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Message: [QUOTE="ElTigre, post: 7274832, member: 392261"] I think poker is both gambling and strategy — but not in equal proportions. In the short term, it absolutely contains gambling elements. You can make the right decision and still lose. Variance is built into the game, and luck plays a role in individual hands, sessions, or even months. But in the long run, poker is clearly a strategy game. The better player consistently makes more +EV decisions, manages bankroll properly, controls emotions, studies ranges, understands position, and exploits opponents. That edge compounds over time. The key difference between poker and pure gambling games (like roulette or slots) is that in poker, you’re playing against other players — not the house. Skill directly affects outcomes. [/QUOTE]