Video Poker History
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The Evolution of Video Poker
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Video poker is one of today's most popular gambling machines, blending elements of poker and video gaming to create a modern gambling sensation. Although today's versions are technologically advanced, their origins trace back about two hundred years.
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Video poker, a captivating mix of traditional poker and video gaming, stands as one of the most beloved gambling machines today. While the modern iterations are highly sophisticated, the concept has roots stretching back two centuries.
Inspired by the classic card game of poker, today's video poker machines evolved over time through various technological advancements. The game of poker has been part of American culture since the early 1800s, first documented in 1834 by Jonathan Green.
The earliest predecessors of video poker were coin-operated machines utilizing poker cards. Emerging in the late 1800s, these machines were crafted by Sittman and Pitt of Brooklyn and distributed in liquor stores and cigar shops nationwide. Players would insert a coin and pull a handle to spin five drums holding poker cards, hoping for a winning hand. Rewards often included cigars or drinks. Unbeknownst to many, the Ten of Spades and Jack of Hearts were intentionally omitted to decrease the likelihood of winning.
In 1901, Charles Fey revolutionized these machines by introducing the "draw" feature. This enhancement allowed players to employ some strategy by holding certain drums still after the initial spin, creating the first "hold and draw" mechanic.
As time passed, interest in poker card machines waned, with only brief resurgences of popularity. It wasn't until the late 1970s that the poker machine experienced a revival as video poker, reigniting public interest. This resurgence coincided with the rise of personal computers, enabling the creation of video poker machines. Equipped with solid-state circuitry and television-like monitors, these early machines paved the way for the sleek, advanced versions found in bars, casinos, and online today.
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