Texas Holdem Game Set

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Shake things up with the edge-of-your-seat fun of good ol’ Texas holdem. It accommodates all the way up to 10 players and makes an enjoyable card game for both kids and adults. STORAGE MADE EASY: Every hold em set comes in a cool tin box. Texas Hold'em The type played throughout the Poker World Series, Hold'em Poker sees players dealt 2 hole cards each. While 5 community cards are placed face up on the table.

Aside from poker acumen, what do you need to host a successful Hold 'em tournament? First, know the law. Most U.S. states allow home tournaments as long as you don't profit off the gig. Check out local laws beforehand -- after all, a police raid ruins a good time.

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Next, you need equipment; you don't have to spend a lot but if you'll be hosting tournaments on a regular basis, you may want to buy authentic supplies. Here's a checklist:

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Texas Holdem Game Setup

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  • Two decks of cards per table
  • Tables seating 8-10 players each
  • Poker chips and a dealer button (denotes who's dealing)
  • Poker timer to time rounds
  • Snacks!

Actor Kevin Costner said in 'Field of Dreams,' 'if you build it, [they] will come.' So, now you need players. Typically, no more than eight to 10 people per table, and if you're new at this, start small with one or two tables. Decide on the entry fee for players, maybe $20 so it's affordable but still can generate a good payout. Assign the order of seating by having each player pick a card from ace through 10.

As the host, you have an important role. You set the start/finish times, and a courteous host sticks to these. You also decide the rules, payouts and formats played -- and you discuss them prior to play. Finally, you are judge and jury over disputes, bartender, waitress and the Master or Mistress of Ceremonies, responsible for a fun evening. Follow these tips and unlike Kenny Rogers, you'll have happy gamblers.

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So you want to play poker? Great! We hope you know that there’s more than one way to play poker. In this article, we will specifically focus on how to set up one of the many famous poker games, Texas Holdem. Before you actually get started, you need to make sure that you have a comfortable setting that allows all players to easily immersed in the game. If you decide to play live dealers Texas Hold’em, you won’t have to make much effort for the setup as the game will be set up virtually for you. Here we are going to look at the Texas Hold’em set up at home. So let’s get into it.

What exactly is Texas Hold’em?

Before we get started with the actual setup, here’s what you need to know about Texas Holdem. During the game, two cards, also called the hole cards, are dealt with face down. Players see cannot look at the hole cards. Five community cards are with face up in 3 different stages. each player has to seek the best five card poker hand from the combination of seven cards and the two hole cards. The game is fairly simple but for those who are playing it for the first time need to understand the rules and maybe even have a practice match before starting betting.

Texas Hold'em Game Set

Choose your players

Although the game is simple, it still requires effort on the player’s part. Therefore, you need to choose the players who can be a good sport while displaying a certain amount of professionalism that makes the game a thrilling experience. If you want to play some serious poker, your players should be able to bet money and have the patience to lose money.

Remember that poker is one of those games that take time and patience, so make sure that you choose players who have an equal skill level so you can stand a chance. If you are still a fish, try not to invite sharks to the table. Usually, 10 players are best to get started with.

Setup the game

Once you have confirmed your payers, it’s time to get the essential stuff for the game. You will need cards, a leveled playing surface, poker chips, and a timer. Additionally, you will need chairs and a comfortable space to play in. Depending on your skill level, choose the cards. For example, if you are a beginner, pick a beginner deck and vice versa. Similarly, pick poker chips; beginner poker chips if you and your players are beginners and Pro poker chips if you have already established yourselves as professionals.

The timer is absolutely essential in order to track the blinds during the game. If you own a good smartphone, chances are you already have a timer on your phone. In that case, you can skip an additional timer.

Final thoughts

Texas Holdem is one of the most prominent online casino games that are also fun to play at home without the use of technology. If you can keep things simple and invite a group of people who can be a good sport about gambling then you can create a pretty exciting gambling environment right in your living room.

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