Only a combination of Jacks or better cards pays out. This is the best video poker game for beginners and seasoned players alike. To choose a good paying game check the full house and flush payouts for a single coin bet. The best pay out comes from the 9/6 machines where you will be awarded pay outs of 9 coins for a full house and 6 coins for a Flush. The payout for Royal Flush is also of great importance. 4000 coins for 5 coins being bet is a good payout for a video poker machine. It is wise to play with maximum number of coins being bet. In this case you have a chance of winning the top prize. Jacks or Better Video Poker Tips: Don't play the low payout 7/5 machines you'll find at airports, laundromats, or grocery stores. The house odds are just too high. It is better to make 5 coins bets. Never keep a "kicker"-an extra high card along with a pair. Animated Poker Tips.