According to Macworld those mac users who are also intrepid poker players can now be downloaded. The full version is only $19.95.
Hoyle Casino 2008 features an online version of Texas Hold 'Em, along with a variety of other games often found in casinos like Craps, horse racing, keno, Pai Gow Poker, roulette, slots, video poker and much more, along with Solitaire and Spades. All told, 600 variations of 16 popular casino games are included.
The holidays are just around the corner, and we know that its important that you get your shopping done early. For those of you with poker lovers in your life, we have scoured our past entries to pull together some of the coolest poker gifts for you to consider. So sit back, relax, stretch out that scroll wheel finger, and take a gander at these great poker gift ideas.
Poker is a fickle mistress. You can win or lose, and sometimes, no matter how skilled you are, you can end up with some poor luck, and that can cost you a boatload.
Well for those of you who have just been burned one too many times, we have the surest bet around. Poker on your PC (or video game console of choice).
Now, this game is no spring chicken, its naerly 2 years old. So don't think that the graphics will be flashy, or that the social references will be current. What this game is though, is some solid poker.
Gamespot still ranks it among the highest review given to a poker game, and this is in a category with A LOT of bombs.
Here's a little of what they thought:
The Good: Smart artificial intelligence that plays any of the available poker variations quite well; 14 poker variations; fairly realistic character models and reaction animations; upgrade points give some intriguing boosts to your game; online across all platforms.
The Bad: Bluffing minigame is an interesting but flawed concept; commentary and soundtrack aren't particularly listenable; character-customization feature is weaker than in last year's game; psp version is more expensive than the rest, despite not offering any differing content.
Isn't it a quaint thought to remember back to last year, when a game like World Championship Poker could provide a fairly unassuming but playable game of console poker, and could be good simply by virtue of the fact that there weren't 12 billion other poker games available on the market? Yeah, well, those days are over. Marginal poker games are the new World War II first-person shooters, and you can't walk past a bargain bin in a game store without tripping over the spillage of middling card games for various platforms. But even with all that said, that doesn't mean that a poker game can't still deliver the goods when done right--it's just not done very often. World Championship Poker 2: Featuring Howard Lederer does just that. Despite a changing of the guard for the franchise to developer Point of View, the game bearing the Professor of Poker's name manages to improve in a number of key areas over its predecessor, not the least of which is in the realm of artificial intelligence. It's still got some presentational hurdles that you'll need to overcome to truly appreciate it, but in a year in which poker games became the most groanworthy trend in the industry, World Championship Poker 2 stands out as a diamond in the rough--if only comparatively.
So there it is, go read the rest of the review , and pick up this game so that you can practice your strategies, hone your odds calculating skills, and do it all for one low price, instead of countless big losses.
Looks like we've got a winner here. For both PC and Mac - finally poker training on the cheap for $19.95.
From Amazon Reviewer: Poker Academy V2 is a must buy! I have been playing poker all my life, but only recently have I focused on Texas Hold Em. Each time I play, I increase my skills, but I don't play often enough against quality opponents. When I came across Poker Academy V2, I was skeptical about how much it would help me learn the game. Well, let me tell you, I am significantly better than I was before. Not only are the computer opponents better than any other poker game out there, but the program allows you to see every statistic possible about your cards, the pot odds, and how you bet overall. For example, I learned that I was very passive pre-flop but very aggressive post-flop.
I also learned what happens when I call to see a flop with the various different card combos and how many outcomes are possible. The programmers, who have set up an extremely complex algorithm to run the game, give you access to all the components that make up that code so you can get a better idea of all the odds and percentages of everything that happens in a round of poker. When you watch on TV and you see people call "time," they are calculating in their head the pot odds, which includes how much they have invested in the pot compared to the total number of cards that will help them win or lose. Poker Academy V2 does this as well, so you can begin to pick up patterns with certain hands, which translates into better and smarter betting on a real table.
World Championship Poker with Howard Lederer for PSP
The followup to the original, World Championship Poker for the PSP might be the perfect on the go pokier. World Championship Poker 2: Featuring Howard Lederer lets you ante up at the high stakes table, for the sequel to the best-selling World Championship Poker!
Test yourself by bluffing and trying to steal the pot from some of the world's toughest professional poker players, including Howard Lederer, Annie Duke and more!
We recently got to try out this poker game for the PC and have to say it's quite good. The large number of options for play, including online multiplayer poker makes it refreshing. The graphics are solid and it's got some pretty good AI for a poker game.
The first video game to bring next-generation gameplay and broadcast-quality production to Texas Hold 'em Poker. Learn everything from the fundamentals to advanced strategies from poker's premiere player and refine your game against the world's most advanced artificial-intelligence system before testing your skills in massive online tournaments.
Myelin Media takes its seat at the crowded table of 2005 poker simulations with Stacked. Running on an exclusive version of the Poki Artificial Intelligence system, the game's single-player modes are designed to adapt to the gamers' skills and style, and consistently present an engaging challenge. Online modes are also available, and co-producer MTV Networks supports Stacked communities with chat rooms, leader boards, and on-air promotion. Stacked is also endorsed by Texas Hold 'Em champ Daniel Negreanu, who lends his likeness and expertise to the project.
Stacked with Daniel Negreanu is an incredible new multi-table tournament system for realistic poker action! Compete in either casual non-sanctioned games or officially sanctioned "STACKED" Masters games, with seven Professional players. You can have a casual game with friends or go head-to-head with pro players, all from the comfort of their homes
Escape the real world. Build your own world! On hold or in line, make time fly building your own city with the world renowned SimCity. Or choose to get lost in everything from pinball to mah-jongg, poker to billiards, Richochet to Atum, chess to backgammon. Twelve highly popular, high quality games optimized for your Palm handheld. Just plug 'n PLAY! Model Compatibility Tungsten Series, Zire 71, m500 Series, m130, m125, i705
THQ Wireless Makes Poker Fans an Offering They Wouldn't Refuse with The Sopranos Poker
What does Tony Soprano and his gang like to do when they're not too busy breaking knees and such? Play poker. At least that's the premise of mobile entertainment provider THQ Wireless' latest game. Fans of HBO's hit show, The Sopranos, can now feel like they're rubbing elbows with the Sopranos without first having to check the TV Guide. THQ Wireless just released The Sopranos Poker for Cingular Wireless users.
The Sopranos Poker pits players against the likes of Tony Soprano, Paulie, and Silvio in a game of 5-card draw going down in the back room of the Bada Bing!, the strip joint featured on the show. Players who run low on cash can bet personal effects like watches and chains. An added feature of the game lets players play like a real gangster, with the option of taking a peek at their opponents' hand. Cheating, however, is at a player's own risk, and anyone who gets caught will have to answer to the Soprano crew.
To spice things up, players can hang out in the Bada Bing! dressing room and take the dancers up on a little strip Texas Hold 'em. And you don't play your cards right, you may just lose your shirt. If you do, it's the dancers who will lose theirs.
From the reviews I've read this $10 buck video game for MAC and PC is a steal.
MultiPlay Video Poker Play the famous "MultiPlay" video poker games exactly as they are found in casinos throughout the world. Includes the best machines in Triple, Five, Ten, Fifty and Spin Poker variety. All machines include complete strategies that train you to win more often. Record and review your mistakes and use the strategy practice to become a better player. Also includes full tutorial programs for Slots, Blackjack, and Spanish 21. Play up to 6 player positions at a time. Customize all house rules with complete strategies for each variation. Learn to count cards the easy way. Full motion videos for each game offer valuable strategy tips.
We've been trying to find a poker solution for several of our friends who still have Gameboy Advance and haven't moved onto the Nintendo DS (which we prefer). Looks like the World Poker Tour folks have put out a Gameboy Advance title and this should solve getting some of my latent Gameboy Advance friends into some poker.
World Tour Poker includes an amazing professional poker player lineup and world-class poker venues and is based on the highly popular television series of the same name. This combination of world-class venues coupled with real pros, brings players authenticity and reality on found in the World Poker tour. These real-world locations are completely accurate, right down to the carpeting, lighting, room décor and floor layout.
Stacked with Daniel Negreanu is an incredible new multi-table tournament system for realistic poker action! Compete in either casual non-sanctioned games or officially sanctioned "STACKED" Masters games, with seven Professional players. You can have a casual game with friends or go head-to-head with pro players, all from the comfort of their homes.
It seems to be a little late but it seems that Konami has created a casino sim to keep us all busy and they're also calling Hold 'em Poker - All-In Poker - go figure.
All-In Poker for the Xbox heads to retail in March; casino sim features five poker variants, online tournaments.
Whether you are a card shark or a game developer, the poker game is apparently where the money is at. The explosion in popularity of the gambling game has led the way for a flurry of poker games on consoles and handhelds. The latest publisher to throw its hat onto the poker table is Konami, which today announced that All-In Poker for the Xbox will begin taking bets this March.
All-In Poker will feature five poker games, including the wildly popular Texas Hold 'Em, Omaha, and Seven Card Stud. Solo players will learn when to hold 'em and when to fold 'em with "extensive tutorials," and gamble in practice, collection, and bounty modes. Those who like to take virtual money from real opponents can jump onto Xbox Live and take part in online tournaments in an attempt to see their profile on the top of the online ranking list.
We can say now officially after playing this for the past 3 weeks - it's very good. The game really tries to give you the feeling of making the final table along with the players you'll meet (all the famous ones) acting and playing like they would. Great stuff.
As the officially licensed video game of the World Series of Poker, this game allows players the same intensity and excitement of going all-in at the WSOP final table and taking home the championship. Square off in a setting that realistically mimics Harrah's Rio Casino with ESPN presentation-style commentators calling the action. You'll start by creating your very own poker face, then you'll need to bluff and read tells to come out on top.
Get the best of both worlds in these cleverly designed thick vinyl playboy coasters that look like large poker chips! A fun way to protect your table during poker night, parties, and also a great gift idea. Officially licensed product.
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The followup to the original, World Championship Poker for the PSP might be the perfect on the go pokier. World Championship Poker 2: Featuring Howard Lederer lets you ante up at the high stakes table, for the sequel to the best-selling World Championship Poker!
Escape the real world. Build your own world! On hold or in line, make time fly building your own city with the world renowned SimCity. Or choose to get lost in everything from pinball to mah-jongg, poker to billiards, Richochet to Atum, chess to backgammon. Twelve highly popular, high quality games optimized for your Palm handheld. Just plug 'n PLAY! Model Compatibility Tungsten Series, Zire 71, m500 Series, m130, m125, i705
What does Tony Soprano and his gang like to do when they're not too busy breaking knees and such? Play poker. At least that's the premise of mobile entertainment provider THQ Wireless' latest game. Fans of HBO's hit show, The Sopranos, can now feel like they're rubbing elbows with the Sopranos without first having to check the TV Guide. THQ Wireless just released The Sopranos Poker for Cingular Wireless users.
From the reviews I've read this $10 buck video game for MAC and PC is a steal.
We've been trying to find a poker solution for several of our friends who still have Gameboy Advance and haven't moved onto the Nintendo DS (which we prefer). Looks like the World Poker Tour folks have put out a Gameboy Advance title and this should solve getting some of my latent Gameboy Advance friends into some poker.
We can say now officially after playing this for the past 3 weeks - it's very good. The game really tries to give you the feeling of making the final table along with the players you'll meet (all the famous ones) acting and playing like they would. Great stuff.
Get the best of both worlds in these cleverly designed thick vinyl playboy coasters that look like large poker chips! A fun way to protect your table during poker night, parties, and also a great gift idea. Officially licensed product.
