Caribbean Poker (Progressive)

Caribbean Stud Poker is standard Five-Card Stud Poker with a slight twist: one of the dealer's cards is always displayed. Players compete against the dealer, rather than other players. The objective of the game is to beat the dealer's hand.

Core Gameplay Rules

In Caribbean Stud Poker, each player and the dealer receive five cards. The dealer's upcard is visible, giving players some insight into potential hands. To start, players place an ante bet. After seeing their cards, players decide whether to fold or raise by placing a bet twice the ante. If raising, the dealer then reveals their remaining cards. The dealer must qualify with at least Ace-King high; if not, the ante pays 1: 1, and the raise is a push. If qualified, winning hands pay according to the paytable, while losing hands forfeit both bets.

Progressive Jackpot Option

If the casino has enabled this option, the player may place a side bet of $1 alongside the ante. This progressive wager can win substantial prizes based on the player's hand strength, regardless of the main game outcome. If dealt any of the Progressive Pay Table Hand Rankings—like a flush, full house, or royal flush—the player wins all or a portion of the progressive jackpot, depending on the hand rank. The current jackpot amount is prominently displayed at the top of the screen and grows with each side bet placed across the network.

To place the progressive bet, simply click on the designated coin slot before the deal. A red light will illuminate above the slot to confirm the bet is active. To remove the bet, click the slot again before cards are dealt.

Standard Payouts and Strategy Tips

Typical payouts for the main game include: Pair or better (1: 1), Flush (5: 1), Full House (7: 1), Straight (4: 1 wait no, standard is Straight 5: 1? Wait, actually: Royal Flush 100: 1, Straight Flush 50: 1, Four of a Kind 100: 1, Full House 7: 1, Flush 5: 1, Straight 4: 1, Three of a Kind 3: 1, Two Pair 2: 1, One Pair 1: 1. For the progressive side bet, payouts vary but often start with a flush at 50 coins, escalating to 100% of the jackpot for a royal flush.

Basic strategy suggests raising with any pair or better, and with Ace-King or higher even without a pair, especially if the dealer's upcard is weak. Always consider the progressive side bet for the thrill of life-changing wins, but remember it's optional and adds to the house edge slightly. This game combines poker skill with casino excitement, making it popular at sites like Constant Casino.