GGPoker’s Time Bank Cards are a simple and impactful feature designed to give players more flexibility at the table without compromising the pace of play. In online poker, decisions often need to be made quickly. But when you’re facing a complex decision, having extra time to think can make all the difference. That’s exactly what Time Bank Cards offer.
At the start of a session, players receive a limited number of Time Bank Cards. The exact number depends on the game type and stakes. When your shot clock is running out, you can activate a card to instantly add extra time to your clock. The extra time does not carry over to the next street or hand.
If you run out of free Time Bank Cards and still need more time during a hand, you can buy a Paid Time Bank Card. For the cost of one big blind, you can purchase an additional 30 seconds of time. Only one Paid Time Bank Card can be used per hand.
What makes this system especially fair is how the paid time is handled. The 1 big blind used to buy a Paid Time Bank Card is redistributed evenly among the other players at the table at the end of the hand. If the amount can’t be split equally, the players nearest to the dealer’s left receive the remainder.
Time Bank Cards enhance the game in three important ways:
- They give players more control. Instead of being rushed into a decision that could impact your stack, you get the breathing room to think clearly when it matters most.
- They keep the game moving. By limiting the number of free cards and capping paid usage to one per hand, GGPoker ensures that play remains fast and consistent. There’s no risk of players endlessly stalling.
- They balance fairness with flexibility. The redistribution of the Paid Time Bank Card cost ensures that everyone benefits when a player chooses to buy extra time. It’s a fair trade-off that rewards everyone.
For players, this means smooth, uninterrupted gameplay. This innovative system will allow players to make decisions without allowing time clock abuse, speeding up the game for everyone.