When playing Draw Poker each player receives all his cards from the very beginning. Then the cards can be exchanged. There are several betting rounds going on throughout. Draw Poker is represented by 5 Card Draw. When playing 5 Card Draw each player is dealt 5 cards face down. There is a betting round, during which each player may exchange up to three cards. The player who has the strongest hand after the showdown is the winner. Draw Poker Tips.