# Hold'em Battle

> Strategic poker game with player card selection, blocking, and AI opponents. (iPhone/iPad app by ThwartPoker Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holdem-battle/id387941196 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ThwartPoker Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/382441993)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Card, Casino
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-09-01
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holdem-battle/id387941196/reviews.md

## What is Hold'em Battle?

Become a better thinker, strategist and poker player while sharing hours of fun and enjoyment with friends playing Hold’em Battle. By generally replacing random dealing with player card selection, Hold’em Battle adds the exciting dimensions of building and blocking to traditional poker’s betting and bluffing to create an enriched multiplayer experience. It is easy-to-learn, yet hard-to-master and can be played for minutes or hours. It is for all ages from casual gamer to serious poker player.

Hold’em Battle has both Multiplayer (between live players) and Single Player (vs. bots) capability.

Here are the key features of Multiplayer:
- WiFi network used for communication
- GETTING STARTED scrolling screen that describes how to setup play
- Games with either All-in or Limit betting
- Games with two to seven live players
- Game host can set card and bet selection time limits, number of player time violations allowed per hand and starting stake of the players
- Any game can have both players and observers
- History file records every game action and can be reviewed by any player or observer when game ends
- HELP scrolling screen that describes all relevant aspects of multiplayer

Here are the key features of Single Player:
- Learn gameplay mechanics through the interactive tutorial
- Tournament Games - Advance through five levels of from two to six virtual opponents
- High Scores – Record your 10 best tournament game scores
- Save/Restore – Save up to 10 tournament games in progress and resume playing any one of them at a later time or date
- History file records every tournament game action and can be reviewed anytime during the game
- Practice Games - Improve your skills by playing against 1 to 6 virtual opponents. Use the UNDO button to explore alternate strategies by “undoing” or “taking back”  any moves in a hand
- HELP scrolling screen that describes all relevant aspects of single player

Hold’em Battle blends compelling features of chess strategy and puzzle solving with traditional poker to take play to a whole new level. It’s UnPoker where mental skill generally replaces chance!

## Key features

- Player card selection
- Blocking mechanics
- Multiplayer vs. live players
- Single player vs. bots
- Tournament and practice modes
- Customizable game settings
- Game history review

## Chart rankings

- #153 in Top Paid · Casino (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holdem-battle/id387941196/reviews.md

### 5/5 — True skill poker

*2010-09-27*

No more dumb luck... U have to choose wisely to win. Highly addictive and I highly reccomend!

## Frequently asked questions about Hold'em Battle

### What is Hold'em Battle?

Hold'em Battle is a unique poker game that replaces random dealing with player card selection, adding strategic dimensions of building and blocking to traditional poker. It offers both multiplayer and single-player modes.

### How does Hold'em Battle differ from traditional poker?

Hold'em Battle emphasizes mental skill over chance by allowing players to select their cards and introducing blocking mechanics, blending elements of chess and puzzle-solving with poker.

### Can I play Hold'em Battle offline?

Yes, Hold'em Battle features a robust single-player mode where you can play against AI opponents in tournament or practice games, allowing for offline play.

### What are the betting options in Hold'em Battle multiplayer?

Multiplayer games in Hold'em Battle can be played with either All-in or Limit betting, and the game host can set various time limits and starting stakes.

### How many players can join a multiplayer game?

Hold'em Battle multiplayer games can accommodate between two and seven live players, with options for observers to join as well.

### What is the age rating for Hold'em Battle?

Hold'em Battle has an age rating of 17+, which is typical for games involving simulated gambling or complex strategy.

### How often is Hold'em Battle updated?

The latest version of Hold'em Battle is 4.1, and it was last updated on March 6, 2025, indicating active development and support.

### What devices is Hold'em Battle available on?

Hold'em Battle is supported on iPhone and iPod devices, offering a mobile gaming experience for Apple users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1 — 2025-03-06

Bug fixes

### 3.21 — 2021-11-01

Updated tutorial

### 3.20 — 2021-06-21

Fix for multiplayer game failing to start on iOS 14

### 3.17 — 2020-10-03

Fixes for iOS 14.

### 3.16 — 2020-09-28

Fixed single player Practice session bugs

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## More apps by ThwartPoker Inc.

- [Hold'em Blitz](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holdem-blitz/id387945348)
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All apps by ThwartPoker Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/382441993

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