Tag: beginner strategy
Have you ever watched the final table of a major poker tournament and wondered, “How in the world did they know to bluff right there?” It’s a marvel, isn’t it? But it’s not magic. It’s art, mixed with a fair share of science, and today, we’re going to delve into the heart of this complex […]
So, you want to delve into the high-stakes world of poker tournaments? Great! Whether you’re looking to dominate your next friendly Friday night game or seeking to topple the Titans at the World Series of Poker, understanding blind structures is essential to your strategy. But hey, who wants a stuffy, dry lecture? No worries, my […]
Have you ever found yourself sitting at a poker table, sipping on your lukewarm coffee, staring at a hand of cards that might as well be hieroglyphics, and thought, “Why on earth am I doing this?” Well, my friend, if you’re aiming for the thrill of competition, the rush of adrenaline, and perhaps even a […]
To start off, have you ever considered the similarities between a ballet dancer and a poker player? No? Well, let me indulge you. Both require precision, patience, and practice. Both push their limits to master their art, and both engage in a delicate balancing act. For the dancer, it’s all about poise and grace. For […]
It’s important to acknowledge that online poker stands as one of the most impartial games in the world. It continually captivates players, generation after generation, owing to its exceptional gameplay with a deck of cards. Any attempt to undermine the integrity of this game is universally frowned upon by poker enthusiasts. As many players are […]
Once you have played poker long enough, particularly at micro or low buy-in stakes, you will come across a player who, for whatever reason, wants to try and bluff at every other pot. We call this type of player a ‘maniac’ or ‘aggro fish.’ To be able to properly defend against this type of player […]
Before I begin this article, I want to emphasize that poker is a long-term game. While it is true that luck plays a role in the outcome, luck only affects the outcome in the short term. Furthermore, a player’s success, or failure, in the short term does not have any bearing on determining their skill […]
When you first start playing poker as a hobby, you do not give much thought to the money you are using for your starting cash. This doesn’t mean you do not want to win, just that most people see the money as being used for entertainment. As you become more serious about the game and […]
The Three Betting Structures There are several reasons why poker is one of the biggest games in the world. For one, it is a versatile game you can play in many different ways. You can play it with any number of players, with different rulesets and for different stakes. This makes it a great game […]
In this article we will cover the ins and outs, the pros and cons, and the ‘anything else you might need to know’ about staking players through the GGPoker client. But the first thing you may want to know is ‘what is staking’? Staking is a practice wherein two or more individuals enter into an […]
Poker is a popular game for many reasons. It is simple to learn, can be played by people of all skill levels and can be played at any stakes. An important point to remember about poker is that it is not a game of chance. Despite having an element of luck, it is not defined […]
In today’s installment of our Beginner Strategy series, we’ll be discussing some strategies for Spin & Gold, which is another fun online poker game variant offered by GGPoker. Spin & Gold is offered in both a 3-player and 6-player match and strategies should be modified based on the player count. In this guide, we will […]
