Since the 1830s, poker has been a popular casino game in Mexico. The game is played with a variety of decks, including regular 52-card decks and jokers, and can be played for money or for points. The game is often considered a form of blackjack, but there are some key differences. For example, in blackjack, the player is trying to get as close to 21 as possible without going over.
In poker, the goal is to get as many cards as possible to equal or exceed a certain value (called a hand), usually 21. Some variations of poker also involve betting on particular hands, which adds an extra layer of strategy.
Despite its popularity in Mexico, poker has not yet become widely popular in the United States. One reason may be that the game can be quite difficult to learn; even professional players can make mistakes. Additionally, U.S.
players are often not familiar with some of the variations of the game that are popular in Mexico. However, with more people becoming interested in learning about and playing card games, poker may start to gain traction in America in the near future.
