About the Double Bonus Poker game
The Double Bonus Poker online slot machine is an improved version of the classic Jacks or Better video poker game developed by the renowned Games Global (formerly Microgaming). This version is primarily aimed at players who enjoy strategy-based, yet exciting gameplay and are willing to take a little risk in exchange for higher winnings.
The game is played with a 52-card French deck without jokers. The goal is to form the highest-ranking five-card poker hand, which is then paid out according to the paytable.
Double Bonus Poker can be played with 1 to 5 coins, and the highest prizes (such as a Royal Flush) can only be won with the maximum bet. The player decides which of the five cards dealt to them to keep and which to discard — this interactive nature distinguishes it from slot machines and also allows for strategy.
Features and characteristics
The most well-known feature of Double Bonus Poker is the special payout for four of a kind hands. While in Jacks or Better all four of a kind combinations pay the same, here four aces pay significantly more than four twos or threes. This means that the game has higher volatility, i.e. smaller wins are less frequent, but the potential for bigger wins is significantly increased. The maximum win is 4,000 coins for a Royal Flush when playing with the maximum bet.
One of the special features is the "Double Up" option, which can be selected after every winning hand. Here, the player can try to double their winnings in a simple card game.
The RTP ratio in this game is 99.11%, which is extremely high and one of the best in the video poker category. This means that in the long run, players will win back nearly 99% of the amount they bet.
Theme and gameplay
The theme is clean and classic, evoking a casino atmosphere without any special decorations or background story. The focus is clearly on the cards and decision-making, allowing players to concentrate fully on applying a successful strategy. The gameplay is minimalist, fast-paced, and runs flawlessly on most mobile devices.
No background music or animation is needed for the gameplay, as the tension is provided by the decision-making process, the potential high winnings, and the possibility of doubling your bet. Instead of paylines, poker hand combinations determine the winnings: the lowest paying hand is Jacks or Better (jacks or better pairs), while the Royal Flush provides the highest winnings.
