888 Poker Review

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5 / 5

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888 Poker is one of the newest members of the online poker fraternity, and they’ve made a strong move into the Australian market with an Australian domain that signals them as a major player in our market.

The 888 brand is one that is fairly well-known in the casino world, though it wasn’t until 2010 that they launched their 888 Poker brand (they did already run Pacific Poker, and still maintain it). The site has expanded quickly, including setting up an Australian domain which caters specifically to Aussie players.

One of these is their free $AU88 promotion (shame it doesn’t truly live up to its name and is missing an 8), which unlike most other such promotions, doesn’t actually require a deposit to be able to claim. A $AU10,000 freeroll tournament entry is also included with that bonus, just by signing up for the site and downloading the software (888 Poker also has mobile software now as well). There’s absolutely no catch at all to the offer; simply verify your email and you’ll have $AU88 ready to be played on cash games at 888.

888 also runs other fun promotions like they’re Big Deal promotion, which nets you prizes and cash tournament entries for doing specific tasks each day, as well as themed promotions for major events like the World Cup, during which they offer extra freerolls giving away yet more free money.

Given that the site is relatively new, it’s not surprising to see that 888’s poker software has a very modern feel that is a step up from that used by most sites. It is very clean and organized, and graphics have a unique, almost cartoony charm to them. One small disappointment however is how tiny your chips appear. They just don’t seem to carry the same weight as a result, and making a big bet, like a re-raise or pushing all-in isn’t quite as satisfying with your puny, unintimidating chips.

That aside, 888 Poker is off to a good start in the Australian market, and given their unprecedented offer of $AU88 free, no strings attached, there’s absolutely no reason for Australian players to not take them up on their offer and see what they can turn that 88 into 888 or more.

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