H.O.R.S.E. is a multiple discipline game of poker. It combines various versions of poker into one event. It follows the standard rules of each game, but based on time or dealer rotation to switch from game to game.
We've answered the question 'What is HORSE poker?', so here is an in-depth look at the rules of HORSE.
A standard game of HORSE at CarbonPoker is divided amongst the following games:
Although HORSE uses the standard rules of the above-listed games during actual game play, there can be quite a bit of variety in terms of how/when the play rotates from game to game. Below are the most common ways game rotation takes place.
While playing HORSE online or in casinos, there are a few ways that the game rotates from "H" to "O" and so on. In almost all versions, the games progress in the order that the letters are stated.
In some instances, games rotate as the blinds increase. This will usually be done at timed intervals, according to pre-stipulated changes. You will most often find this type of arrangement with tournament HORSE play.
In other cases, games rotate with the dealer button. This gives players equal opportunity to play each game in each position. This is most popular in ring games.
As the standard rules of poker apply to each game, there are is quite a bit of HORSE strategy that takes place. Knowing the rules of HORSE is a big part of planning when to make your moves.
