Who We Are and What Drives Us
Poker in the United States is at a turning point. Regulated online markets are expanding, offshore options continue to attract players, and the gap between a good poker site and a great one has never been more meaningful. Our job is to help you tell the difference.
This platform was built specifically for American poker players. Whether you’re grinding cash games in a regulated state, hunting for the best tournament series, or simply trying to understand which sites are actually worth your time, everything here is written with you in mind.
The Team Behind the Content
Our editorial work is led by Wayne Dussault, our lead analyst and editor-in-chief. Wayne brings more than 11 years of experience covering the poker and online gaming industry, with a background that spans hand analysis columns, tournament previews, and in-depth regulatory coverage. His work has appeared across iGaming trade publications and a major poker media platform, and he holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism with a minor in statistics.
That combination matters. It means the analysis here is grounded in data, not gut feeling, and the writing is shaped by someone who actually plays the game. Wayne follows the major tournament circuit closely, participates in home games regularly, and has spent years tracking legislative developments in states like New Jersey, Nevada, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.
Beyond Wayne, our broader team includes writers and reviewers with hands-on experience in the online poker space. They bring knowledge of platform software, bankroll strategy, and the nuances of the regulated US market that a casual observer simply wouldn’t have.
What We Cover
The US poker landscape is genuinely complex. State-by-state regulation means what’s available to a player in Pennsylvania looks very different from what’s accessible in Texas. Offshore platforms introduce their own considerations around security, payment processing, and legal standing. We cover all of it honestly.
Our content includes:
- In-depth poker site reviews built around a structured evaluation process
- Guides to regulated online poker in individual US states
- Tournament previews and format breakdowns
- Strategy content covering everything from cash game fundamentals to multi-table tournament play
- News and analysis tracking the evolving US regulatory environment
Content is reviewed and updated regularly. The poker world moves quickly, and outdated information does real harm. When a site’s rakeback structure changes or a new state launches regulated poker, we make sure the relevant pages reflect that.
Our Editorial Standards
Transparency matters to us. Some of the poker sites featured on this platform are connected to affiliate partnerships, which means we may earn a commission if you sign up through one of our links. That revenue supports the work we do.
However, commercial relationships do not determine how platforms are rated or ranked. Our editorial team evaluates every site using the same structured criteria, and no partner receives preferential treatment in our assessments. The goal is to give you an honest picture so you can make a decision that fits your game.
We take editorial independence seriously. Reviews are written based on merit, and sites that fall short on key measures won’t receive positive coverage simply because a partnership exists. That principle guides everything published here.
Built for the American Player
Understanding the US poker market requires more than a surface-level familiarity with the games. It requires knowing which states have active player pools, how interstate compacts affect liquidity, what separates a trustworthy licensed platform from a poorly run offshore room, and how payment options vary by state.
That’s the depth we aim to provide. Whether you’re a recreational player looking for a reliable site to play the occasional tournament, or a serious grinder evaluating rakeback deals and traffic numbers, this is a resource designed to serve your needs at every level of the game.