Jacks or Better NC

Jacks or Better NC is a straight-up poker game for people who are into cards. It's not too tough for newbies to get their foot in the door, while more advanced players will be able to bring their skills to the table and find their way to some credits.

This game is played with only one deck of cards, which is shuffled in between rounds. The minimum bet is .10 credits, so you don't have to be a high roller to play this version of poker.

You are dealt five cards, and there is no wild card. Then you have to decide what cards to keep and which ones to discard. Your discarded cards are replaced and then it's time to see if you win or not.

The lowest winning hand is – you guessed it – a pair of jacks. Anything higher up pays more, depending on what you end up with. Then, once you've won, choose to activate the gamble feature or not.

The gamble feature allows you to bet the most recent winnings on the turn of a card. You can bet to double your winnings by guessing the color or to quadruple your winnings by guessing the suit. You can also decide not to play the gamble feature at all.

That's the basics of the game. It's fast-moving, but not rushed. All the basics of poker are there for you to take advantage of. Having some poker experience will help you decide what to save and what to discard. Beyond that, it's all the luck of the cards.

So, if you are looking for a rock-solid poker game to pass the time, Jacks or Better NC is the game for you. Just sit back, place your bet and see what the dealer gives you. It just might be a big win.