Different Types Of Poker You Can Try (Texas Hold’em)

There are many types of poker; some will fade in and out as being the type of poker being played by everyone. While it will take some time to learn all these different types, it’s fun to do so! In fact, you may find that standard poker isn’t played as much in casinos as these other types.

Here we’ll talk about some variations of the game that you can begin to take on.

Texas Hold’em

Texas Hold’em is one of the most popular types of poker today. In fact, it is much more common to find than any other type of poker being played. Most consider this to be the best game of poker that you can play, for many reasons. You’ll soon see why when you set out to play the game.

Two to ten players can play the game, giving you more range during the game. One of the best parts of the game is that it is a fast paced form of poker. The rules are simplistic and the action is there, constantly. While we could dedicate an entire book to this one game, here’s a brief look at how the game is played.

The dealer should have some sort of marking of being the dealer. That’s because every player will have a turn at being the dealer. An ante is created. The player to the dealer’s left starts with a small blind which is the first blind bet. The second person will then place what is called a big blind, because it is bigger than the first player’s bet. The term “blind” is used because you don’t know what the cards are yet, so you are blindly placing your pet.

The dealer then deals two cards face done to each player. These are called Private Cards (not seen by anyone else.) At this point, the player that is to the left of the person that placed the big blind will start the first betting round in the game. Here, you can call, raise or fold.

Next, three more cards are drawn but are face up. They are placed in the center of the table so everyone can see them. These are called community cards. All players can “use” them in their hand. The second round of betting begins with the person that is to the left of the dealer. This round is called the “flop” round.

The fourth community card is then drawn and placed with the others. The third level of betting is done and this time is called the “turn.” In this round, the betting amounts that are placed are doubles of the others.

Finally, the firth community card is dealt. This round is called the “river” round. Like in a standard game of poker, the showdown starts where players show their hands to determine who has won the pot.

Texas Hold’em poker is fun because it goes quickly. While it may seem more complex, and it is, the same poker rules that you have learned apply. This time, though, most of your cards are in the community cards rather than in your hand.
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