Play the Odds, Not the House

Forget poker nights and luck-based bets. Blackout Poker by Big Run Studios is where skill beats chance and smart players win cash. In this fast-paced twist on five-card draw, you’re not playing against the house. You’re up against real players in timed, high-stakes rounds where the right calls score big. Whether you’re competing for a spot on the leaderboard or earning real-world prizes, this is poker built for mobile competition.

Each round is short, sharp, and strategic. Matches move fast, and every decision counts. Powered by Skillz, you compete for real-money rewards in fair, skill-based matchups. Bluffing? That’s old-school. In Blackout Poker, skill is the only edge that matters.

Deal, Hold, Draw: Every Move Matters

Each match is played in five fast rounds. Here’s how it works:

• Hit “Deal” to get your first five cards.
• Tap to hold the cards you want to keep.
• Hit “Draw” before the timer runs out to replace the rest.
• Each card you don’t keep is dealt into its own new hand, giving you 10 chances to score per round.
• Only hands with Jacks or better earn points.

You’ve got seconds to think, act, and optimize. If you hold too long, you miss the time bonus. Make the wrong call? You don’t score as high. Smart strategy and split-second decisions make all the difference.

Master the Draw: Your Quick Guide to Playing

This isn’t poker night with chips and chance. Blackout Poker changes the rules:

• No bad beats: You’re rewarded for optimal poker play every time.
• Only the best score: Weak pairs? Toss them. Only Jacks or better count.
• Time is a weapon: Quick, clever plays earn critical bonus points.

Watch Your Stack: Mistakes Are Expensive

In Blackout Poker, the wrong move can cost you the match. Play too slowly, and you’ll miss out on vital time bonuses. Keep your focus tight and your choices sharp.

Tips to Win More Hands

Want to rise up the leaderboard? Here’s how players dominate:

• Learn the hand hierarchy: Know which hands score and which ones never will.
• Use time strategically: Speed matters, but don’t rush into weak draws.

Winning in Blackout Poker means thinking faster and smarter than your opponent. Play like a pro, and the rewards will stack up. 

Real Rewards, Real Wins, Real Competition

Blackout Poker is a real-money tournament platform powered by Skillz. Every match is ranked, matched by skill level, and built for fair competition. Play on iOS, Android, or the web.

Big Run Studios: Built for Competitive Play

Big Run Studios is the force behind the cards. Founded by Andrew Bell and Buren Renick, this studio knows what makes mobile games truly competitive. Every title they launch is designed to reward skill, not luck. With Blackout Poker, they’ve reimagined classic poker as a speed-driven, head-to-head and tournament style challenge.

Real stakes. Real skill. Ready to deal yourself in? Play now!