# Hold'em Blitz

> Strategic poker variant with player card selection, solo tournaments, and multiplayer modes. (iPhone/iPad app by ThwartPoker Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holdem-blitz/id387945348 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ThwartPoker Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/382441993)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Card, Casino
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-09-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holdem-blitz/id387945348/reviews.md

## What is Hold'em Blitz?

Become a better thinker, strategist and poker player while sharing hours of fun and enjoyment with friends playing Hold’em Blitz. By replacing random dealing with player card selection, Hold’em Blitz adds the exciting dimensions of building and blocking to traditional poker 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 Blitz has both Single Player (vs. bots) and Multiplayer (between live players) 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 two to seven live players
- Game host can set card selection time limits, number of player time violations allowed per hand and number of hand wins to win
- 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 six levels of from one 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 any time 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 Blitz 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 mechanic
- Single-player tournaments vs. bots
- Multiplayer with up to 7 live players
- Interactive tutorial for gameplay
- Save and resume tournament games
- History file for game review
- Undo button for practice games

## Chart rankings

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

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holdem-blitz/id387945348/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Really fun and addictive!

*2010-09-08*

I love poker games and so I got this one to see if it was different from any of the others that are available. Whoa- It completely is.  In fact, it's poker with the most innovative twist I've seen in a long time.  Completely impressive-- and addictive!

## Frequently asked questions about Hold'em Blitz

### What is Hold'em Blitz?

Hold'em Blitz is a unique poker variant that replaces random card dealing with player card selection. It adds strategic elements similar to chess and puzzle-solving to the traditional poker experience.

### How much does Hold'em Blitz cost?

Hold'em Blitz is a paid app, priced at $2.99. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### Does Hold'em Blitz have ads?

No, Hold'em Blitz does not contain advertisements. It is a premium, ad-free gaming experience.

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

Yes, Hold'em Blitz offers a robust single-player mode where you can play against virtual opponents without an internet connection. Multiplayer modes require a WiFi network.

### What age rating is Hold'em Blitz?

Hold'em Blitz has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for teenagers and adults.

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

The latest version of Hold'em Blitz is 4.1, last updated on March 6, 2025. This indicates active development and support for the game.

### What devices support Hold'em Blitz?

Hold'em Blitz is available for iPhone and iPod devices, offering a portable strategic gaming experience.

### What makes Hold'em Blitz different from regular poker?

The primary difference is the player card selection mechanic, which shifts the focus from chance to strategic thinking, building, and blocking, making it more akin to a mental skill game.

## 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 in 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.

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All apps by ThwartPoker Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/382441993

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