Empire Poker was a part of the portal of Party Poker until late 2005. Empire Poker and Party Poker shared tables and players. However, after the split, although they do not share the same game tables and network, they still share the same software interface. Both Empire Poker and Party Poker are different entities now. Kahnawake Gaming Commission licenses and regulates all games at Empire Poker. Empire Poker offers many multi-table and single-table tournaments all through the year.

Games on Offer

Empire Poker offers you the choice of playing Omaha, 7 Card Stud, Omaha Hi/Lo, 7 Card Stud Hi/Lo, and Holdem games. You do not have to wait to play any game at any table at Empire Poker. Normally, game sites do not allow play on more than one site. Empire Poker however, allows you to play at three game tables simultaneously.

Deposit Options

You can pay through different deposit methods like Neteller, wire transfer, FirePay, money transfer, Visa, or MasterCard. You could also make your deposit through Citadel Commerce or IGM-Pay/Pay-Pro options, which are affiliates of Empire Poker itself. Your withdrawals could be through the same deposit options. IGM-PAY offers direct deposit in to your checking or savings account.

Empire Poker does not impose any charges for deposits or withdrawals. However, if you use credit cards for your deposit and payment mode, you might have to pay their service charges.

Bonuses and Promotions

Empire Poker offers bonuses at regular intervals of two to three months. This is normally 30% of the deposit amount with a maximum limit of $150. Regular players can earn around $200 to $300 through such bonus. You also receive many free rolls for playing regularly at the monthly tournaments. Sign up bonus is $100. You can earn Referral bonus of $50 if you refer a friend to Empire Poker.

Software

IGlobalMedia software powers all games at Empire Poker. You have to download the software to play your games. Software allows easy note taking, browsing, viewing of flop percentages and personal statistics. You can chat with other players and create your own private table too. Graphics are excellent and do not slow down while progressing with the game. Besides, regular updates and developments improve the quality of the software at Empire Poker.

You can play your games in the language of your choice. You can choose any suitable language from English, Danish, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Korean, Japanese, Norwegian, Turkish, or Swedish. Games are available in US Dollars only. 128-bit encryption ensures maximum security and privacy.

Customer Support

Empire Poker offers complete customer support twenty-four hours of the day through prompt replies to your e-mail queries. A live floor person also helps you in any problems while playing your games.

Drawbacks

There are often many connection problems at Empire Poker. This is due to excessive traffic. However, Empire Poker is combating the problem by installing many new servers. Although there are many tough players at Empire Poker, you can locate your choice of game if you want to play and relax with loose and easy games.