SNAP Poker: Fast-Fold Poker for Instant New Hands

Snap poker - fast-fold poker!

What is SNAP Poker?

SNAP Poker is the fast-fold poker format from 888poker, built to reduce waiting time by dealing you a new hand the moment you fold. You instantly move to a new table with new opponents, keeping the action fast. SNAP is available in both Cash Games and Tournament formats, and can also be played on Mobile.


Here’s how it works

When playing SNAP Poker, you are placed in a shared ‘Players Pool’ and re-seated at a new table every time you fold. You can even ‘SNAP Fold’ before the action reaches you, letting you jump to a new hand within seconds. Other players at your table will only see your fold when the action reaches your seat.


Fold, watch and play

You can fold normally or use ‘SNAP Fold’ and still choose to watch the hand play out. Simply click the “Fold watch and play” button or hold the Shift key while clicking ‘fold’ or ‘SNAP fold’.

When selecting “Fold watch and play,” a new observer screen opens so you can follow the remainder of the hand. Meanwhile, your main screen will instantly move you to a new table so you can keep playing without delay.

Please note: You can observe only one hand at a time, and this feature is available for SNAP ring games only.


How to join SNAP games

You'll find the SNAP tab on the right side of the screen when entering the 888poker Main Lobby.

Click it or drag it left to enter the SNAP Main Lobby. Under the SNAP tab, you'll see two sub-tabs offering ‘Cash’ and ‘Tournament’ play options.

To buy-in to a SNAP Cash Game, click ‘Cash Games’, select a pool, highlight it, and click the ‘Join Game’ button.

To play a tournament, click ‘SNAP Tournaments’ to see all available events. Choose one, buy-in, and start playing.

You can also find SNAP Tournaments under the ‘All games’ tab in the 888poker Main Lobby.

Snap poker - FAQ 

How do you play Snap Poker?

Snap Poker follows the same rules as regular Texas Hold’em. The main difference is the fast-fold feature: the moment you fold, you’re instantly moved to a new table with new opponents and dealt a fresh hand. This continues until you decide to leave the game.

What are the advantages of playing Snap Poker?

The biggest advantages are playing more hands per hour and reducing waiting time between hands. Snap Poker is ideal for players who enjoy a fast, continuous action format and want to maximize their table time.

How do you manage your bankroll for Snap Poker?

Bankroll management in Snap Poker is similar to regular poker, with adjustments for the faster pace and higher variance. Set buy-in limits and avoid stakes that could drain your bankroll too quickly. Always account for the increased volume of hands.

How do you read opponents in Snap Poker?

Reading opponents is harder in Snap Poker due to constant table changes. Focus on betting patterns, speed of action, and general tendencies rather than trying to make player-specific reads.

What are the differences between Snap Poker and regular online poker?

Snap Poker moves you to a new table immediately after you fold, creating a much faster gameplay experience with significantly more hands per hour. In regular online poker you must wait for the current hand to finish before receiving a new one.

How do Snap Poker tournaments work?

Snap Poker tournaments work like standard poker tournaments but include the fast-fold feature. When you fold, you are moved to a new table, keeping the action fast. Blinds increase as usual, and players are eliminated until a winner is decided.

How do you adapt to the fast pace of Snap Poker?

To adjust to the rapid action, focus on making quick, disciplined decisions. Play a tight-aggressive style, fold weak hands without hesitation, and use the fast-fold mechanic to see more profitable spots while maintaining strong concentration.

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