Omaha
Omaha poker, or Omaha High, is a variation of Texas Holdem poker that offers much wider hand possibilities that adds another layer of strategy and excitement to the game.
The Game
As with Texas Holdem, Omaha is a game during which players use community cards to create a hand. In Omaha however, players are dealt four cards (hole cards) dealt face down, while five community cards are dealt face up on the table throughout a series of four betting rounds.
Rules
Again, as with Texas Holdem, the object is to win the pot that players invest in by betting during the various rounds but with two major differences. In Omaha, players create their best poker hand by using exactly two of their four hole cards, combined with exactly three community cards. The best five-card poker hand among those in contention for the pot wins.
Types of Omaha
The game of Omaha itself has variations. Omaha Hi -Lo uses the game details above but plays with low and high poker hand possibilities.
As per Texas Holdem, there are three betting variations of Omaha that can be played out in ring or tournament game play.
- No Limit: Players may bet all of their chips at any time.
- Pot Limit: Players may bet an amount equal to the pot size.
- Limit: Players may bet a fixed amount for each round.
Below, you'll learn the basics of playing Omaha (High) online, within your home or in a brick & mortar poker room or casino.
How to play Omaha
The mechanics for playing Omaha are identical to those for Texas Holdem; once you understand how to play Holdem, you understand how to play Omaha. The only difference is in the number of cards which each player receives and the rules they must follow for making the best five-card poker hand.
View the rules for Texas Holdem