DraftKings Brings Electric Poker to Second US State
DraftKings' innovative poker offering, Electric Poker, has expanded its reach within the US, debuting in Pennsylvania on October 15 after its initial launch in Michigan earlier this year. The game has quickly garnered attention for its unique and fast-paced structure, where three players face off against each other in a modified version of no-limit Texas Hold'em.
The DraftKings logo on a screen on a wall inside the company's office. (Source: DraftKings)
LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE:Electric Poker takes inspiration from existing poker formats such as PokerStars' "Spin & Gos" and WSOP's "Blast Poker" but introduces a few distinct features. The prize pool is not fixed but instead is generated through a random multiplier system, which significantly increases the stakes for each game. Players begin with a typical Texas Hold'em hand but are quickly thrust into a much faster game rhythm. The blind levels increase every two minutes, forcing players to make quicker decisions and heightening the overall pressure of the game.
Related: DraftKings Debuts First Online Poker Game in MichiganOne of the most notable aspects of Electric Poker is its prize multiplier system. The size of the prize pool can be multiplied by varying amounts, and according to data from the Michigan Electric Poker information page, these chances are as follows: the most common outcome is a 2x multiplier, occurring in 47.78% of games. A 3x multiplier is slightly less frequent, at about 36%, and a 4x multiplier appears around 11% of the time.
The 5x multiplier happens in 4.6% of games, and the 10x multiplier occurs only 0.5% of the time. Extremely rare multipliers, such as 100x, 1000x, and 10,000x, are also possible, though these outcomes are exceedingly uncommon. For instance, at the $25 buy-in level, players have a one-in-a-million chance of playing for a prize pool worth $250,000.
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Another key feature of the game is its all-in "Electric Mode." If a match goes on for too long, this mode is triggered, forcing all remaining players to go all-in pre-flop until only one player remains with chips. This mechanic adds a dramatic and swift conclusion to games that might otherwise drag on, making sure that the tempo remains fast and engaging for the players.
The distribution of prizes depends on the size of the multiplier. For games where the multiplier is 4x or below, the winner takes the entire prize pool. In higher multiplier games, such as those with 5x and 10x multipliers, the first and second-place finishers share the prize pool. When the rare 100x, 1000x, or 10,000x multipliers come into play, all three players receive a portion of the winnings.
DraftKings has implemented a rake system that averages 7% over time. This is in line with industry standards for online poker games, ensuring that the platform profits from each game while still providing a competitive experience for players. With its expanding presence across multiple states, including Michigan, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Jersey, West Virginia, and in Ontario, Canada, DraftKings Casino is well-positioned to further expand the Electric Poker game to additional markets.
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