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Short Deck Poker: Where to Play and What to Expect in 2019
Short Deck poker, a variant of Texas Hold'em with a reduced deck, saw a surge in popularity in 2019. Major online poker rooms began offering this exciting format, attracting players with its unique rules and faster pace.
PokerStars was one of the main promoters of Short Deck poker. The room introduced cash games, tournaments, and spins, making it one of the most accessible places to play Short Deck. PokerStars offers a wide range of limits, from NL2 to NL20,000, with active play up to NL500. The room also has specific rules, such as no rakeback and the inability to choose opponents.
Partypoker also provides Short Deck poker, with limits ranging from NL2 to NL5,000. One of the standout features of Partypoker is the high rakeback, which can go up to 65% on high limits. Additionally, players can cash out during a hand, reducing the variance. However, the game selection is more limited compared to PokerStars.
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