PokerTH is a free, open-source Texas Hold’em poker game that brings the classic card game experience to your computer. Since its launch in 2006, this versatile application has evolved into a full-featured poker platform supporting up to ten players in both local and online matches.

Available across Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, PokerTH offers a rich gaming experience with modern features like online multiplayer, rankings, spectating, chat functionality, and customizable themes. Whether you’re a casual player looking for a fun night in or a serious poker enthusiast, this game provides everything you need to enjoy Texas Hold’em poker anytime, anywhere.

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File size: 151.0 MB

OS support: Windows

Windows

PokerTH 2.1.7

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System Requirements

Minimum

OS: Windows 7 SP1 or later, macOS 10.12 Sierra or later, Ubuntu 18.04 LTS or equivalent Linux distribution
Processor: 1 GHz dual-core processor or better
RAM: 512 MB RAM
Disk Space: 200 MB available space
Graphics: DirectX 9.0 compatible graphics or better

Highlights in New Version

New: Latest forum news from pokerth.net in the client with unread counter in the top bar, and posts are readable directly in the app
New: Footer on the start page with links to Discord, website, sources, license, and version information
New: Table admin of a game is now shown in the game list and on the game-wait page
New: Ranking page explains how the ranking system is calculated
New: BBC Anthem table theme and matching card backside by BaShFX
New: About page now shows the changelog of the running version
New: F-Droid repository for Android client with metadata and index build workflow
Improvement: Vertical scrollbars fine-tuned on about, forum post, and game create/enter pages
Improvement: Ignoring a player now also hides their emoji reactions
Improvement: Chat shows sender name in bold and in its own color from game table style
Improvement: Community suggest feature fine-tuned
Improvement: Avatar images are checked against size and dimension limits before decoding
Improvement: Server list download, decompression, and entry count are now bounded
Bugfix: Window no longer forces desktop minimum size on mobile devices
Bugfix: Login dialog styling corrected
Server: Official server no longer accepts unauthenticated logins on authenticated servers
Server: WebSocket send queue is now bounded to prevent broadcast backlog issues
Server: WebSocket sessions close when sending invalid packets
Server: Spectator lists in lobby snapshots are now bounded
Server: Web client proxy connections now show real addresses for proper IP checking

Key Features

Cross-Platform Play: Play PokerTH on Windows, macOS, Linux desktop systems, and Android mobile devices. Your progress and online presence follow you across all platforms seamlessly.
Online Multiplayer: Connect to online servers to play against real opponents from around the world. Join public tables or create private games with friends for an authentic poker experience.
Rankings and Stats: Track your performance with detailed statistics and global rankings. The ranking system calculates your standing based on wins, games played, and overall performance.
Spectator Mode: Watch games in progress without participating. Spectating helps you learn strategies, observe skilled players, and enjoy the action even when tables are full.
Customizable Themes’, ‘Chat and Community Features: Personalize your experience with various table themes and card backs. Built-in chat lets you communicate with players, while community suggestions help shape future updates.

Technical Details

Software Name	PokerTH
Version	2.1.7
License	Open Source
File Size	151.0 MB
OS Support	Windows
Language	English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean
Developer	PokerTH Team
Homepage	https://pokerth.net/
Changelogurl	https://github.com/pokerth/pokerth/releases/tag/v2.1.7
Last Updated	August 15, 2026

Setup Instructions

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Installation Steps

Click the download button above to get the Windows installer for your system
Locate the downloaded file (typically in your Downloads folder) and double-click to run the installer
Follow the on-screen installation wizard, accepting the license agreement and choosing your installation location
Launch PokerTH from the Start menu or desktop shortcut after installation completes

Compatibility: Compatible with Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10/11. Administrator privileges may be required for installation.

Common Issues & Fixes

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Issue: Installer fails to run → Solution: Right-click and select Run as administrator
Issue: Game won’t start after installation → Solution: Ensure all Visual C++ Redistributables are installed

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