4.6 /5

In the early 2010s, poker players could choose from only a few standout rooms: PokerStars, partypoker, Full Tilt, and 888poker. Fast forward to 2025, and the situation has flipped — competition is fierce, with new online poker sites launching almost monthly. This is great news for players, as these new sites often offer generous promotions to attract traffic right from the start. One such newcomer is VangPoker — a new place to play poker for crypto enthusiasts seeking action and bonuses. In this review, we’ll take a detailed look at the available games, deposit and withdrawal methods, and bonuses you can expect.

General Overview

VangPoker was launched in 2025 and is operated by UPP Gaming Technology S.R.L, registered in Costa Rica. The platform is fully blockchain-based and only accepts Tether (USDT), operating exclusively through crypto wallets.

All deposits and withdrawals are handled exclusively in Tether via the TRON network. Traditional payment methods are not supported. The platform targets the Asian market — currently offering English and Vietnamese versions.

Thanks to its legal setup, the room is not subject to most regional restrictions and accepts users from around the world.

What games are available on VangPoker?

VangPoker offers both classic poker formats as well as some unique game types. Standard options include No-Limit Hold'em and Pot-Limit Omaha. One standout format is Squid Game — a twist on NL Hold’em with added prize mechanics. Each player contributes to a shared pool, and payouts are based on in-session performance, encouraging action-heavy play.

The platform supports cash games, tournaments, and spins. Here’s a quick breakdown:

Cash. The lowest-stakes Hold’em tables run at $0.10/$0.25, while the highest go up to $5/$10. Omaha games start from PL10, and Chinese poker starts at just a $0.05 ante. There’s also a VIP Games section in the lobby for high-stakes action, with tables running as high as $500/$1,000. Most players on the platform prefer short-handed formats, though full-ring tables are also available.

Bomb Rush combines the speed of fast-fold poker with the excitement of Bomb Pots. After folding, you're immediately seated at a new table with a fresh hand. Occasionally, the pot is inflated by forced antes from all players, leading to a more intense battle for the pot. These hands start directly on the flop.

Tournaments. MTTs are not the room’s strong suit. On March 17, 2025, only 14 tournaments were listed — far below what PokerStars or GGPoker offer. The largest prize pool of the day was $2,500 in the Daily Main Event. Formats include turbos, hyper-turbos, knockouts, deep stacks, and standard freezeouts.

Spins. Spin&Gem offers multipliers up to x20,000. Buy-ins range from $0.25 to $20, making Spin&Gem a fast-paced way to play poker for real money, with a top prize of $200,000. Players collect Magic Gems for bonus rewards. For example, 3,000 purple gems can be exchanged for $350.

How to register

You can sign up via the website or desktop/mobile client. Here's how the web registration works:

1. Visit the official website
2. Click Sign Up
3. Enter your email address
4. Click Send
5. Copy the verification code from your email
6. Paste the code in the necessary field
7. Set a password (8–16 characters)
8. Add a referral code, if available
9. Agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy
10. Click Submit

You can also use your phone number to sign up — just replace the email with a mobile number, and the code will arrive via SMS.

Promotions

VangPoker’s bonus system clearly takes cues from GGPoker and the Good Game network. Newcomers are greeted with two major offers:

• 200% first deposit bonus up to $1,200. To claim the full amount, players must deposit $600. Players have 90 days to clear the bonus. The minimum qualifying deposit is $10. Every 500 loyalty points unlocks $1 in bonus cash.
• Beginner Missions. A “Honeymoon”-style quest line with tasks like “Get pocket aces in NL Hold’em” or “Play 20 hands of PLO.” Completing the full mission set earns $388 in cash and tournament tickets. To take part in the promotion, visit the Rewards section, click on Beginner Missions, and then Start Now.

Other promos echo the GG style as well — like daily leaderboards for various formats. In cash games alone, VangPoker gives away $1,750 every day. It’s not quite the $50,000 seen on GGPoker, but competition here is significantly softer. The rake race is split into three tiers: NL25, NL50, and NL100.

The room also offers a Bad Beat Jackpot for NL Hold’em and PLO tables. In Hold’em, the minimum qualifying hand is a full house of AAATT; in Omaha — quads (2222). The losing player receives 10% of the jackpot, the winner gets 3%, and the remaining opponents at the table each receive 0.8%.

Rake and rakeback

In cash games, the room takes 4.5% from the pot. High-stakes poker has a 4% rake. Here’s a detailed breakdown by limit for Hold’em and Omaha:

The rake in tournaments and spins is 10% of the buy-in.

The VangPoker loyalty program offers up to 40% rakeback. There are five tiers:

• Bronze
• Silver
• Gold
• Diamond
• Master

Each tier is divided into several levels. For example, the Gold tier has 3 levels with 17%, 18%, and 20% rakeback. Your status depends on the number of loyalty points you earn. Here these are called Up Poker Network Points or “UPP”. You receive 100 points for every $1 of rake. Rakeback is paid out weekly on Sundays.

A nice feature of the loyalty program: Gold, Silver, and Bronze statuses are permanent. For instance, if you reach Gold status in January and then take a 3-month break, you won’t have to start from scratch in May — you’ll still receive 20% rakeback.

How to deposit

VangPoker only accepts one payment method: Tether cryptocurrency. Both deposits and withdrawals are processed through the TRON network. Here’s how to deposit:

1. Download the poker client.
2. Log in.
3. Go to the Cashier.
4. Select Tether and enter the deposit amount.
5. You’ll receive wallet details.
6. Open your crypto wallet or exchange account.
7. Scan the QR code or copy the wallet address to send the funds.

The money will be credited instantly via blockchain confirmation. The room charges no commission. The minimum deposit is $10.

Here’s how to request a withdrawal:

1. Log in to your account.
2. Go to the Cashier.
3. Select Tether and enter the withdrawal amount.
4. Confirm the transaction.

The system will send you an automatic notification that your payment is being processed. You can track the status of your withdrawal in the cashier. The maximum withdrawal amount is $100,000, and the fee is $1. Usually, the money arrives within a few minutes after the request is submitted. From day one, VangPoker supports P2P transfers, a feature not always available on many traditional platforms. In this regard, the crypto poker room has outperformed traditional brands.

Software

The poker site has clients for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Mobile apps must be downloaded from the official website. They’re not available in the Google Play or App Store catalogs. System requirements are listed in the table:

VangPoker’s desktop software resembles a simplified version of the GGPoker client. One difference is that the avatar, balance, and cashier are placed on the left side of the screen. In Good Game network rooms, these elements are shown on the right.

Other than that, the clients are almost identical. The main page highlights promotions and key software features. Some of the most important ones are:

• Built-in HUD. The room does not allow external trackers, but provides an alternative. Users get access to 12 stats: VPIP, PFR, ATS, 3-Bet, C-Bet, Donk, Raise, 4-Bet, AF, WTSD, WWSF, W$SD. You can change the display format in the settings.
• Interactive emojis. The software lets you “compliment” an opponent for hitting a gutshot on the river with a chicken emoji or other image.
• Chat. If your opponent played an especially slick hand, you can express admiration through the chat. You're also allowed to combine emojis with compliments.
• Multitabling. In cash games, you can open up to 4 tables at once. For tournaments, the limit is higher — up to 20 tables. Users can choose how tables are displayed.

You can also customize your gaming experience to make it easier to play poker efficiently across multiple tables. For example, if you pre-set your bet sizes for preflop and postflop, you won’t waste time dragging sliders. Hotkeys also help speed up your game. Auto top-up to 100 BBs ensures you’re always playing a full stack. You can also customize the appearance of the table and deck.

Pros and Cons

Key advantages of VangPoker:

• Soft player pool
• Moderate rake
• 200% first deposit bonus up to $1,200
• Rakeback up to 40%
• Daily cash game rake races

Main drawbacks of the platform:

• Low traffic
• No traditional payment methods
• No support for tracking software
• Still new to the online poker industry

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