High Roller Poker Tournaments

How a High Roller Works

The rules are those of any no-limit hold'em tournament, but the buy-in sets it apart. A higher entry fee brings a smaller field of experienced players and a prize pool that can match or pass the Main Event's with far fewer entries.

• Structure: high rollers usually have a deep starting stack and longer levels, often over one or two days.
• Entries: most allow re-entry while late registration is open, so the total entries are higher than the number of players.
• Payouts: with a small field, only a few places are paid, and the top prizes are large.
• Games: most high rollers are no-limit hold'em, but the big series also run Omaha and short deck high rollers.

How to Play a High Roller

• Know the field: many players are professionals and regulars of the high roller circuit. Expect strong, aggressive play.
• Manage your bankroll: a high roller is a big swing even for a winning player. Many players sell action or play only a few events per series.
• Use satellites: some festivals run satellites into their high rollers, a cheaper way in.

High Rollers at Live Festivals in Asia

International tours in the region run high roller and super high roller events at most of their stops, and some series are built around them. The lists on this page come from our festival database and show the upcoming events and the biggest recent results.