HORSE GAME BREAKDOWN
"Know each path, master them all you will."
Dive deep into each of the five poker variants that make up HORSE. Master the rules, understand the strategies, and dominate the mixed games.
Overview
Each player receives two private hole cards and uses them with five community cards to make the best five-card hand.
Hand Rankings
Standard poker hand rankings (Royal Flush highest, High Card lowest)
- 1Play tight-aggressive with premium hands (AA, KK, QQ, AK)
- 2Position is crucial - play more hands in late position
- 3Value bet strong hands, avoid bluffing too much in fixed-limit
- 4Pay attention to board texture and opponent tendencies
💡 Pro Tip: Practice this game individually before jumping into HORSE to build confidence and understanding.

Example Texas Hold'em hand showing typical card layout and betting action
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Test All Five Games
Now that you understand each variant, it's time to practice! Join Phenom Poker and experience all five games in their HORSE rotation.
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