Mixed games test the ability to switch between different problems. A rotation can combine high, low and split pots with changing betting structures. Its name does not replace the rules of each included game.
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The five games in HORSE
HORSE combines Hold’em, Omaha Hi/Lo eight-or-better, razz, seven-card stud and seven-card stud Hi/Lo eight-or-better. The described rotation plays all five at fixed limit. Games change at the prescribed interval; the rotation and change point belong in the event rules.
Further reading: PokerStars: HORSE
Eight-game also mixes betting structures
The described eight-game rotation contains limit 2–7 triple draw, limit Hold’em, limit Omaha Hi/Lo, razz, seven-card stud, stud Hi/Lo, no-limit Hold’em and pot-limit Omaha. Both the card objective and, in the last two games, the maximum betting structure change.
Further reading: PokerStars: 8-Game
A transition card for each game
Write four lines for each station: cards received and used; high or which low; qualification and pot division; first action and betting limit. Add exposed information for stud and the number of draws for draw games. This note answers common confusion before the first decision.
Original study drill: stud high follows razz. A straight now forms a strong high category rather than being ignored for low. If the next game is Omaha Hi/Lo, you must additionally select two hole cards and check the eight qualifier. State both changes before acting.
Dealer’s choice needs a known menu
Dealer’s choice does not mean inventing new rules during a hand. Agree on permitted games, selection procedure, change point, limits and exceptions first. Learn with a short stated menu, then expand when everyone can distinguish its games. Our playable poker has no such rotation enabled.