Play poker Texas Hold’em style!

Texas Hold’em reigns as the most famous genre of poker, played by millions across the globe and a favorite amongst HollywoodPoker’s players. Hollywood Poker offers you a large range of Texas Hold’em tournaments that will keep you coming back for more!

If your new at this, here’s a little run through of the game before you hit the tables:

The Start - two “Blind” bets are put up or “Posted.” The player immediately to the left of the dealer posts the small blind which half the minimum and the player to the left of the small blind posts the big blind. The rest of the players do not provide any money to start the hand just yet because the dealer travels around the table having each player eventually act as the big blind, small blind and dealer.

The Opening - each player is dealt two cards face down with the player on the small blind receiving the first card and the player with the dealer button getting the last card. The first betting round begins with the player to the left of the big blind to “Call” the blind bet or add to the bet and “raise” the big blind; alternatively the player can also fold his hand seeing that his chances aren’t good. The last person to act is the big blind. If no one has raised, the dealer will ask if they would like the option. This means the big blind has the option to raise or just “check.” By checking the player does not put in any more money.

The Flop - after the first betting round is completed, three cards are dealt and turned face up in the middle of the table. This is known as the “Flop.” These are community cards used by all the players. Another betting round begins with the first player to the left of the dealer button.
The Turn - when the betting round after the flop is completed, the dealer turns a fourth card face up in the middle of the table. This is called the “Turn” and begins again with the first player to the left of the dealer.

The River - following the betting round for the turn, the dealer will turn a fifth and final card face up. This is called the “River,” and the final betting round begins.

The Showdown - to determine the winner, the players may use any combination of their two pocket cards and the five cards on the “Board” to form the highest five-card hand.

Start practicing now and work your way to the WSOP, it’s not too late! Get more tips on how to play good ol’ Texas Hold’em at our Poker Help section and you’ll be making money in no time! Also, you could check out our featured Tournaments to get started on some practical training.