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Badugi, sometimes known as Badougi or Padooki, probably originated in China or Korea and was imported to the US by GIs returning from Vietnam. It's a fast-paced three draw game in which players attempt to construct what, in other types of poker, would be the worst hand on the table!

With cycles of Hold 'Em, Omaha, Razz, Stud and Eight or Better, hence the name, HORSE is definitely a game for players who might otherwise get bored easily. It's also popular because it reduces the advantage that players who are very familiar with one particular type of poker have over their opponents.

HORSE might seem complicated at first, but it's widely regarded as an effective measure of a poker player's skill. It's a great way for players to develop their skills and learn to think under pressure, but it's vital that you understand the rules and nuances of each game that's involved.

Only popular in the USA for a few years, OFCP is rapidly gaining popularity both in land-based card rooms and on the web. It's fast and frantic, and requires a minimum of just two players so it's easy to put together a game. Find out more about the history and how to play in this section.

In OFCP, silly mistakes like fouling can be the difference between winning and losing a hand. In our guide to the game, we talk more about the basics of scoring, how to put your hands together in such a way that you avoid fouls and also get into the intriguing Fantasyland concept.

Second in popularity only to Texas Hold 'Em, Omaha can be a big change if that's the only poker variant you're used to playing because hands MUST use a certain number of community and hole cards. Click here to learn about some of the other rules and to find out where to play.

The rules of Omaha almost seem as if they've been designed to catch out players who aren't used to them, particularly those who've made the jump to Omaha from Hold 'Em. In this section, we talk about good starting hands, the ins and outs of Pot Limit Omaha and other strategic tips.

A form of stud poker, Razz has a few strange rules that are almost as offbeat as the game's name! But, if you're familiar with Stud, you should be able to get to grips with Razz fairly quickly. The game may not be hugely popular, but it's a great change of pace if you're looking for a new type of poker to try.

Here we talk about how to play Razz, including strength of starting hands and the importance of position. It's possible to make good money playing Razz, because a lot of Hold 'Em players switch to the game but forget that straights and flushes don't count. More information inside!

Rush Poker isn't so much a poker variant as it is a twist on the usual poker format; as soon as you fold, you're taken to a new table. Its name may vary – the game is also known as Zoom Poker, Fast Forward Poker, Speed Poker, Snap Poker and Fast Fold Poker – but that basic premise remains the same.

Stud hasn't exactly stolen the poker crown from Texas Hold 'Em as many predicted that it might, but it's still very popular on the web. The game has its origins in the American Civil War and involves a mix of up-cards and down-cards. You'll need to get to grips with it if you're planning to play HORSE.

In this section we discuss the best Stud starting hands, plus other useful tips, as well as the best places to play Stud online. Because you can only see some of your opponents' cards you'll need to become adept at observation and deduction. Do that, and you stand a good chance of becoming a Stud champ.

Badugi is a fun and exciting game, but its rules can seem counterintuitive to players who are familiar with other types of poker. If you're new to the game, you'll find some tips and tricks here that will help you get to grips with this lowball game that places a lot of emphasis on suits.

Because HORSE involves a number of different games, you'll need to hone your skills playing several different types of poker before you start to get really good at it. Here we talk about our ten top tips that you need to know before you try HORSE for yourself. Good luck!

Most players enter the world of poker, online or off, through Texas Hold 'Em but Omaha is a common second step on that journey. We thought long and hard about the ten top tips we could provide our readers to give them the best chance of success when playing Omaha, and this is what we came up with.

Open Faced Chinese Poker is a tricky game to master and it's one that favors players who are capable of looking at their cards in a very organized and analytical way. These tips won't necessarily guarantee you success when playing OFCP, but they should stand you in good stead if you find somewhere to try it for yourself.

It isn't all that common online, but Razz is gradually gaining ground in virtual card rooms so it's worth having a good understanding in case you get the urge to try it. Chasing, what in any other game of poker, would be the worst hand is a unique thrill and these tips might just be the difference between a win and a loss.

Sit & Go tournaments are available at every online poker room, and offer a great way to boost your bankroll and get some practice before taking on larger tournaments. These tips can not only help you get further in Sit & Go tournaments, but also improve your odds of making more money down the line.

There are lots of subtleties to Stud poker that mean it's a game that favors those who put the time and effort into developing a deeper understanding of the game. These tips can't guarantee you a win every time you play, but they're certainly a good first step on the path to intimate knowledge of Stud's intricacies.

Texas Hold 'Em is one of the world's, and the web's, most popular poker variations. It's also a favourite with beginners so, if that's you, we encourage you to check out these tips to firm up your game before you hit the tables. If you're an old pro, there may still be a nugget of wisdom in here or at least a link to a new casino for you to try.