If you’re looking to host a regular poker home game, there are a few things you’ll need to make sure you have on hand. Too often people think they can run a home game and end up forgetting some key things that help make a home game great. That’s why we are going to help our readers in this post. Here are the top 5 things you need for a successful poker night:
1. A good poker table
This is probably the most important thing you’ll need. A decent poker table will make your game more comfortable and enjoyable for everyone. This might mean spending a bit to ensure you provide a suitable surface for your poker mates.
2. Poker chips
You’ll need enough poker chips for each player, plus a few extra in case someone wants to buy in or cash out. Additionally, you’ll want a high-quality chip made of clay or composite. The best poker chip sets can be quite costly but they are likely to last longer than poor quality plastic sets you can get anywhere on the cheap.
3. A deck of cards
A regular deck of cards will suffice, but you might want to invest in a higher quality deck if you’re planning on playing a lot of poker. Playing cards are probably the least expensive thing to cater for a poker night. We recommend having at least 2 decks per table so you have a back up in case a deck gets marked.
4. Snacks and drinks
Poker games can go on for a long time, so make sure you have plenty of snacks and drinks on hand to keep everyone happy. We suggest you taking a quick poll beforehand with something like Google Forms so you get a good idea of what people want to eat and drink. It should not be up to you to provide and pay for all the snacks. Instead, there should be a communal pool of funds that helps pay for the snacks and beverages. This helps share the cost and doesn’t hit the organisers pocket.
5. A friendly attitude
Poker is a game, so remember to keep things light and have fun. If the environment is friendly and there are players just wanting to enjoy themselves, the games will be better. There is nothing worse than having people argue or shout at a poker night. Furthermore, people won’t want to return to your poker night if they’ve had a miserable experience. That’s why reminding players that everyone should be respectful and polite as a cardinal rule is important.
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