The Top Variations of Poker

Some believe that poker is the all time most fascinating card game in the world. Poker is a five card game, which can be played in a variety of different methods. Even though the method may change the rules and hand rankings usually stays the same. The beginning of poker's history is something that is still heavily debated on. Some believing that it started with a German named Poshspiel, others believe that it originated from a Persian game of As Nas, while still others think it is a derivative of a French game, Poque. In the United States the earliest mention of poker was in 1836. So as you can see there is great debate of the origins of the much beloved game of poker.

The Top Variations of Poker with a brief description are:

1. Five Card Stud- Five cards dealt down to each player. After the initial betting round each player may exchange up to three cards with the dealer. Then the players bet again and have a showdown. High hand wins in this game 2. Texas Hold Em'- Is a variation of stud/ community poker. 3. Threes- Three betting rounds in this variation of online poker. Players allowed to draw up to three cards with each round and the high hand wins. 4. Omaha- Players are dealt four cards and must use two cards from their hand. Played in a high only form 5. Seven Card Stud- Players are dealt seven cards and the player with the lowest up card must begin betting. Can be played high only or high low split