Mixed games
Formats that rotate between several poker variants, usually every orbit or every few minutes. H.O.R.S.E. (Hold'em, Omaha Hi-Lo, Razz, Stud, Stud Hi-Lo) is the best known; 8-Game adds 2-7 Triple Draw, No-Limit Hold'em and Pot-Limit Omaha. The WSOP's $50,000 Poker Players Championship is a mixed-game event.
Frequently asked questions
What are mixed games in poker?
Formats that rotate between different poker variants, changing game every orbit or on a set timer. The best-known is H.O.R.S.E. — Hold'em, Omaha Hi-Lo, Razz, Seven-Card Stud and Stud Eight-or-Better.
What is 8-Game?
An eight-variant rotation that typically adds 2-7 Triple Draw, no-limit Hold'em and pot-limit Omaha to the H.O.R.S.E. games. Larger mixes exist — Dealer's Choice events let the player on the button pick the game.
Why play mixed games?
Because the edges are bigger. Most players are weak in at least one variant, so broad competence beats deep specialisation, and the fields contain far fewer solver-trained regulars than no-limit Hold'em. The drawback is availability — live, they run mostly at high stakes and in festival schedules.