Poker is a game of cards played with two distinct pairs of cards and one high card. Generally, the higher pair wins, but in some cases, the high card can break ties. The high card is used to break ties when no one has a pair of cards, if multiple players tie for the highest card and have high hands of the same kind, or if the players have the same cards but differing suits. But the game is not as easy as it sounds.
Betting intervals
Betting intervals for poker games vary depending on the number of players and the type of game. In general, the first player to act places a bet and players to their left must raise their bet proportionally to their previous bet. This cycle repeats until no one is left. Depending on the game, betting intervals may last from two seconds to seven minutes.
In the early stages of a game, betting intervals are short, with each player placing a bet. During these betting intervals, players check their cards. If they have a pair or better, they can call the bet or raise it. If they do not, the player loses their chips in the pot.