it easier to clarify any questions. On our portal we will always highlight the casinos duly authorized and licensed to operate in New Zealand.