Video poker is a popular casino game that combines elements of traditional poker and slot machines. Players are dealt five cards and can choose to keep or discard any of them to create the best possible hand. The goal is to achieve a winning combination based on standard poker hand rankings. After making their selections, players receive new cards to replace the discarded ones. The final hand is then compared to a paytable, which outlines the payouts for different hands. Video poker offers various versions, including Jacks or Better and Deuces Wild, each with unique rules and strategies.