Glad you had a wild ride with Martingale on video poker! That Royal Flush must’ve felt like hitting the jackpot on a slot’s bonus round. I’ve seen players try Martingale on video poker before, and it’s a bold move. Doubling down after losses can pay off big if luck swings your way early, like it did for you on that fourth hand. But from what I’ve heard through the grapevine at some casino ops, video poker’s variance can make Martingale a rollercoaster. The house edge is slimmer than slots, sure, but those losing streaks can stack up fast if you’re not bankrolled for it.
A few casinos I know are tweaking their video poker paytables to nudge players toward specific machines—usually the ones with slightly worse odds for big hands like Royals. If you’re chasing this strategy again, check the paytable first. A 9/6 Jacks or Better is still your best bet for decent returns. Also, some places are rolling out loyalty promos for video poker players right now, like boosted comp points or cashback on losses. Might be worth scoping out if you’re planning to ride the Martingale wave again. Anyone else tried this and walked away grinning?