Video Poker Payout table

Max bet only:

Royal Flush = 1000:1

Straight Flush = 50:1

Four of a Kind = 25:1

Full House = 9:1

Flush = 6:1

Straight = 4:1

Three of a Kind = 3:1

Two Pair = 2:1

Pair of Jacks or Better = 1:1

(1) Player places a bet, typically between 1 and 5 coins.

(2) Five cards are dealt.

(3) Choose up to five cards to discard then press deal.

(4) If you fail to make a hand in the pay out table, you will lose your bet and will be able to start a new hand.

(4b) If you make your hand you will have the option to double up or deal.  If you choose not to double up, you will be paid out, and you can start a new hand.  If you decide to double up you will have to select one of four cards to pick for your double up.

(5) If your double card is higher than the first card you will go back to (4b), if your card is less than the first card you will lose your bet.

Video Poker Strategy

Video Poker is a casino game that with a little strategy, can greatly decrease the house edge.  Players should double up often, because it is a zero house edge bet.  You should also know which cards to fold and hold, at any given hand.

A how to guide on playing Video Poker

Object of Video Poker

To make a hand that is on the payout table.  Typically a pair of Jacks or a pair of 10's.

Video Poker Quick Facts

Skill Level Needed: Moderate/high

Aces: high and low

Type of game: Playing cards

House Edge: 1%

What to look for: Look for casinos that let you double up indefinitely.
Mac Compatible Casinos with Video Poker: Rushmore Casino, Club USA Casino, Casino Tropez, English Harbour, Betfred Casino, Silver Dollar

A guide on video poker including how to play, the house edge and the online casinos that feature video poker.

Video Poker