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PokerRoom.com is another online PokerRoom.com that's
been around for a while and has a good player following.
In addition to poker games they offer some casino
fare on the side; including blackjack, slots, let
it ride and video poker.
Because of some recent updates, there is actually
a number of play/download options available to
PokerRoom.com
patrons. They also offer 2 download versions,
a 'light' version and a 3D version with enhanced
graphics. Because the light versions are Java-based
and don't require a download; games are available
for Windows, Mac and even Linux platforms.
The 3D version 4 includes all the poker variations
except Chinese Poker, which is still only available
through the Java-based browser version.
Overall, PokerRoom.com
offers a solid poker experience with the latest
download software, and a good game of poker you
can pick up on with any computer through the light
browser-based versions. Highly recommended, but
we'd stick with the download software unless there's
a compelling reason otherwise. PokerRoom.com Review
PokerRoom.com is one of the more unique poker
offerings available on the web. It's combination
of no-download gaming, exciting graphics, and
game selection make PokerRoom.com worth a good,
hard look. No-download
playing:
PokerRoom.com has
a top-notch technical staff on board, and their
team has done an incredible job of designing a
no-download gaming experience that doesn't compromise
any of the playing features you'll find at other
online PokerRoom.coms. PokerRoom.com
does also offer a downloadable software version
if you'd prefer to play that way. Either way to
go, you'll find speedy, smooth games with sharp,
clever graphics and a host of great features.
Graphics:
Graphics are largely a matter of personal taste.
Some people like the full-on 3D experience, and
others prefer a simpler, cleaner playing environment.
If you're into the rich 3D environment, then you'll
love PokerRoom.com. PokerRoom.com has a wild and
varied assortment of characters at their tables.
You'll see a bald guy chomping on a fat cigar
and a woman who we believe would have trouble
seeing her cards over her chest in real life.
If, however, you prefer simpler graphics or have
a slower internet connection, PokerRoom.com
does offer a "lite" version of their
software as well.
Game
choice: Though by its name you would of course
expect PokerRoom.com to offer, well, poker, they
also have a range of other casino games, including
blackjack, baccarat, craps, and slots. We did
quickly play each of these games, and they are
well designed and executed. However, in our mind,
these other games do clutter and confuse things
a bit. We think a place called PokerRoom.com should
focus on offering poker, but we can understand
that they're looking to grow their revenue base
and offer a wider assortment of choices to their
customers. Not a big issue, just something to
call to your attention. In their defense, however,
PokerRoom.com does provide some poker game that
you won't find at other PokerRoom.coms. As an
example, you can find Chinese Poker tables at
PokerRoom.com. Chinese Poker, for those who haven't
played, is a game in which you build your two
best 5 card hands and one best 3 card hand from
a 13 card initial deal. If you like to play, you
can do it at PokerRoom.com.
On
the negative side, we think that PokerRoom.com's
website can be a bit confusing, as it confronts
you with a lot of options when you show up, partly
necessitated by the fact that they offer so many
games. We had to click around a lot to sort out
exactly what was what (for example, what's the
difference between "Poker 4" and Texas
Hold'em?)
Having
said that, you're certain to find that PokerRoom.com
is a strong contender for your poker business,
especially if you prefer no-download poker.
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Poker
Offered:
- Texas
Hold'em
- Omaha
- Omaha
Hi/Lo
- 7
Card Stud
- 7
Card Stud Hi/Lo
- Chinese
Poker
Casino
Games:
- Baccarat
- Blackjack
- Let
it Ride
- Slots
- Video
Poker
"Great
game variety along with super graphics on their
new software client." |
