888Poker increases rakeback by 30% during Happy Hour
From September 30 to October 6, 888Poker is running the Happy Hour promotion: cash game players receive 30% more rakeback. Find out more details and participation conditions.
From September 30 to October 6, 888Poker is running a special promotion for cash game players — Happy Hour Rakeback . During this period, participants can receive an extra 30% rakeback, making playing at the tables even more profitable. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the promotion’s terms, the standard rakeback rates at 888Poker, how to claim the welcome bonus, and what this news means for PPPoker club players. Happy Hour Rakeback: How to Get an Extra 30% Rakeback During the Happy Hour Rakeback promotion at 888Poker, cash game players can get an increased return of a portion of the rake — the fee the poker room takes from each pot. From September 30 to October 6, there will be a daily “happy hour” at a set time, during which extra rakeback is awarded. Promotion period: September 30 to October 6 Promotion time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM GMT For players from Canada: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM local time Players from the UK are not eligible for this promotion To receive the extra rakeback, you need to play cash games in No-Limit Hold'em, Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), PLO5, or PLO6 during the specified period and generate at least $10 in rake during the Happy Hour Rakeback. Once the requirements are met, the player will receive an additional 30% rakeback on the amount of rake generated at cash tables during the promotion. Which Limits and Games Are Included in the Promotion All major 888Poker cash games are included in the promotion: No-Limit Hold'em — limits from $0.01/$0.02 up to $25/$50 Pot-Limit Omaha — limits from $0.01/$0.02 up to $5/$10 PLO5 and PLO6 — also included in the promotion This means both beginners and experienced players can take advantage of the offer, regardless of their chosen limits. The main requirement is to generate $10 in rake during the promotion to qualify for the extra cashback. Rake is the fee the poker room takes from each pot. Rakeback is the return of part of this fee to the player, usually as a percentage of the rake paid. Standard Rakeback Rates at 888Poker Outside of the Happy Hour Rakeback promotion, 888Poker has a standard rakeback system for all cash game players. The rakeback percentage depends on the amount of rake generated over a certain period. Here is the table of standard rakeback rates: Rake Amount for the Period Standard Rakeback up to $10 0% $10–$100 10% $100–$500 15% $500–$1,000 20% over $1,000 27% During Happy Hour, an extra 30% is added to the standard rakeback on the amount of rake generated during the promotion. For example, if you generate $100 in rake during Happy Hour, you’ll receive the standard rakeback plus an additional $30. Welcome Bonus for New 888Poker Players To take part in the Happy Hour Rakeback promotion, you need to have an account at 888Poker. New players are eligible for welcome bonuses, which depend on their country of residence: For players from the UK — a £50 bonus with a deposit of at least £10 using promo code GET50 . This includes 15 $1 tickets on the first day and 10 $1 tickets each day for the next five days. For players from other countries — $8 free and a 100% first deposit bonus up to $1,000. Important: Deposits made via Neteller or Skrill do not qualify for the welcome bonus. Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get an Extra 30% Rakeback Register at 888Poker (or log in to your account). From September 30 to October 6, play cash games in No-Limit Hold'em, PLO, PLO5, or PLO6 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM GMT (or 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM local time for Canada). Generate at least $10 in rake during the promotion period. Receive an extra 30% rakeback on the amount of rake generated during Happy Hour. What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For PPPoker club members, this news is a great example of how major poker rooms encourage active play through temporary promotions with increased rakeback. Such promo campaigns allow players to significantly boost their cashback and make their time at the tables more profitable. PPPoker club players should look out for similar offers in their own clubs or consider discussing with club management the possibility of running temporary promotions with increased rakeback. This can not only increase loyalty among regular members but also attract new players to the club. Additionally, understanding the rakeback structure and promotion terms on leading platforms like 888Poker helps players make more informed choices when selecting clubs and game formats on PPPoker, maximizing their income through rakeback.