PokerStars App for Android Review
PokerStars for Android is the app version of the famous PokerStars website. It is designed for the experience poker player who expects to have the same gaming experience as offered by the PokerStars website. You can get PokerStars Android app for free from Google Play Store.
PokerStars App Features
PokerStars app for Android is for the professional poker player. Unlike most other poker apps in Google Play Store that comes with creepy UIs and unsolicited popups, PokerStars spots a professional and uncluttered interface that let you easily immerse in the intensity of each round. It does not tell you about the strength of a hand nor does it indicate if a meaningful hand really exists. In other words, the actual experience and knowledge of a player matters in comparison to other poker apps in Google Play. Owing to Google Play restrictions, you can’t play using actual money in PokerStars for Android. The sign up process is rather lengthy and it might annoy few. It is strange that it has no ‘guest’ account feature.
But once you’re in, it is a lot quick and easier to get into a game. Clicking ‘Play Now’ triggers the app to drop you directly into a table with a free seat, letting you to immediately jump into the game sans any waiting time. Further, PokerStars let you play at multiple tables simultaneously. Each table in which you’re seated appears as a mini view on top of the screen. You can switch tables by simply tapping on the one you wish to play at next. Of course, the app will alert you when it is your action is required at a particular table. As mentioned, the UI is well designed. The buttons to check, fold, call or raise are properly sized that chances of wrongly clicking a button is unlikely. But the visuals are a bit unsophisticated. It could be because the focus is on quick-tempo gameplay rather than the looks.
Conclusion
PokerStars app for Android provides access to the largest player base and the biggest and best poker tournaments, plus a host of features you won’t find in any other app. The app is suited for experienced players rather than amateurs. The game play is slick and fast. UI is well designed. It also supports multi-table gaming. Make sure you accept push notifications when you download the app. Verdict: PokerStars fans will love it.
Category: Free Android Apps
