It is not for nothing that this video poker variations is called Jacks or Better. The winning combination is any hand consisting of jacks or higher cards. If you are a beginner it is the best game. The payout for Full house and Flush with a single coin being bet can help you to choose the best paying game. 9:1 for a Full house and 6:1 for a Flush is a good payout for a video poker machine. The payout for Royal Flush is also of great importance. Ideally look for a non-progressive game that pays out a minimum of 4,000 coins for a royal flush when you are betting 5 coins. Also, it is recommended that, generally speaking, you always play max coins. In this case you have a chance of winning the top prize. Jacks or Better Video Poker Tips: I think you have come across some video poker machines in stores in airports. Never play them as they have a very low payout – 7/5. The house edge is too high here. 5 coins bets are better than lower bets. Never keep a "kicker"-an extra high card along with a pair. Casino Poker Cards.