We’re guaranteeing 30 $12.5 Million Venom seats through our February 25th Beast satellite February 14, 2024 If you follow the world of online poker even a little, you’ve surely heard about our latest Venom tournament. With a $12.5 Million guaranteed prize pool, our April Venom will be our biggest tournament ever by 25%. With a record-setting 8-figure prize pool, you obviously don’t want to miss this extraordinary event. That’s why we’re
Understanding Equity Shifts in Short Deck Poker February 13, 2024 It’s easier to get premium hands in short deck poker, which can alter the course of the game In Short Deck Poker, also known as Six Plus Hold’em, understanding equity shifts is crucial due to the modified deck structure and altered hand rankings. With the removal of all cards below six, including deuces through fives,
Sunday Recap: Plenty of action at ACR on Super Bowl Sunday February 12, 2024 Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs weren’t the only big winners on Sunday. There was lots of great action at ACR Poker yesterday. In fact, all our signature tourneys exceeded their guarantees despite heavy competition from the biggest sports spectacle on the planet. If you were too busy catching the big game in Vegas,
How to review and analyze your own Texas Hold’em hand histories February 12, 2024 Keeping track of how you play will help you constantly improve at the felt Reviewing and analyzing your own Texas Hold’em hand histories is a fundamental aspect of improving your poker game. By dissecting past hands, players gain valuable insights into their decision-making processes, identify areas for improvement, and refine their strategies for future play.
Be part of poker history with the upcoming $12.5 Million Venom February 9, 2024 On the eve of Super Bowl weekend, it’s easy to get swept up in the hype, and at times, lose sight of the fact that it can sometimes be overrated. Not everything lives up to the massive expectations — but you know what does? Our signature Venom tournaments. And, in case you haven’t heard, we’re
Navigating early stage strategies in Pot-Limit Omaha February 9, 2024 Set the pace of the game and take control with some well-placed tips Early stage strategies in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments lay the foundation for success in the later stages of the game. During this phase, players have deeper stacks relative to the blinds and antes, providing opportunities to accumulate chips and build a strong
Tips and advice for players switching from Texas Hold’em cash games to tourneys February 8, 2024 The game may be the same, but the way you play it requires different strategic approaches Transitioning from Texas Hold’em cash games to tournaments requires a shift in strategy and mindset. While the fundamentals of the game remain the same, there are key differences to be aware of to excel in tournament play. Here are
Techniques Texas Hold’em online tournaments and making final table runs February 7, 2024 Use proven strategic measures to ensure you can make deep runs at the tables In Texas Hold’em online tournaments, reaching the final table is often the ultimate goal for players aiming to secure a significant payout and the prestige associated with making it to the top ranks. However, achieving this feat requires a combination of
Adjusting bet sizing in Six-Plus Hold’em February 6, 2024 Poker players need to know how to adjust their bet size in order to increase their profitability Six-Plus Hold’em (also known as Short Deck Poker) has gained popularity in recent years for its fast-paced action and exciting gameplay. One crucial aspect of mastering this variant is adjusting your bet sizing strategy to maximize profitability and
Sunday Recap: Lots of players heading to sunny Florida February 5, 2024 If you were looking for hot action at the tables, then this past weekend was made for you. We not only sent 20 players to Florida for Chris Moneymaker’s land-based tour, but all our big weekly tourneys easily beat their guarantee. Read our Sunday Recap for February 4th for full details. Moneymaker Tour Satellites ACR
How to manage short stack flop decisions in Texas Hold’em February 5, 2024 Being the short stack requires a tighter strategy and key decision-making skills In Texas Hold’em, managing short stack flop decisions effectively is crucial, especially when you or your opponent has a short stack of chips. Here are some tips to consider when facing a short stack on the flop: Assess the stack sizes of both
Strategies for navigating the bubble phase in Pot-Limit Omaha February 2, 2024 Surviving beyond the bubble in PLO means taking a strict approach to each hand Navigating the bubble phase in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments requires a combination of strategic insight and adaptability to the evolving dynamics of the game. The bubble phase, often occurring when a few players are left before the money positions, introduces a