Think you know poker? Joker Poker adds a single wild card to the deck and flips every strategy you thought you had. At 708pub, Filipino players from Manila to Davao are discovering why this classic video poker variant is one of the most thrilling games on the platform — skill matters, variance is real, and a well-timed wild card can turn a busted hand into a Natural Royal Flush.
A quick primer for first-timers — and a refresher for seasoned players.
Joker Poker — sometimes called Joker's Wild — is a video poker variant played with a standard 53-card deck: the usual 52 cards plus one Joker. That extra card is a fully wild card, meaning it can substitute for any card in the deck to complete any hand. The Joker's presence creates new strategic possibilities and also introduces two bonus hands you won't find in standard Jacks or Better: the Five of a Kind and the distinction between a Natural Royal Flush (no Joker involved) and a Wild Royal Flush (one made with the Joker).
The game structure is the same as most video poker formats: you place a bet, receive five cards, choose which to hold, and draw replacements for the discarded ones. Your final five-card hand is then evaluated against the paytable. The lowest qualifying hand in Joker Poker is typically a pair of Kings (not Jacks as in classic video poker) — this is a critical difference that affects your holding strategy significantly.
At 708pub, Joker Poker is available both in single-hand and multi-hand formats. Multi-hand lets you play 3, 5, 10, or 52 hands simultaneously — your initial five cards are shared across all hands, but each hand draws independently. It's intense, it's fast, and when the Joker shows up in a multi-hand round, the excitement is something else entirely.
Understanding the paytable is the first step to choosing the right game variant and maximizing your expected return.
| Hand | 1 Coin | 2 Coins | 5 Coins (Max) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Royal Flush | 500 | 1,000 | 5,000 | No Joker used |
| Five of a Kind | 200 | 400 | 1,000 | Requires Joker |
| Wild Royal Flush | 100 | 200 | 500 | Royal with Joker |
| Straight Flush | 50 | 100 | 250 | |
| Four of a Kind | 20 | 40 | 100 | |
| Full House | 7 | 14 | 35 | |
| Flush | 5 | 10 | 25 | |
| Straight | 3 | 6 | 15 | |
| Three of a Kind | 2 | 4 | 10 | |
| Two Pair | 1 | 2 | 5 | |
| Kings or Better | 1 | 2 | 5 | Min qualifying hand |
* Paytable values shown are illustrative of a standard 7/5 Joker Poker variant. Actual values may vary by game title on 708pub. Always check the in-game paytable before playing.
Notice the Natural Royal Flush pays 500× per coin for 1–4 coins but jumps to 1,000× per coin at 5 coins (max bet). Playing max coins is almost always the correct decision in video poker — the bonus Royal Flush multiplier is where much of the positive RTP lives. At ₱1 per coin denomination, max bet is just ₱5 per hand.
A full-pay Joker Poker table with Kings or Better returns up to 100.64% with perfect strategy. Even without memorizing every decision tree, a basic understanding of Joker-present versus Joker-absent strategy gets you close to 99% RTP — well above most slot games.
Unlike slots, video poker rewards players who think. Here's how to approach Joker Poker at 708pub with your head, not just your gut.
Never discard the Joker. It is your single most valuable card and changes every holding decision that follows.
If you already have a complete paying hand using the Joker, hold all five cards only if it's a strong hand (Three of a Kind+). Don't break up a made Straight or Flush chasing a Royal.
Joker + 3 cards to a Royal (same suit, three of A/K/Q/J/10) is worth pursuing. Hold the Joker and the three Royal cards, discard the other two.
Joker plus a pair gives you Three of a Kind immediately. Hold the Joker and the pair; discard the two unrelated cards for a chance at a full house or four of a kind.
A pair of Kings or Aces pays. Don't break it up chasing a straight or flush unless you have 4 cards to a Royal Flush.
Break up almost any made hand (except a Straight Flush or better) to draw to a Natural Royal. The 5,000-coin max payout justifies it.
Unlike Jacks or Better, a pair of Queens or lower doesn't pay in Joker Poker. Treat low pairs as near-garbage unless they overlap with a flush or straight draw.
No pairs above Queen, no flush draw, no straight draw? Don't be afraid to discard all five and start fresh. Holding one random high card below King has negative expected value.
Many players from Makati and BGC who are used to live poker tables make the mistake of applying table-poker instincts to video poker — bluffing and reading opponents doesn't apply here. In Joker Poker, you're playing pure math against the paytable. The good news is that with a few hours of practice on 708pub's free-play mode, the strategy becomes second nature, even while chatting on GCash with your barkada.
There are dozens of online casinos available to Filipino players — here's what sets 708pub apart for video poker enthusiasts.
708pub offers Joker Poker in single-hand, 3-hand, 5-hand, 10-hand, and 52-hand formats. Whether you prefer a methodical single-hand session or a fast-paced 10-hand storm, the choice is yours.
All bets and payouts are displayed in Philippine Peso. No confusing currency conversions. Minimum bets start from ₱1 per coin, making the game accessible for casual players and high-rollers in Makati alike.
Top up your 708pub wallet via GCash or Maya in under 3 minutes. No need for credit cards or bank visits — just open your GCash app, scan the QR, and you're ready to deal.
Joker Poker on 708pub is fully optimized for Android and iOS. The card interface is large, tap-friendly, and responsive — no accidental holds or discards even on a jeepney ride through EDSA traffic.
The RNG powering 708pub's Joker Poker titles is independently tested and certified. Every card draw is random and uninfluenced by your previous sessions, bet size, or account status.
Got a question about a hand, a payout discrepancy, or a GCash deposit that didn't reflect? Our Tagalog-fluent live chat agents respond in an average of 3–5 minutes, any time of day.
New to the platform? You can go from zero to your first hand in less than five minutes.
Create your free 708pub account. Fill in your name, mobile number, and email. Confirm via OTP. Done in 90 seconds.
Load your wallet via GCash, Maya, QR Ph, BPI, or BDO. Minimum ₱100. Funds arrive instantly for e-wallets.
Navigate to the Video Poker section inside 708pub Casino. Select your preferred Joker Poker variant and coin size.
Place your bet, receive your five cards, hold your keepers, draw, and collect. Withdraw winnings to GCash in minutes.
First-time 708pub members qualify for a 100% match bonus up to ₱10,000 on their first deposit. Note: video poker typically contributes at a reduced rate toward wagering requirements — check the current bonus T&C in your account dashboard for exact contribution percentages before using bonus funds on Joker Poker.
Joker Poker is a game of skill and probability — and like all forms of gambling, it carries risk. 708pub encourages all Filipino players to approach the game as entertainment, not a guaranteed income source. Even with near-100% RTP under optimal strategy, variance means losing sessions are normal and expected.
All gambling activities on 708pub are strictly for players aged 21 years and older, in accordance with PAGCOR regulations governing online gaming in the Philippines. Age verification is required during the KYC process. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful.