Video Poker FAQs – Asked and Answered

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Q: Can I play video poker with free cash sourced from Springbok Casino no deposit bonus codes?

A: No, you can’t redeem Springbok Casino no deposit bonus codes and use the funds to bankroll your video poker bets.  That is in line with the bonus terms and conditions.  Only certain categories of games count towards the wagering requirement.  Video poker is not amongst the qualifying genres.

Q: Is video poker similar to video slots?

A: No, the only similarity between the games is the machine-like gaming interface typical of older 3 reel slots.  Video slots are games of fortune based on matching symbols on the reels.  Video poker is a game that requires a bit of skill – loosely based on the basics of five card draw poker.

Q: What is the best video poker game to play online?

A: The full pay version of Aces and Eights is the best video poker variant in terms of average payback percentage.  That said, this version of the game is hard to find – online and at real world gaming establishments.

A top performer at Springbok Online Casino in this game genre is Bonus Deuces Wild.  It has an average return to player (RTP) of 99.06%.  That is about as good as it gets… especially considering the fact that using Springbok Casino no deposit bonus codes to fund the action is not permitted.

Q: Why do video poker strategies differ?

A: Video poker is available in a wide range of variations.  All are based on draw poker and have their origins in Jacks or Better.  As each variation is slightly different, it has a dedicated strategy that takes the bonus payouts, wild cards and/or extra ways to win into account.

Q: How many different versions of video poker are there?

A: You can play 14 different versions of video poker at Springbok Online Casino.  The instant play and mobile gaming platforms only support the single hand format.  Multi-hand play – in three, 10 and 52 hand configurations – is available at our download casino.

Q: What is Bonus Poker?

A: Bonus poker is a standalone variation of video poker.  It offers bonus payouts for four of a kind in several different configurations.  Bonus poker is also a generic term used for all the video poker variations with one or more bonuses in play.

Real Time Gaming (RTG) developed online casino games like Bonus Deuces Wild, Bonus Poker Deluxe, Double Bonus Poker and Double Double Bonus Poker fall into this category.  The bonus pokers are the equivalent of our Springbok Casino no deposit bonus codes.  They give you the opportunity to optimise your overall win rate.

Q: Can I play video poker for free?

A: Yes, you can play all the variations of video poker in the free play mode.  In fact, all the games at Springbok Casino are available in the fun and real money modes.  What you do have to take into account is no real money changes hands in the free play mode.  Bets and payouts are facilitated in casino credits, not rands and cents.

A better option would be to bankroll your gaming sessions with free cash derived from our Springbok Casino no deposit bonus codes.  That way, any winnings are paid out in genuine currency.  The only drawback is your games of choice are limited to slots, scratch cards, keno and three types of poker, none of which are video poker.

Q: What is the difference between video poker and poker?

A: Video poker is a simplified version of draw poker.  Unlike poker – where you play against other players – you play against the machine.  As a result, there is no opportunity to bluff, betting is limited to an initial wager, and you only have one chance to improve your hand.

In games like Texas Holdem poker and Omaha, there are several betting rounds where you can call, raise, check and fold.  Traditional table poker is more complex than video poker in terms of strategy.  In addition to the cards you are dealt, community cards dealt to the table can be used to construct a winning poker hand.

Q: What is the gamble feature in video poker?

A: The gamble feature is an optional feature in all video poker games.  It is automatically activated after each winning hand.  It gives you the opportunity to double the payout… or lose the lot.  Your task is to select one of four face down cards.  If it has a higher value than the displayed card, you get double the money.  If not, you lose the prize.

Q: Which video poker variant is most suitable for beginners?

A: Jacks or Better video poker is the best option for new players.  It is easy to master, as there are no bonuses or wild cards in-play.  It’s like opting for the best low-risk investments as a beginner, versus risking it with the most volatile stocks.

Your task is to create a paying poker hand according to the traditional poker hands rankings.  Payouts start at a pair of jacks or better.  Once you are more familiar with the bets and gameplay, you can level up to the more complex video poker variants.

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