Review of Empire Poker

Overall Score: 8/10

Empire Poker is a sister casino of Party Poker and shares the same player base and software. Together this network boasts the highest traffic numbers in ring games on the web with maximum simultaneous players exceeding 40,000. Due to its size Empire Poker (like Party Poker) is able to offer great promotions and intense tournament action around the clock. The tournament action at Empire Poker is unique and not shared with Party Poker. There is also no shortage of game action at all levels with a large proportion of beginner players frequenting the tables. Empire Poker is a top all round choice.

Software Interface
With Regular updates and a rock solid backend system the Empire Poker software, along with Party Poker, is top class. The graphics themselves may not be as flashy as some of the competitors but that's mostly a mater of personal preference. In terms of stability and response times there are very few complaints about the Empire Poker software even though the system handles up to 50,000+ simultaneous players at times. The statistics displayed in the Empire Poker software are basic, not as detailed as some of its competitors, but good enough for most purposes. You're permitted to play 3 tables per player - for all you speed junkies, and there are a few other nice features such as the ability to take notes on players.

Poker Action
Empire Poker handles huge volumes of traffic with non-stop 24/7 poker action. Even in non peak hours there is still plenty ring table action for most. At peaks, the network supports 50,000+ players - that's a lot of poker action!

Tournament Action
One of the benefits of Empire Poker's size is its ability to continuously offer tournaments and freerolls. One difference between Empire Poker and Party Poker is that the multi-table tournament games are not shared. In that regard Party Poker has a bit of an edge on Empire Poker in regard to the amount of tournament action offered. Empire is still top class though. Check out Empire Poker's current events to see what's running now.

The Rake
Empire Poker's take from the tables is a bit pricy as is Party Poker's, especially for the low limit games where up to 10% can be raked. Playing higher stake tables you get a far better deal at Empire Poker.

Game Variation
Game variation at Empire Poker is good thanks to the large traffic numbers. Certainly there will be a few extra games that you may wish were offered but the more popular forms of poker are well represented in good numbers.

Promotions and Bonuses
Empire Poker offers regular purchase offers, loyalty "points" in the form of freerolls and eligibility to other promotions. To start playing with a 20% sign-up bonus download Empire Poker via this link. Empire Poker offers a good referral program where you can earn $50 for bringing a friend to the tables.

Banking & Support
The financial interface of Empire Poker is rock solid. Not even a suggestion of complaints there. The cash-in and cash-out options are also top class with a wide choice of international banking options. One less favorable mention is the Empire Poker support service. While not bad, support at Empire Poker is often slow - I suppose they're growing too fast to be able to serve everyone in a timely matter.

Summary
Empire Poker is a top choice on most counts. The shear popularity of the Empire Poker network demonstrates that they are doing something right. With the huge ring table numbers and tournament action Empire Poker has to be a top choice for most players.

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