# Cowboy Cardsharks Poker — Welcome to the Old West!

> Retro-style poker simulation game with AI opponents and learning tools. (iPhone/iPad app by Useful Software, Inc.)

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- Developer: [Useful Software, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/595188740)
- Category: Games, Card, Casino
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 116 MB
- Released: 2018-03-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cowboy-cardsharks-poker/id1333744433/reviews.md

## What is Cowboy Cardsharks Poker?

Welcome to Cowboy Cardsharks - a poker game set in an 1880s-era casino with a 1980s-style interface. Relax and have fun!

Learn to play poker from four wisecracking card sharks who will try to take your money! Here in the Old West,  you'll play against Annie, Cowboy, Gambler, and The Kid. Each player has his own unique style of play - and playing against those styles, combined with the Hints and context-based Strategy, should help you learn how to play poker. 

Players:
Annie: Annie is no stranger to these tables and she is much tougher than she looks. To her, poker is much more than a game, its how she makes her living. If you're not careful, she will take your money in a big hurry! She doesn't like to lose so she'll fold on a weak hand but bet hard on a strong one.

Cowboy: The Cowboy is a tough one to figure out. Maybe he's had a tough day and is distracted. Maybe he's just not very good at poker. Sometimes he'll fold on a good hand and bluff a bad one. However, if he has a really good hand, he'll usually bet.

Kid: The Kid is in town looking for a good time. He has money to burn and has been in the Casino a bit too long. His loose and passive play can be irritating. He'll make a mistake or two but be careful, he can fool you into losing your money!

Gambler: The Gambler is a bona fide "shark" and knows the odds. He is here for one reason only - to take your money! He plays tight and aggressive which means he'll usually bet on a hand he thinks can win. If he doesn't think he'll win a hand, he'll fold so be careful when he decides to bet. He'll bluff every now and then, just to keep you on your toes.

Learn to Play:
You have many options for hints and strategy. Hints are displayed to help you decide whether to Bet, Raise, Call, or Fold (or Hit, Stand, Split, Double, or Surrender in Blackjack). The Strategy Mode gives you more information about your hand and your odds of improving. You also have the option of seeing your opponents’ cards during the deal! 

Features:
* Gameplay Hints
* Game-specific strategy
* See opponent's cards
* Displays opponent's best hand
* Sort cards in hand
* Choose your opponents - even play one-on-one!
* Tie splits pot
* Volume controls for Sound, Music, and Voice effects.
* Game speed control
* Tap after fold to speed up game.
* Squeek Steele songs!
* Buy the game ONE TIME!
* NO annoying advertisements
* NO in-app purchases to keep taking your money!  

If you find a bug or enjoy the program, please let us know!  Just send an email to support@cowboycardsharks.com.

## Key features

- Learn poker from AI opponents
- Gameplay hints and strategy
- View opponent's cards
- Choose your opponents
- One-time purchase
- No ads or in-app purchases

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cowboy-cardsharks-poker/id1333744433/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Update.

*2020-12-29*

After playing with it for a couple months. Solid game. The gameplay is good. These card games are real classics. Like my parents use to play on poker night. Awesome!! Though some might complain about speed and style; I think this game rocks and it’s a daily play. Hope it stays updated so I don’t have to fine another REAL poker like this one!

## Frequently asked questions about Cowboy Cardsharks Poker

### What is Cowboy Cardsharks Poker?

Cowboy Cardsharks Poker is a poker simulation game set in an 1880s casino with a 1980s interface. It allows players to learn poker strategy from four unique AI opponents.

### Does Cowboy Cardsharks Poker have ads?

No, Cowboy Cardsharks Poker does not contain any advertisements. The developers have stated there are 'NO annoying advertisements'.

### How much does Cowboy Cardsharks Poker cost?

Cowboy Cardsharks Poker is a paid application priced at $2.99. The developers emphasize it is a one-time purchase with no additional in-app purchases.

### What poker learning features does Cowboy Cardsharks Poker offer?

The game provides gameplay hints for actions like Bet, Raise, Call, or Fold, and a Strategy Mode with more information on your hand and odds. You can also see your opponents' cards.

### Can I choose who to play against in Cowboy Cardsharks Poker?

Yes, you can choose your opponents from the four available card sharks: Annie, Cowboy, Gambler, and The Kid. You can even play one-on-one matches.

### What devices is Cowboy Cardsharks Poker available on?

Cowboy Cardsharks Poker is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is rated for users aged 17 and older.

### How often is Cowboy Cardsharks Poker updated?

The latest version, 1.3.2, was released on June 27, 2018. The initial release date was March 7, 2018, indicating updates are not very frequent.

### What is the user sentiment for Cowboy Cardsharks Poker?

Based on the provided data, Cowboy Cardsharks Poker has a rating of 4.0 stars from 3 ratings. This suggests a generally positive but limited user reception.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2018-06-27

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

MUCH IMPROVED Five Card Stud and Seven Card Stud gameplay!

### 1.2.0 — 2018-05-25

More voice effects, bug fixes.

### 1.0 — 2018-03-06

No release notes.

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