Hey, poker playas!
We wanted to write so many things this week. but let us admit. poker events may take a little while before it comes back.
The world has changed so much because of the pandemic. and the poker world has changed in Manila.
It is far from going back to the way it used to before.
Status on poker rooms.
The 3 big poker rooms are open in Manila. but players are not as eager to jump to the tables. However, if you want to know what to expect here a quick link.
Metrocard Club – Click here.
Resort World Poker room at Resort World – Click here.
Pokerstars Live at Okada Manila – Click here
Are the playing running to poker rooms. the answer is no. there are many factors why players are not.
- Underground rooms that are not restrictive.
- No tournaments.
- The Delta variant.
- Other competition like online cockfighting.
- No local unions or clubs.
Should you still play poker?
Yes, but not because we are a poker media. but when you played poker was it not love for the game? was it not because you found it exciting?
But the world has changed.
For so long, poker organizers relied upon tournaments to bring players to the poker rooms. Now there are no tournaments. what you have is only are cash game. And cash games are not poker tournaments. it is way different.
Online tournaments nowadays are a bit brutal. High guarantee low buy-ins. but to cover the guarantee. the game has become fast-paced to induce re-buys.
but if you still love the game. then to win this game you should adapt.
Adapting to the new world.
Grinding the cash game table.
Cash games tables are the only way to go if you want to play poker live in Manila. Most people do not want to play six-handed. the truth is there is a poker room that allows 8 payers with barriers.
Is it worth it?
The table dynamics are actually quite good as there is a well-balanced game of pros and recreational players. Bad beat jackpots are also available.
It is best to jump on a table to see for yourself.
You don’t like online bingo tournaments.
Most players don’t. Why not build your own club. with so many poker apps. out there and you can build your club.
There is a market that is growing for those games. it is a great time to build one.
New leaders will be born as the world continues to move forward.
Chronicling the adventures.
As we believed there are opportunities out there. we are currently coordinating with players and club owners or future club owners to rebuild the industry.
As we chronicle their adventures. we hope it can serve as a guide for players who want to be poker grinder.
It is time to expand and we are looking forward to the new normal.
We hope to see you soon players!
