Dream Poker

In the U.S., there have been recent changes in regulations. These impact players in a big way and require these players to take notice if they want to keep playing safe and legal online poker. The Zero Sum (Game) Podcast, hosted by Matthew Deschamps, has addressed this situation on a few recent occasions. They provide a guide that offers the best clarity concerning what has happened, as well as a ‘what-is-happening-now’ perspective, so U.S. players can actually understand the evolving landscape of online poker and make informed decisions about their bankroll.

Closure Announcement

All U.S. players will no longer have access to Dream Poker. The decision comes in the wake of new laws affecting online gaming in several states. If they are not made whole, the affected players are in a worse position than they would be if Dream Poker were to go dark. Players should log in immediately to retrieve their remaining funds through authorized means, such as bank wire transfers or e-wallets. All entry into tournaments and play in real-money games will be off-limits to U.S. users. Test out the selection of games and the poker platform's software. The games and the software are by far the biggest influencers on your online poker experience. You want a good range of poker formats, as well as some fast-fold poker, with reliable, easy-to-use, and intuitive interfaces.

Promotions and loyalty programs also add significant long-term value. Competitive welcome bonuses, rakeback deals, and tiered rewards poker programs all help to enhance the growth of your poker bankroll. Just be sure to check the play-through conditions on those deals before getting too excited.

Recommended Alternative Poker Rooms: BetOnline

BetOnline combines poker with sports betting, offering many great cash games and tournaments. They include the Sunday Main Event. It accepts most players and supports instant deposits with same-day payouts. The Chico Poker Network powers its tables with good prize multipliers. A 100% welcome bonus goes up to $1,000, and there’s a fantastic 25% rakeback via the loyalty points appeal to grinders. Criticism includes outdated software and traffic congestion during peak hours outside U.S. time zones. Security features include two-factor authentication and RNG certification by iTech Labs.

Alternative Poker Rooms: America’s Cardroom

ACR owns the tournament scene, boasting events like The Venom and a Million Dollar Sunday series. They are part of the Winning Poker Network and offer anonymous tables to deter HUDs. They feature Omaha Hi/Lo and Fast-Fold poker.

If you’re a low-stakes player, consider sites like Global Poker. They host Micro-Stakes. If you play at a higher level, ACR offers you High-Roller tables. BetOnline has anonymous tables that level the field for recreational players and reduce data mining.

Best Poker Games: Texas Hold ’em

Texas Hold ’em’s beauty is in its simplicity. None of the strategies you find within Hold ’em will work in other games. Positional awareness is key, as it involves knowing where to play and, more importantly, where not to play since every position is weak at some point in a rotation.

The Pot Odds Calculation feature helps you compare the size of the bet to the potential win amount, which determines Call/Fold decisions, with the understanding that poker is a game of decisions. CoinPoker features tables with buy-ins that attract aggressive professionals.

How to Move to a New Poker Room

First of all, Dream Poker is no longer in business. To access the Dream Poker funds, I had to request support; that worked better than trying to reactivate my account. In your new poker room, try to use the same software that allows you to move your old hand histories to the new place. Play for real long-term value. That's found primarily in promotions, which should be the first thing that gets your attention in a new poker room. From bonuses to promo offers to tiered rewards, you can massively boost your bankroll. Read the terms and conditions to see if you can make sense of the play-through requirements before accepting any promotional cash.

Key Features to Consider for a New Poker Platform

Finding a safe and trustworthy online poker site requires careful consideration of several key site attributes. They require rigorous financial and operational audits of the poker sites they license.

Test out the selection of games and the poker platform's software. The games and the software are by far the biggest influencers on your online poker experience. You want a good range of poker formats, as well as some fast-fold poker, with reliable, easy-to-use, and intuitive interfaces.

Promotions and loyalty programs also add significant long-term value. Competitive welcome bonus deals, and tiered rewards poker programs all help to enhance the growth of your poker bankroll. Just be sure to check the play-through conditions on those deals before getting too excited.

Customer support access is what really separates the respectable operators from the also-rans. There should be access to support via both live chat and email. Also, site payment flexibility is essential.

The Legacy of Dream Poker

Dream Poker was launched in 2010. It quickly became a great poker destination. The poker rooms have very good Sit & Go leaderboards, and you'll see many nice weekly tournaments for the global community. Dream Poker was the first online poker room to introduce anonymous tables, which helped reduce player tracking. While Dream Poker's current focus is no longer on offering services to U.S.-based players, the influence that its use of tournament structures and anti-collision measures has had on top poker sites today can still be felt.

FAQ

1. Is my Dream Poker account balance safe during the shutdown?

All player funds are protected in segregated accounts and are awaiting your instruction to be cashed out. You can initiate your full cashouts through the account dashboard.

2. Can I use the same payment method on the new poker sites?

For the most part, the recommended sites accept the most common alternative payment methods, such as Skrill, Neteller, and Bitcoin. Check the terms of service on the new site's cashier page just to stay safe.

3. Will my player stats or hand histories be transferred?

There is no good way to do that either. At Dream Poker, they don't let you play on a poker tracking program, but you can export the hands you want to keep if you do it right away and then use the Request Data, too, in settings. Most of the alternative rooms utilize programs that integrate with their systems.

4. Are these alternative sites even legal for U.S. players?

Most of the recommended sites are operating legally under the same sorts of sweepstakes laws (like Global Poker) that poker rooms used to operate under. Always check your state's regulations before you sign up for anything.

Conclusion

In your new poker room, try to use the same software that allows you to move your old hand histories to the new place. Play for real long-term value. That's found primarily in promotions, which should be the first thing that gets your attention in a new poker room. From bonuses to rakeback offers to tiered rewards, you can massively boost your bankroll.

The ending of Dream Poker in the United States marks a turning point. Players now have some very great substitutes. You must place a premium on licensed operators that offer a vast array of major poker variants and superb player support. These new venues will enable you to become familiar with some excellent features and attractive bonuses.