How to play Bonus Poker
Bonus Poker plays exactly like Jacks or Better, with one twist: Four of a Kind pays extra, and four Aces pay the most of all. Play credits only, for fun, with no real money.
A hand, step by step
- Bet 1 to 5 credits, then Deal five cards.
- Hold the cards you want by tapping them.
- Draw to replace the rest, and get paid by the table.
What’s different from Jacks or Better
- Four Aces pay 80 per credit, four 2s, 3s or 4s pay 40, and any other four of a kind pays 25.
- To make up for it, a Full House pays 8 and a Flush pays 5 (the “8/5” pay table).
- The smallest win is still a pair of Jacks or better.
Hints
Tap Hint and the game works out the best cards to hold from every possible draw. Coach me in the Menu does it after each deal.
Tips
- Strategy is almost the same as Jacks or Better. Keep paying pairs, go for Royals with four to one.
- With three Aces, just hold the Aces: the fourth one is worth a lot.
Questions
Is this real gambling?
No. The credits have no cash value and can’t be bought or cashed out. Run out and you start over with 1,000.
What return does this pay table give?
With perfect play, 8/5 Bonus Poker returns about 99.2% over the long run.
Will my credits be saved?
Yes, in this browser on this device.