Strip Poker Deluxe

Strip Poker Deluxe presents poker with an unmistakably adult twist, building its appeal around the familiar combination of card-game strategy and risqué rewards. The rules are straightforward, so the real challenge is learning how aggressively to bet against the computer-controlled opponents. A strong hand is useful, naturally, but knowing when to bluff can be just as important. The “Deluxe” presentation adds more content and a slightly more polished feel than some earlier entries, although modern players should remember that this was still a DOS-era production. Strip Poker Deluxe is therefore best approached as a snapshot of its time rather than a sophisticated simulation. It reflects a period when computer entertainment could be surprisingly cheeky and when even a simple poker game could be marketed with considerable enthusiasm. If nothing else, it proves that poker has always been good at attracting unusual house rules.