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Pineapple

Hold'em with an extra starting card

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2 players
15-60 min
Medium

What You'll Need

🃏 Standard 52-card deck
🔴 Poker chips

About This Game

A Hold'em variant where players receive three hole cards but must discard one after the flop. The extra card on the deal creates bigger hands and more action than regular Hold'em.

Est. 1990

How to Play

  1. Blinds posted as in Texas Hold'em
  2. Deal three hole cards to each player
  3. First betting round (pre-flop)
  4. Deal three community cards (the flop)
  5. Each player must discard one hole card
  6. Second betting round
  7. Deal turn card
  8. Third betting round
  9. Deal river card
  10. Final betting round
  11. Best 5-card hand using 0-2 hole cards wins
  12. More big hands than Hold'em due to extra starting card

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you play Pineapple with 2 players?

Yes! Pineapple is an excellent choice for 2 players — in fact, it's designed specifically for a duo. You'll get the full experience without any compromises.

How long does Pineapple take to play?

A typical game of Pineapple takes about 15-60 min. This can vary based on players' experience level and how quickly decisions are made.

What do you need to play Pineapple?

To play Pineapple, you need: Standard 52-card deck, and Poker chips.

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