1st Time Online!

**DerekDGTP** · 10-02-2007 12:35 AM

Well, I was playing some "play money" games on fulltilt for a little bit to get used to online play. I tried a couple of tables but there seemed to be too many people that wanted to pay any amount to see the flop. Later on, I'd see what they'd call on and it was just stupid.

**Chipless Wonder** · 10-02-2007 07:58 AM

The play money tables are totally insane. I'd recommend using them only until you get used to the software. After that, the sooner you get to the real money, the better. Just try your hardest to stick to the 5% bankroll rule though.

**DerekDGTP** · 10-02-2007 08:41 AM

I used up $1,000 in play money twice before quitting last night. I actually played okay, lost it on people staying in for the hell of it and getting lucky draws. I have to keep those games in perspective I guess.

**MJ21** · 10-02-2007 09:17 AM

Those play money tables are not representative of real money poker play. Try small limits or play limit for a while until you are comfortable.

**DerekDGTP** · 10-02-2007 11:13 AM

Yeah, that's what I'm going to do. I definitely wanted to get used to the different features of the game before throwing money into it.

I'll probably jump on tonight and start playing for real.

**DerekDGTP** · 10-03-2007 09:09 PM

I've played a few more play money games. I actually found a decent table with decent players not trying to play stupid. (not that I am smart) I'm still a little nervous about putting the real thing on the table.

**cansn3000** · 08-14-2009 07:15 AM

Go for it man, although, like said up above, first get use to the software, keep in mind that at first sight play money and real money look the same, just buttons with numbers that are clicked..and believe me are very easy to click..make sure you know at least a little what you're doing.

Good luck my friend!