Online Poker gets a fresh twist with the introduction of a new platform, backed by legendary poker player Phil Galfond, under the banner of RSI.
BetRivers Poker Launches in Pennsylvania, Offering a Player-Friendly Experience
Rush Street Interactive (RSI) has entered the online poker market in Pennsylvania with the launch of its new platform, BetRivers Poker. The platform, developed in partnership with professional poker player Phil Galfond, aims to cater to the tastes of the poker community with its innovative features and player-centric approach.
BetRivers Poker stands out with a low cash game rake, the lowest in Pennsylvania, and a generous welcome bonus of 100% up to $1,000. The platform also offers a multi-state player network, combining Pennsylvania, Michigan, Delaware, and West Virginia, allowing players from these states to compete together in one shared liquidity pool. This four-state network is unique in offering cross-state online poker play, being the first to include West Virginia and only the second online poker operator with four-state shared liquidity in the US.
Phil Galfond's involvement significantly impacts the design and development of the platform. After RSI acquired Galfond's Run It Once Poker platform in 2022, Galfond became heavily involved as an ambassador and key contributor. He helped craft BetRivers Poker "from the ground up" with a strong player-focused approach aimed at fairness, excitement, and generous rewards for all player typesβfrom beginners to professionals. Galfond contributed extensively to game design, promotions, and policy decisions and helped assemble a team that shares his vision for online poker.
The platform offers various game formats, including cash games, Sit & Go Tournaments, and Multi-Table Tournaments. Players can earn points with every wager through the BetRivers iRush Rewards program. A unique feature of the platform is the Dynamic Avatars, which provide information about opponents' play styles based on their behavior.
Richard Schwartz, CEO of RSI, expressed excitement about BetRivers Poker going live and hopes it will bridge the gap between the digital and Rivers Casino offerings. Tim Drehkoff, chief executive of Rush Street Gaming, added that the integration of online and in-person poker will enhance player experience and provide a seamless loyalty and rewards program.
RSI will extensively promote BetRivers Poker and participate in a collaboration with Poker Night in America (PNIA) series. The company also recently published its Q3 report. BetRivers Poker enthusiasts can participate in Cub3d Sit and Go Tournaments, offering the opportunity to win up to 1500 times the buy-in in minutes.
| Feature | Details | |------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Rake | Lowest cash game rake in Pennsylvania | | Welcome Bonus | 100% deposit match up to $1,000 | | Shared Liquidity | Four-state network: PA, MI, DE, WV, allowing player pools to combine | | Unique Network Status | First to link WV poker to others; only four-state US online poker network | | New Features | Fresh satellite tournaments, innovative in-game features, player input on promotions, live streams| | Phil Galfond's Role | Key role in platform design, promotions, policy; ambassador emphasizing player fairness and rewards |
This combination of features and Galfond's involvement positions BetRivers Poker as a competitive, player-friendly, and innovative platform in the US regulated online poker market.
- The BetRivers Poker platform, a player-friendly experience launched by Rush Street Interactive, offers various casino-games like cash games, Sit & Go Tournaments, and Multi-Table Tournaments.
- Phil Galfond, a professional poker player and an ambassador for BetRivers Poker, strongly influenced the design of the platform, creating a casino-culture that focuses on fairness, excitement, and generous rewards for players of all levels.
- One innovative feature of BetRivers Poker is the Dynamic Avatars, which provide insights into opponents' play styles based on their behavior, aiding in sports betting and casino-and-gambling strategies.
- The BetRivers Poker platform, with its innovative features and commitment to the poker community, aims to challenge other online poker operators in the US regulated market.
