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The game of poker is considered one of the most popular card games in the world. People around the world play the game with family, friends, and at the casino. Despite the game of poker is a popular card game, the origins of the game cannot be confirmed. But in terms of the actual gameplay and the earning of money, the origins are two different things.

The origin of Poker’s gameplay

There are many theories out there that presume a “truth” to the origins, but none have been confirmed. In terms of the gameplay, the way that the game was played originated from the Persian game called As-Nas. Historians have presumed that this game is the origin of the Poker that is played around the world due to the similar style of play and how the game works. Other games from other countries have also been presumed to be the origin. Poque from France, Poca from Ireland, and Brag from Britain are some of the examples. The only clues about the true origins that are to be found eventually are that it’s from an English-speaking country and the game also used Antes.

Poker, Money, and Texas Holdem

Back in the 1800s a town outside of Corpus Christi called Robstown, Texas, was where the game was born. The game was invented around 1925. The state of Texas is actually known for having many poker legends come out of the state. Some of the most notable people are Amarillo Slim, Johnny Moss, and Doyle Brunson.

The style of this game is the most played style in the United States. However, without it going to places such as Vegas, the game wouldn’t have become a popular form of Poker played. When the game style reached Vegas, the popularity of the game increased. More styles were also brought to the city.

Tournaments are played in Vegas since it became the new capital of playing Poker among the Poker legends.

Without the game of As-Nas from the Persians or the other games from countries such as France and Britain, Poker would not be where it is today. The legends who brought Texas Hold’em to Vegas are also the people who are responsible for its popularity.