Strategy
Shorthanded
短桌游戏
Shorthanded games have 4-6 players and feature different dynamics than full-ring games. Position becomes even more important, and ranges are wider. Shorthanded play requires aggressive stealing and defending.
Example
In a 6-max game, you can open 40%+ of hands from the button.
Related Terms
More Strategy Terms
GTO (Game Theory Optimal)
A mathematically unexploitable strategy derived from game theory.
Bluff
Betting or raising with a weak hand to induce opponents to fold better hands.
Semi-Bluff
Betting or raising with a drawing hand that could improve to the best hand.
Exploitative Play
A strategy that specifically targets and exploits opponents' tendencies and weaknesses.
Float
Calling a bet in position with a weak hand, planning to bluff if checked to on the next street.
Slow Play
Playing a strong hand passively to disguise its strength and trap opponents.