Game Review

If you raise a 'ten' with 2 pairs of aces and a matching suit in your hand, will that be enough to beat your opponent with the three kings and a pair? According to many poker players, 'it all depends on how you play the game'. That's really the key to Poker Superstars 2. The game of No Limit Texas Hold'em has risen to the echelons of superstardom for the simple reason that it is fun to play and is based on strategies that even a beginner can master. Utilize such features as importing your photo to your identity and you become exactly the embodiment of the star that you are! There are three levels of play: Round, Season, and Limit; however, if you think that the game is still too easy for you? Then jump right in with the best of the best and see how you fair.

Texas Hold'em Game Play

Playing poker has never been so engaging especially if you are offered a choice of enhanced tournament plays specific to your skill level. As you take your place at the table, superstars of the poker world face you off with cards in hand, skill ontheir side and personalities that would intimidate even the toughest crew.

Backed by a sophisticated artificial intelligence system that claims to have 'taught' itself how to play; the games leap forward like a smoke-filled night train edging its way toward a rich and steamy Vegas den. Money flows! Money flows! And that is only the beginning! The game starts with each person given a generous $250,000.00 in chips. With blinds or bid increments raising every 8 hands, it's easy to get lost in a world of calls, raises, folds, flops, turns and rivers.

Finally, you will note that as you dive into the world of 'pokerdom', your status will be highlighted for the entire world to see as the computer tracks your progress. What is there to say? With guts comes glory. Sometimes, you'll feel so HOT, it seems that no one can touch you. Other times, your luck will run so depressing low that you'll feel like there isn't much space between you and the belly of a snake on a hot desert rock. Whatever the case, you know you have reached 'poker nirvana' when you click that 'deal' button.

Poker Tips and Tricks

For novices and new players, the 'hint' option provides details as to how the game is played and why things are done in certain ways. It also shows you visually a comparative chart of how to beat a 'hand'. Space bars and alt keys enhance game play mode by increasing the pace of the game by offering 'shortcuts'. In addition, technical words such as 'small blinds' and 'big blinds' are explained in short easy sentences. Instructions explaining why other people are making certain choices also add to the learning process. For real beginners though, instead of sacrificing neophytes to the ravages of the poker wolves, the almighty 'hint' button is added in order to provide 'wanna-be's with a little guidance and help. As for intermediate players, your confidence in your game is TRULY tested with each advancing game. Don't get too cocky. You will soon discover that there is much to learn! Set to a fast play pace and prying professional eyes, this game is every thing a poker player of any level could ever desire!