Seven card stud - a game for those who crave real exitement.

Seven Card Stud

How to Play the Game

Note: To play Seven Card Stud you must have enough credits to place an ante and a bet.

Place an ante on the table.

Note: The ante amount is set by the card room. There is no ante amount when the game stakes are $0.50/$1.00.

You are dealt three cards: two pocket cards and one visible card.

The Player with the lowest card must bring-in the betting.

A round of betting begins. Players can either:

· Fold
· Call
· Raise
· Check

After all the Players have contributed the same amount to the pot, the Fourth Street betting begins.

The bet amounts are raised to the high limit in the Fifth Street and Sixth Street.

The last phase of Seven Card Stud is the Seventh Street. The outcome of the game is determined in this phase.

Tips

A big pair is worth betting on, unless another Player is betting aggressively on what seems to be a very good hand.
Fifth Street is a make-or-break point. As the bet amount doubles each round, ensure your hand can produce a win at the end of the game. This will minimize your loss.
It is advisable to fold if another Player's exposed cards beat your entire hand.
If you are trying to complete a Straight, check to see if the cards you need are displayed by another Player. You can then adjust your strategy accordingly.
Fold when necessary. Seven Card Stud Poker is a game of patience, so do not bet all your money on losing hands.