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Anaconda Poker Rules

Anaconda Poker rules are fairly unique but surprisingly a popular poker variation and is hugely similar to 7 card stud game except for some key differences. All players in Anaconda Poker are dealt 7 cards face down (the first difference).

In this game, there is a round of betting after the initial deal and then all players pass three cards to the player on their left. The three cards can be selected by each player (so you get to choose). There is then another round of betting and then each player passes 2 cards of their choice to the player on their left. Another round of betting and then all players pass one card to the player on their left.

All players now keep 5 cards and throw away the other 2. You get to choose which cards you throw away. All players staying in the hand place the cards face down in front of them, another round of betting and then the showdown.

This game is generally played Hi/Lo. The high and low hand split the pot. As in all Hi/Lo games, it is possible for one player to win both should the high or low hand not be met.

Summary of Differences between Anaconda & 7 Card Stud

1) Unlike 7 card stud, 7 Cards are dealt face down followed by round of betting.

2) After the initial betting round, unlike 7 stud, 3 down cards are passed to each players opponent on his left followed by by a round of betting.

3) A further 2 cards are then passed to the player on the left and another round of betting.

4) Best 5 cards are then put in a pile in front of each player and exposed one by one starting with the player with the highest card.