All the poker games differ from each other based on the way in which the cards are used and whether a lower hand or higher hand wins the pot. All the poker games follow the same rules and playing methods, but they can be grouped into 4 major categories, such as, 7 card stud, community, draw, and straight. Based on your style, time availability, financial stability, you will have to select a poker game that suits all the above. You can play 1 or 2 or even all the types, or you can play for fun, or for earning, or to get sociable.