Chinese poker is a type of poker played by up to 4 players. It is a very strategic game and different from traditional poker as it does not involve betting on each hand. The game’s main objective is to organize the cards optimally to outperform the opponents in different combinations. In this game, 13 cards are dealt to each player; these cards must be organized into three hands:
- The front hand (3 cards) is the weakest.
- The middle hand (5 cards) is the “intermediate” in strength.
- The backhand (made up of 5 cards) is the strongest.
The back hand must be the strongest; the middle hand must be stronger than the front hand but weaker than the backhand. If a player disrespects this order, he automatically loses the game. Each player’s hands are compared against their opponents, and each wins awards points (extra points may be awarded for special hands such as royal flushes, four-of-a-kind, full house, etc.). It is important to note that additional bonuses exist for certain combinations, such as having three of a kind in the front hand or a straight flush in the backhand.