Ever notice how some video poker machines seem to "know" when you're on a roll? It's not just luck—it's patterns. After years of grinding Jacks or Better and Deuces Wild, I've realized the real edge comes from reading the game’s rhythm. Take a standard 9/6 JoB paytable: full house at 9, flush at 6. Most players chase the royal flush, but the smart money’s in tracking mid-tier hands. When the machine’s spitting out pairs and trips early, it’s signaling a hot streak—bet max and ride it. Cold streaks? Drop your coin size and wait it out. The odds don’t change, but your timing can. Study the cycles, not just the cards.