PokerStars Review
The enormous popularity of PokerStars makes it a great place to play based purely on the large number of players. Stars goes out of its way to make sure it has more than just the most traffic though.
Their customer service and security is exceptional and their game selection can’t be beat.
Software And Special Features
Stars is constantly introducing new games and features to its players. The software can be personalized with one of a number of “themes” customers can download and install. The look isn’t the only thing customizable about the lobby. The site offers an extensive filtering system so only specific buy-ins and types of games appear on the list of available games.
Players are also able to upload photos to serve as their avatars, which can be changed easily and frequently. Another recent addition is the “replay” button, which allows players to watch a fully animated replay of their last hand with a simple click. PokerStars has also revamped their search feature to allow players to search for and track multiple people at the same time.
The server is still prone to overloading or slowing down during peak traffic times like Sundays, but other than that, the software is new, efficient, and reliable.
Games
PokerStars offers wide variety of poker games including Texas Holdem, Seven Card Stud, Seven Card Stud Hi/Lo, Omaha, Omaha Hi/Lo, 5 Card Draw, 2-7 Ttiple Draw, H.O.S.E. and H.O.R.S.E. That means that they have a great range of poker games and what is more important – you can always find a lot of opponents of all skill levels to play against, regardless of your favorite game. Of course, the major slice of the auditory is represented by Texas Holdem players, but there are plenty of Omaha, Stud and Draw fans as well.
Promotions
Poker Stars offers a first deposit bonus of $100 up to $600 and there is an occasional re-load bonus, typically 20% up to $120.
Players are able to earn Frequent Player Points (FPP) by playing real money games that can used to enter tournaments or make purchases in the FPP Store. A VIP Club is offered to all players with a variety of membership levels based on the amount of Frequent Player Points earned every month.
Payment Options
PokerStars has a minimum $10 deposit across all deposit options – unless otherwise
stated. You can make a deposit via one of the payment methods:
• Moneybookers
• NETeller
• VISA / VISA Delta / VISA Electron / Gift and Prepaid VISA
• MasterCard / Gift and Prepaid
• Diners Club International
• Solo / Maestro
• Cashier’s Check / Money Order / Bank Draft – minimum deposit $100
• Local Bank Transfer
• ELV
• Online Bank (selected countries)
• paysafecard
• eChecks