Why Play Video Poker?
Some people consider video poker the thinking person's slot machine game. And indeed, it does have similarities to slot machines, but since it's not a game that consists of spinning reels, it's not really a slot game.
You might also think of video poker as being a poker game played versus a machine, and the game certainly was inspired by traditional poker. But the differences between video poker and traditional table poker are as significant as the differences between video poker and slots.
How Video Poker is Like Slots
Video poker has a LOT in common with slots machines:
- Video poker and slot machines are generally manufactured by the same companies. (Mostly IGT.)
- Both video poker and slots offer progressive jackpot versions to play.
- The machinery for both games is similar, especially in terms of shape and size.
