Private games and home game features let you create custom poker tables at GGPoker for playing with friends, club members, or private groups. It's one of the most popular features for recreational players.
Whether you want to host a weekly game with friends or organize a private tournament, this guide covers how to set up and manage private games at GGPoker.
Key Information
Step-by-Step Guide
Access the private games section
Log in to GGPoker and look for "Private Games", "Home Games", or "Clubs" in the lobby menu.
Create a new game or club
Click "Create" and set up your private game. Choose the game type, stakes, and number of seats.
Configure game settings
Set the buy-in range, blind levels, time bank, and any other custom rules for your game.
Invite players
Share the game code or invitation link with your friends. They'll need a GGPoker account to join.
Start the game
Once enough players have joined and taken their seats, the game will start. As the host, you can manage seating and waiting lists.
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Tips & Best Practices
- ✓All players in your private game need a funded GGPoker account before they can take a seat.
- ✓Set reasonable buy-in ranges to accommodate different bankroll sizes in your group.
- ✓Use the chat feature to coordinate game times with your private group.
- ✓Players will appear with their regular usernames in private games.