PokerStars

 

 

The Score: 5 stars

Bonus Code: Stars50

 

Background:
PokerStars.com headlines as the poker room which gave us the 2003 and the 2004 World Series of Poker Champion. If you are not familiar with the story, Chris Moneymaker (his real name!) 2003 WSOP champ won his way to the WSOP via a $40 satellite at PokerStars. Greg “Fossilman” Raymer, 2004 WSOP champ won his way via a $160 satellite at PokerStars.

 

Services:
PokerStars is very great when it comes to service. They answer your emails very quick and cashout go through very fast. Their software is comparable to other sites when it comes to your safety during play and when giving personal information. Like most other sites, PokerStars offers you full table stats along with personal hand histories to help you maximize your money. You will always receive top of the line service at PokerStars.

 

Promotions:
Sign up via our PokerStars review page and use bonus code Stars50 to receive an extra 100% match on your first deposit up to $50. PokerStars has a Frequent Player Points (FPPs) system in place that rewards players for playing in real money ring games, multi-table tournaments, and single or double table tournaments with an entry fee. FPPs may be used as entries into real money satellites, or redeemed at the PokerStars store for a variety of poker products. They don’t usually have a new player sign up bonus, instead they regularly offer a deposit bonus for all players.

 

Game Play:
Players are able to upload pictures or images to represent them at the table. This is a fun and creative way for players to custom tailor their profiles, and express themselves at the tables. One key component to playing poker is knowing how your opponent may act in specific situations. To keep track of a player’s style when playing in the Bodog Poker Room you will be able to keep notes on all your opponents. Statistics are kept on all of your actions. This allows you to analyze your play in real time or after your poker session. You will find this feature at the table by clicking the ‘Stats’ link near the bottom left hand corner of the table window.

 

Games:
Tournaments and Ring games are available in many styles and formats for all the major poker games: Texas HoldEm, Omaha, and Omaha High Low, 7 Card Stud, 7 Card Stud High Low, 5 Card Stud. In addition to poker, enjoy a Las Vegas style casino experience with over 50 games, easily downloadable at the click of a button.

 

Players:
I have had a chance to chat with other players. It is a great site to talk about poker, sports wagering and who knows, you may be able to get a good tip on an upcoming sports event. Overall, everyone seems friendly. Most of the players I played against were loose but there were also some rocks. I really like this site and highly recommend bodog poker.