Introduction to Poker
Master the fundamentals of poker and start your journey to becoming a skilled player
History and Evolution of Poker
Poker's rich history spans over 1,000 years, evolving from various card games across different cultures. The modern game we know today began taking shape in the early 19th century along the Mississippi River.
Early 1800s
First documented poker games in New Orleans
1970
First World Series of Poker
Late 1990s
Online poker revolution begins
2003
Moneymaker Effect sparks poker boom
Popular Variations
Texas Hold'em
The most popular variant worldwide. Players use two hole cards and five community cards to make their best hand.
Omaha
Similar to Hold'em but players receive four hole cards and must use exactly two of them with three community cards.
Seven-Card Stud
A classic variant where players receive seven cards throughout the hand, three face down and four face up.
Online vs. Live Poker
Online Poker
- Faster pace of play
- Multi-table options
- Lower stakes available
- Play from anywhere
- Advanced tracking tools
- No physical tells
Live Poker
- Physical presence and interaction
- Reading physical tells
- More social experience
- Slower pace of play
- Higher minimum stakes
- Traditional casino atmosphere