video poker
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video poker
Video poker display. In video poker, a player is dealt a five-card hand on a video screen and is allowed to ask for one or more new cards as in draw poker. The player may be awarded various winnings according to the value of the final hand.
Video poker is a casino gambling game that simulates draw poker. Players are dealt a five-card hand on a video screen and can choose to hold or discard cards to form the best possible hand. Winnings are awarded based on the final hand's value, according to a predetermined pay schedule. Unlike traditional poker, video poker removes the human element, eliminating bluffing and complex betting strategies. Despite this, video poker machines are popular in casinos and are also used in some state lotteries.1
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