The rewards for ordinary natural hands can surprise a player coming from Jacks or Better. This archive discussion raises the question of what pays in Deuces Wild, where wild-card combinations change the distribution of winners and the meaning of familiar hand names.
The wider question
A useful hand comparison starts with the exact variant and its complete payout schedule. A familiar game name is not enough to identify every rule. When reading a historical strategy discussion, keep its assumptions attached to the example; a different schedule or extra feature may call for a different comparison.
This is an original editorial reading note on the topic of a John Robison column, not a reproduction of the full article. The date above belongs to the original publication. Read the linked column for the author’s complete account and conclusions.
Ask the Slot Expert: Deuces Wild doesn't pay enough
John Robison · Dec 31, 2025
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