Why is poker so popular?

Lipki3 · Jan 22, 2022

1) because absolutely anyone can learn to play poker.
2) because people themselves are gambling. There is a money - there are people.

Subel007 · Jan 22, 2022

Because of money,poker is simple card game and you can win some money

Maxmustdie · Jan 22, 2022

possibly excitement + illusion of big easy money

franken222 · Jan 22, 2022

Kozong has it right:

At it's core, the game is very simple, and above the core, most variations are pretty simple.
There is also the opportunity to win money.

It also gives us an opportunity to prove that we are smarter than everyone else who plays it, and that we can outwit them.

It's also fun.

I've been playing for years, and years, and years, and am still working at it.

fang215874 · Jan 22, 2022

Because the Illuminati decided so.

GNuTTz · Jan 22, 2022

The magic in poker

The thrill of playing poker is pretty incredible…. It is addictive for sure… poker conjures up many emotions throughout the game….it consists elements of excitement, anticipation, fear, intrigue, curiosity and ultimately the dopamine release when you win!! Feels good to win and win more often…. Give me more!!

SopianaeExtra · Jan 23, 2022

With Poker being so fun and addictive and all, it's a wonder it hasn't been prohibited yet. Oh, wait ...

marvinsytan · Jan 23, 2022

because of the competition, we love to win and we can win free money from nothing that's is why it's so popular

Clutchdenier · Jan 23, 2022

everyone can get lucky

GORA1979 · Jan 23, 2022

popularity of poker

first of all, poker is popular thanks to advertising, films, and attractive prize money!!

vnnby · Jan 23, 2022

Because of the opportunity to change your life in one moment.

infonazar · Jan 23, 2022

I think poker is one of the most popular online entertainments in modern history. In my opinion, the most pleasant thing about poker is victory, thanks to skills and experience, and this is what attracts players.

rdwr33 · Jan 23, 2022

I still don't consider poker that popular, but I think in the future, if we continue to invest in more regional promotions and tournaments, it could expand more quickly.

dregan · Jan 23, 2022

The whole reason is related to the fact that poker is tied to money and the excitement of winning money attracts many. It seems to them that it is quite easy to win money and thus they play in the hope of winning.

dirty_nerd · Jan 23, 2022

Why is poker so popular?

I was actually thinking about this very recently and I have come to the conclusion that Chris Moneymaker could be the single most influential variable when it comes to poker's popularity. I know that for me personally, his takedown of the WSOP main event was truly epic and influenced my interest in poker. When you talk about the "American Dream" as it's presented to the masses, the world had the chance to witness an underdog make it happen. His story is amazing and I can relate on a more personal level because I was a CPA in public accounting firm in my former life. It's a great profession to make a good living but the work can be cruel and brutal at times. To me, Chris is a living legend.

partz · Jan 23, 2022

Theres financial benefits, fun, competition, status, you name it - poker got many elements that make the game so much popular

Luisma231 · Jan 23, 2022

hello

If it's that addictive and passionate, it's adrenaline. It makes me feel that each game is a world championship!!!

ALLRUS79 · Jan 27, 2022

Poker is so popular because it's a social activity. Unlike many other games of chance, you play poker with other people... This fact makes poker a perfect game for friends and tournaments. That's precisely why many people often play poker at their homes with friends or family and why so many tournaments exist.
Poker tournaments are also have some of the biggest prize pools — largely thanks to their huge viewership, which gets them lots of high-profile sponsors. For example, the world series of poker’s prize pool is about $1.5 million.

Alex.

Luka22guro · Jan 27, 2022

kozong said:
it is popular because its a simple card game that we can still win money by being lucky at the right moment, even if we dont know how to play well enough

how people are gambling and like to try their luck and in poker it's half the battle

pavel1111111 · Jan 28, 2022

why not, it's such a beautiful and complex game at the same time ... it puts your brain to work

Joe · Jan 28, 2022

Poker's popularity is tied to the tradition of serving cubes of cheddar cheese and pineapple chunks on cocktail sticks at the halfway stage of play.

fernandofcp · Jan 28, 2022

I agree that poker is popular, but there is also a lot of prejudice against the game, especially from people who don't know the rules and how to play. There are uninformed people who think that playing poker is a misdemeanor.

slothi · Jan 28, 2022

For me it’s the combination of playing the best cardgame challenging with people all over the world with the chance to win extra money

steve01991 · Jan 28, 2022

I think the thrill of playing and winning is the draw. amassing chips feels good, and winning money helps too. But like no other game, there is the bluffing element that intrigues most.

danydidi · Jan 28, 2022

It's popular like any other game and less .football tennis ...are more popular, but mayse cause you like it you see it popular

Why is poker so popular?

Lipki3

Visionary

Subel007

Rock Star

Maxmustdie

Legend

franken222

Visionary

fang215874

Rock Star

GNuTTz

Visionary

SopianaeExtra

between my 2 ears

marvinsytan

I'm going to win The PokerStars Sunday Million

Clutchdenier

Rock Star

GORA1979

Enthusiast

vnnby

Legend

infonazar

Legend

rdwr33

Legend

dregan

Legend

dirty_nerd

Enthusiast

partz

Visionary

Luisma231

Enthusiast

ALLRUS79

Rock Star

Luka22guro

Rock Star

pavel1111111

Legend

Joe

99.98% Kiln dried

fernandofcp

Legend

slothi

Rock Star

steve01991

Legend

danydidi

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