Instant poker winnings of up to $1,000,000 announced on PokerStars, along with other poker room updates
In the ever-evolving landscape of online poker, several notable developments have recently taken place. Here's a roundup of some of the key changes and new additions across popular platforms.
New Games and Variants
Full Tilt has introduced a fresh game called The Deal, where players can win instant prizes such as a chance at the jackpot, cash, tournament tickets, and more. The game involves being dealt seven cards, discarding two, and revealing a five-card combination for prizes based on its strength. To try out The Deal and be eligible for prizes, including the jackpot, sign up on Full Tilt.
Meanwhile, PokerDom, a well-known platform in the poker community, has introduced a new poker variant called Texas 6. This variant has been praised by poker heavyweights like Phil Ivey and Tom Dwan and is now being played by many Asian businessmen.
Bonuses and Free Play
LotosPoker, another popular platform, offers $100 for free play (no deposit required) to new players, credited in parts. To access LotosPoker, you can use Facebook, Twitter, email, or simply share the link. LotosPoker also hosts the LotosPoker Cup, with Freerolls on Monday to Saturday at 00:00 ALMT ($50 guaranteed prize pool) and Sundays at 00:00 ALMT ($250 guaranteed prize pool). The bonus details for LotosPoker can be found in the bonus thread on the forum.
Improvements and Updates
PKR, another online poker room, has released a software update featuring improvements such as a mouse wheel bet adjustment and a hand strength indicator. To try out the updated PKR client, sign up on PKR.
Time-Bound Offers
Full Tilt has set October 31, 2015, as the final date for affected Black Friday players to submit claims for compensation.
Jackpot Progression
Each time someone plays The Deal on Full Tilt, the progressive jackpot increases. If a Royal Flush is hit, the winner gets a chance to win 50% of the jackpot instantly, and those who played within the last 12 hours also receive a share.
Tournament Changes
PokerStars has increased the prize pool multiplier in Spin & Go tournaments, allowing players to win up to 10,000 times their buy-in. The new prize pool multiplier for Spin & Go is as high as 100x the buy-in, meaning players have the chance to win up to 100 times their buy-in amount. Spin & Go and Spin & Go Flash games are now merged into a single format with game speed dynamic based on the multiplier. Higher multipliers correspond to slower game speeds and larger stack sizes to suit the increased stakes.
APoker.kz hosts Freerolls every Friday and Saturday at 21:00 ALMT with a prize pool of $50 each.
In conclusion, the world of online poker continues to evolve, with new games, bonuses, and updates being introduced regularly. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer, there's always something exciting to look forward to in the world of online poker.
