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Understanding the latest craze to sweep the poker world by storm
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Poker is the most popular card game in the world, and it’s easy to see why. Not only does the game feature the ever appealing opportunity to make money, but it also requires skill, bottle, and determination.
Texas Hold ‘Em is the most popular variation of the game, but there are many different versions of poker for players to choose from. One of the latest crazes to sweep the poker world is 888’s newest creation – Pick ‘Em8 poker.
In this article, we take a look at just why punters are going wild for this latest poker game.
First things first – what is Pick ‘Em 8?
888’s new poker game is a blend of a real money poker game and a fast-paced casino game. Pick ‘Em 8 has been built for speed and as such features just one hand with stakes between 25p and 1 pound.
When you log on to play you’ll be transported into a game lobby with a maximum of 8 other online players. Once the game loads you’ll then all be presented with 8 cards, and then prompted to pick 2.
From then on it’s pretty much a normal poker game, apart from the fact that all 5 community cards are revealed at once. Whoever has the best hand wins the pot with it being split if necessary.
Why play Pick ‘Em 8?
Firstly it’s fast-paced and fun. You can play a number of hands in a matter of minutes, getting that winning buzz without having to toil for it. Another reason that people play Pick ‘Em 8 is to build cash. If you play the game right, you can make a good chunk of money, which brings us on to our next point.
Making money with Pick ‘Em 8
Whilst fun is one of the main reasons we gamble, the overriding reason is to win money. To win at Pick ‘Em 8 you don’t have to spend hours trawling through complex poker strategies, but you do need to have a plan.
When the first 8 cards are revealed, it is obviously going to be tempting to pick the best cards on offer. If there are two aces, then you’ll want to go straight ahead and pick those cards, but so will everyone else.
When the community cards are revealed and your aces help you to the win, the pot will be split amongst everyone else that picked those cards – meaning your winnings will be tiny.
The best way to win a bigger share of the pot is to pick a good card and an average card. You won’t win as often, but when you do you’ll win a much bigger share of the pot. It’s a better long-term tactic to increase your cash.
It’s a similar tactic to playing the lottery. Numbers that are multiples of 7 are the most commonly picked by players, so if these numbers come in the jackpot is shared amongst loads of players. High numbers are the least picked by players meaning when they come in you have more chance of scooping all the prize money.
(A look at the fast-paced nature of Pick ‘Em 8 – look how easy it is to win money and win it quickly.)
Losing money at Pick ‘Em 8
For some unknown reason, there are a plethora of articles circulating the internet at the moment urging people to pick the 2 worst starter cards at Pick ‘Em 8. This strategy is based on the same theory as above – when you win with the worst cards you’ll get a bigger slice of the pot.
However, the drawbacks to that tactic are obvious. If you consistently pick the worst cards, you’ll consistently lose and end up burning through your cash at an unbelievable rate.
This tactic has also been circulated so much that a whole heap of players is using it, leaving you in the same situation as picking the best cards – just with a much lower probability of winning.
Pick ‘Em 8 Criticisms
There has been a vocal minority of players criticizing this latest game because of its lack of skill. Detractors have decried Pick ‘Em 8, claiming that it is nothing more than a cheap slot machine style game.
That’s not the case. Although Pick ‘Em 8 does bear some semblance of similarity to slot machine games, it differs in that it offers you an informed choice at the beginning of the game.
Ultimately you have autonomy over your chances of success in Pick ‘Em 8 and the similarities to a slot machine are good. Those similarities mean you can play the game really quickly and build your cash in a short period of time.
Pick ‘Em 8 – Final Thoughts
If you’re a poker purist then you probably won’t like this game. If you’re open minded and enjoy a bit of fun combined with winning money, then Pick ‘Em 8 is the game for you.
It’s light-hearted fun with relatively low risk, so you don’t have much to lose by playing it and you might just win some money. Give it a go and let us know your thoughts in the comments section.
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Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco on Monday, September 8, pushed for stricter regulations for online gaming instead of an outright ban, saying that prohibition would only encourage illegal operations and deprive the government of needed revenues.
Speaking before industry stakeholders at the Light & Wonder iGaming Symposium at Newport World Resorts in Pasay City, Mr. Tengco said reforms implemented by PAGCOR — including reductions in license fee rates — has spurred robust growth in the electronic gaming sector.
From Php58.16 billion in 2023, gross gaming revenues (GGR) from Electronic Games climbed to Php154.51 billion in 2024 which accounted for nearly half of the industry’s Php372.33 billion GGR.
In the first half of 2025 alone, the sector contributed Php114.83 billion, surpassing revenues from land-based operations and boosting PAGCOR’s total revenues to Php59 billion.
“The iGaming story in the Philippines is no longer just about growth; it’s about how we grow — safely, fairly, and sustainably,” Mr. Tengco said. “We support stricter regulations to protect our people, but we are against a total ban which will only drive players to illegal operators and result in loss of revenues and jobs.”
Mr. Tengco also emphasized PAGCOR’s ongoing reforms, including the separation of regulatory and operational functions, stronger responsible gaming safeguards, stricter advertising standards, the upcoming launch of a 24/7 helpline, and the adoption of digital tools such as the PAGCOR Guarantee portal and AI-driven monitoring systems.
He also called on industry players to practice “compliance by design” in their operations, strictly follow anti-money laundering regulations, strengthen their KYC (Know Your Customer) guidelines, and fully support PAGCOR’s Responsible Gaming initiatives.
“With responsible growth, compliance, and transparency, the Philippines can develop a safer, stronger, and globally competitive iGaming industry,” he added.
Mr. Tengco also expressed gratitude to Light & Wonder for organizing the event, highlighting its role as a key partner in strengthening the country’s gaming sector.
Light & Wonder, a global leader in cross-platform gaming, provides content, systems, and solutions for casino, online, and social gaming operators worldwide. Its innovations have supported PAGCOR in broadening product offerings and keeping the Philippine gaming industry competitive in the rapidly evolving iGaming market.
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A mother in Knivsta, Sweden, could hardly believe her eyes when she recently played the slot game Reel King Riches Jackpot King on LeoVegas. With a bet of just SEK 10, she quickly entered a bonus round, where the screen lit up with the words “Jackpot King” and the amount SEK 41,509,344, equivalent to approximately EUR 3,775,603 or GBP 3,275,917. She now plans to pay off her mortgage and invest for the future.
The winner, who wishes to remain anonymous, usually plays a variety of games, with her favorite being the classic Book of Dead. But on this particular day, she decided to try her luck on Reel King Riches Jackpot King from Blueprint Gaming—a decision she will never forget. After selecting a SEK 10 bet and pressing the spin button, the game swiftly triggered a bonus round. Moments later, it was clear: she had hit the top prize, Jackpot King, worth a total of SEK 41,509,344 (EUR 3,775,603/GBP 3,275,917).
“It’s completely unreal! I thought, this can’t happen to me. When the words Jackpot King appeared and the numbers started rolling, I couldn’t believe it was true—I was in shock. Is this really happening? I told my partner right away, and he didn’t believe it either. But it was real! Now I’ll be investing for the future and paying off the mortgage!” says the winner of the jackpot worth over SEK 41 million.
“This is one of the biggest jackpots ever at LeoVegas, and we are incredibly proud to bring this kind of excitement to players in Sweden. I would like to congratulate her once again on the win and wish her the very best with her future investments!” says Mattias Wedar, CEO of LeoVegas Group.
LeoVegas Group offers an ever-growing jackpot, which now stands at over SEK 388 million, across its online casinos LeoVegas, expekt, and BetMGM. All of the Group’s brands, including GoGoCasino, feature games from the Reel King series, with Reel King Riches Jackpot King available on several of them.
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- Team Vitality is proud to welcome ExpressVPN as an official partner. This collaboration brings together one of the leading digital privacy services with one of the most successful international esports clubs, aligning seamlessly with the needs of gamers, streamers, and esports fans across more than 180 countries.
- Already active in the gaming ecosystem, ExpressVPN will provide tangible benefits to Team Vitality’s community of fans, staff, and players, optimizing and securing their digital experience.
- By joining forces with a world-renowned digital privacy partner such as ExpressVPN, Team Vitality reaffirms its position as a leader in the global esports industry. Together, the two brands share a mission: to raise awareness around the importance of digital security while giving users greater control over their online experience.
Team Vitality is delighted to welcome ExpressVPN to its family of official partners. Designed to meet the needs of gamers, ExpressVPN’s technology is a natural fit for the esports community. For Team Vitality, this collaboration reflects shared values of performance and innovation, while placing digital privacy and security at the heart of joint initiatives aimed at a new generation of players and fans.
ExpressVPN has also recently partnered with the League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC) 2025 and Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur. This new agreement with Team Vitality marks another step in ExpressVPN’s commitment to esports and its international growth.
AN EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH FOR THE TEAM VITALITY COMMUNITY!
The one-year partnership will span Team Vitality’s main competitive titles in Europe. Throughout the season, ExpressVPN and Team Vitality will deliver unique activations tailored to the esports community and Vitality fans worldwide.
Starting today, supporters of the club can enjoy a 14-day free trial of ExpressVPN through a dedicated platform, via this link expressvpn.com/vitality.
A VPN is a vital tool for gamers to have in their digital toolbox, offering:
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This partnership reflects ExpressVPN’s commitment to delivering a fast, secure, and transparent digital experience for all. By taking advantage of an ExpressVPN subscription, players and fans alike can safeguard their online privacy across multiple devices simultaneously, while tapping into a worldwide network of servers. Its proprietary Lightway protocol is engineered for speed and efficiency, offering strong protection against DDoS attacks and ISP throttling. This means gamers can maintain a secure, high-performance connection that keeps them competitive during play. Additional activations will be rolled out across the year to provide practical, meaningful solutions for the esports community.
DRIVING BETTER DIGITAL EXPERIENCES FOR ESPORTS FANS
In a world where gamers and fans live increasingly online, ExpressVPN and Team Vitality aim to continue to empower online users by raising awareness of the importance of cybersecurity and supporting the gaming community to take greater control over their digital lives.
This partnership also underscores Team Vitality’s ability to attract leading global brands through strategic marketing initiatives. Together with ExpressVPN, the focus will be on delivering innovative, high-value solutions to an engaged international community. Leveraging Team Vitality’s advanced expertise in brand marketing, the two organizations will launch impactful campaigns throughout the year.
“We are thrilled to welcome ExpressVPN as one of our official partners. As Team Vitality strengthens its position as a leader in global esports, working with a recognized digital security brand like ExpressVPN perfectly aligns with our mission to serve our international community. Together, we want to drive performance and deliver the best possible digital experience to our fans. We cannot wait to kick off this exciting season.” said Nicolas Maurer, CEO and Co-Founder of Team Vitality.
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