Pineapple
Hold'em with an extra starting card
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What You'll Need
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.
How to Play
- Blinds posted as in Texas Hold'em
- Deal three hole cards to each player
- First betting round (pre-flop)
- Deal three community cards (the flop)
- Each player must discard one hole card
- Second betting round
- Deal turn card
- Third betting round
- Deal river card
- Final betting round
- Best 5-card hand using 0-2 hole cards wins
- 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 â 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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