| Updated: Aces and Faces is a relatively simple video poker variant released by Playtech, one of the most reputable gaming studios. The game follows the rules of the classic Jacks or Better, but it offers attractive bonus payouts for landing four high cards of the same value. Players can place bets ranging from $/€0.05 to $/€5.00 per round.
Rules and Gameplay
Playtech’s Aces and Faces uses a single standard deck of cards with no Jokers or wild cards. The objective is the same as in other video poker variants: players must form one of several possible poker hands. Up to 5 coins can be wagered, with coin denominations ranging from $/€0.05 to $/€1.00.
Players receive five cards and may choose to replace any number of them during the second deal. After a win, they can opt for the Gamble feature. They play against the dealer’s face-up card and must select one of four face-down cards. If the selected card is higher than the dealer’s card, they can double either all or half of their winnings.
Paytable and Specific Features
| Hand | 1 coin | 2 coins | 3 coins | 4 coins | 5 coins |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Flush | 500 | 1000 | 2000 | 3000 | 4000 |
| 4 Aces | 80 | 160 | 240 | 320 | 400 |
| Straight Flush | 50 | 100 | 150 | 200 | 250 |
| 4 of a Kind (J, Q, or K) | 40 | 80 | 120 | 160 | 200 |
| 4 of a Kind (2-10) | 25 | 50 | 75 | 100 | 125 |
| Full House | 8 | 16 | 24 | 32 | 40 |
| Flush | 5 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 25 |
| Straight | 4 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 20 |
| 3 of a Kind | 3 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 15 |
| 2 Pair | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 |
| Jacks or Better | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
The paytable shows that, unlike standard video poker, three distinct types of Four of a Kind hands are recognized. For a one-coin bet, the Four Aces hand is the most valuable of the three, paying 80 coins, and is surpassed only by a Royal Flush. Four Jacks, Queens, or Kings pay 40 coins, while all other Four of a Kind hands pay 25 coins.
This is an 8/5 video poker game. The Royal Flush payout increases to 2,000 coins when wagering 3 coins, 3,000 coins when wagering 4 coins, and 4,000 coins when wagering 5 coins. With 5 coins wagered, the RTP of Aces and Faces is 99.25%.
Conclusion
Playtech’s Aces and Faces is a rewarding video poker game, but players should still follow at least a basic strategy to improve their chances of winning.