Hey, poker playas!
One more day and the lockdown in Manila and NCR begins again. From August 6-20, 2021. Only people with quarantine passes will be allowed to play outside.
So what are you supposed to do?
So you want to play poker or learn to play poker online? scared to ask the question on how and why?
Here are some pointers.
- Choosing the right site/club
As we have mentioned in the past, Poker sites and poker apps are different.
Poker sites are held responsible for the money. While poker clubs are just using the apps. it is the club that is liable for the money.
But the same format must be followed. Check the site or poker app out. In the end, the player is the one responsible for trusting the site out.
Watch out for red flags.
Over the years. We have worked together with poker houses and poker sites. Later on due to the pandemic we have with poker sites and apps. Being able to see them in action helps us see things to watch out for.
Here are some of them.
Check the history
Some time ago, A poker site promoted 3 big tournaments every other day to attract the market.
Low buy-in big guarantee.
However. the first event was a disaster. Only 1/6 paid to join the event. Due to such a disaster, They canceled the remaining tour with the excuse of technical difficulties.
We could actually tell more stories about how they conduct their business which is questionable the least.
The latest was the owner was pretending to be only a staff. and his staff is pretending to be the owner.
The poker industry is quite competitive especially online. If a site does not have a solid plan. better watch out.
2. Choosing the right blinds
Not all poker sites are the same. Even clubs are different. Whether it’s a tournament or a cash game. there will be a huge difference.
It is best to check the tournament.
Playing with the big boys.
If you are looking to play an online tournament. there are quite a lot of factors you should consider.
Yes, it is actually good to dream and pursue the thing that is your passion. It’s great to have a goal.
But know your limit and know when it is your time.
Sites like GGPoker and Pokerstars are where the big boys play. Although some players will think that poker is not that complicated. Here is the truth. not all of us are natural players like our idols.
Some of us must learn the hard way we are not that good. Only when we accept that can we get better.
So look for alternatives. there are!
Facts: WSOP started in 1969 until it was acquired by Caesar Entertainment in 2004. Although many Filipinos have been going to Las Vegas to compete in this big competition. It was only in 2018 did a Filipino won a bracelet. Mike Takayama. and it was not an easy road.
Yes, WSOP is available online this year. but there will be thousands of hopeful as well.
It is like a freeroll champion suddenly believing he can win a major tournament on his first try. Know your skill.
Alternatives
The U Series of Poker is now ongoing. It actually directly clashes with WSOP online.
The clash can infect USOP. However, since it was announced and they have guarantees. The odds of you winning the tournament is actually better.
We do encourage people to pursue their dreams. However, Like the song “Father and son” sometimes it is not yet the right time.
Build your bankroll. big tournaments will always be there. look at the odds.
Pokerista which launch 2 special satty will also launched a few more satty for this event.
They plan to have one next week. As more people already know that that special satty are almost a give-away.
Don’t miss your chance.
2. Test the site out.
Lately, we have been checking poker sites out. Although we would release some of our reports soon. We also are looking forward to other players testing it out. but one thing we have noticed is one site in particular actually has a good field.
KK Poker
This poker site might be worth looking into. Their numbers are not that big ranging from 80 players to 800 participants.
Depending on the tournament. Some of their tournaments are actually a steal.
For example, their 200k PHP GTD with a buy-in of 1,000 PHP got less than a hundred players.
We plan to check their tournament tomorrow and see how many players register and will give update.
Pokerista will launch a special ticket giveaway starting tomorrow.
All you have to do is download kk poker
Join club 112594 – Pokerista ph
For easier awarding of the ticket. you can join their FB group Pokerista.
Here is the link.
They plan to giveaway a lot of this tickets during the lockdown
Alternatives
The U Series of Poker is now ongoing. It actually directly clashes with WSOP online.
The clash can infect USOP. However, since it was announced and they have guarantees. The odds of you winning the tournament is actually better.
We do encourage people to pursue their dreams. However, Like the song “Father and son” sometimes it is not yet the right time.
Build your bankroll. big tournaments will always be there. look at the odds.
Stay safe poker playas!
