The Best Video Poker Variations Online
Video Poker is the perfect fusion of the fast-paced action of slots and the strategy-friendly odds of blackjack. At Wild Casino, we offer the variants that serious players demand, available 24 hours a day with flexible stakes.
Video Poker Guide Contents
The Perfect Casino Hybrid: Strategy and Speed
Video Poker has established itself as a cornerstone of serious online gaming for good reason. It’s one of the few games where player skill directly impacts the house edge. If you enjoy the excitement and fast play of slots but prefer the strategy and player-friendly odds of blackjack, Video Poker is the perfect game for your bankroll.
The game premise is simple: you are dealt five cards and choose which ones to hold and which to discard (draw new cards). Your final five-card hand determines the payout based on the game's official pay table.
The Top Video Poker Variants at Wild Casino
Serious video poker enthusiasts consistently favor two formats above all others due to their highly favorable odds structure and engaging gameplay.
Jacks or Better
The original and still the most popular video poker game, often considered the 'single deck blackjack' equivalent in this category. It's the ideal starting point for new players.
Low Volatility & Consistent PayoutsDeuces Wild
The top choice of experts due to its exciting gameplay and highest theoretical payback percentage (RTP). All four '2s' are Wild cards, drastically increasing the chances of hitting a big hand.
High Payback Potential & High VariancePayback Percentage Insight: Deuces Wild
Deuces Wild is famous for offering a payback percentage that can exceed 100% with a perfect pay table and optimal strategy (a 'full pay' machine). This makes it the highest-value game in the entire casino for skilled players.
Why Video Poker is a Player Favorite
For those looking to maximize their winning potential over the long haul, Video Poker provides several distinct benefits:
Favorable Odds Structure
Unlike most slots, the odds (RTP) are clearly published in the pay table and are generally superior to many other casino games, especially when playing maximum coins.
Skill-Based Gameplay
You have control over the outcome. Your decision to hold or discard cards directly impacts the profitability of the session, rewarding those who invest time in learning strategy charts.
Chase the Jackpot: Royal Flush
Always bet the maximum number of coins (usually 5) on every hand. This unlocks the exponential bonus payout for the Royal Flush, which often pays 800-for-1 instead of the 250-for-1 offered for fewer coins. Missing this bonus is the costliest mistake in Video Poker.
Video Poker Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The main advantage is the favorable odds structure. When played with optimal strategy, certain variants like Deuces Wild offer some of the highest theoretical payback percentages (RTP) available in the entire casino.
Jacks or Better is the classic, low-volatility version where you need at least a pair of Jacks to win. Deuces Wild is a high-volatility variant where all four '2s' (Deuces) act as Wild cards, dramatically increasing the frequency of high-ranking hands.
Yes. Unlike slots, Video Poker is a game of skill. Learning the basic strategy for your specific game (e.g., Deuces Wild or Jacks or Better) is essential to maximize your payback percentage and minimize the house edge.
Yes, all Video Poker machines allow you to easily adjust your stake amount and the number of coins per hand, providing flexible betting options for both casual players and high-stakes grinders.