Pot-Limit Omaha
communityhigh complexity2-10 players (ideal: 6)
Also known as: PLO, Omaha, Pot-Limit Omaha High
The second most popular poker variant worldwide. Each player receives four hole cards but must use exactly two of them combined with exactly three community cards to make a five-card hand. The two-from-hand requirement is the key distinction from Hold'em.
Quick Rules
- Each player is dealt 4 hole cards face down.
- 5 community cards are dealt in 3 stages: flop (3), turn (1), river (1).
- Players MUST use exactly 2 hole cards and exactly 3 community cards.
- Maximum bet is the size of the pot (pot-limit).
- Standard hand rankings apply.
Strategy Notes
Starting hands with connected, suited, and paired cards are strongest. Nut hands are more common — drawing to non-nut hands is dangerous. Position is even more important than in Hold'em due to pot-limit betting.
Home Game Tips
Explain the two-from-hand rule clearly — it is the most common source of confusion for Hold'em players trying Omaha. Expect bigger pots and more action than Hold'em.
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