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Bodog Poker Room Review

April 19, 2008

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Rating: ★★★½☆

Calvin Ayre may have recently “retired” from Bodog, but all that should matter to poker players is that the site’s cutting-edge software didn’t retire with him. Bodog has all of the usual lures to convince you to play on their site—big-name pros, plentiful game options, great bonuses and rewards—but above all else, what really stands out about this site is the unique aesthetic that has redefined the online poker experience.

Words don’t really do the look of Bodog’s tables and user controls justice. It’s something you ought to see for yourself, because it’s just so different than everything else out there. The aim is not to simulate the real-felt experience, but rather to create an experience befitting the virtual setting, and once you get past the momentary discomfort of playing at a table that doesn’t quite feel like an actual table, most players come to embrace the Bodog GUI.

The cards and buttons are all well positioned and well sized, and one useful feature is that your cards remain visible to you ever after you’ve folded them. Another nice touch is the softly diffused spotlight that highlights the player whose turn it is to act. The centralized dashboard simplifies everything clicking-related, and there are plenty of personalization options with regard to the colors and brightness levels. In all, the look is extremely modern—and extremely refreshing.


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The game selection includes Hold ’Em, Omaha, Omaha Hi-Lo, Seven-Card Stud, Seven-Card Stud Hi-Lo, and Five-Card Stud. The cash games are perhaps a tad less high-stakes than what some sites offer, but unless you’re a pro who doesn’t bother sitting down for less than $100K, that shouldn’t be an issue for too many people. The tournaments are among the most popular on the Internet, particularly the weekly $100K guaranteed tourney every Sunday.

Bodog’s customer service is as responsive as you’ll find in the industry, plus the site offers a 110% deposit bonus and opportunities to turn your Bodog points directly into cash. In addition to all of that, pros David Williams, Josh Arieh, and Evelyn Ng all play exclusively at Bodog, and they all write instructional articles that can do wonders for your game.

Plus, Bodog has a full online casino and offers sports betting, making it a one-stop shop for all of your gambling-related needs. Convenience and a top-notch aesthetic? That’s a tough combination to beat.



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