Jacks or Better Video Poker is aptly named, as the minimum requirement for a winning hand is a Pair of Jacks. To choose a good paying game check the full house and flush payouts for a single coin bet. 9:1 for a Full house and 6:1 for a Flush is a good payout for a video poker machine. In choosing a video poker machine Royal Flush payout also matters. 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. 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 advantage is too high here. Always max bet 5 coins. Never keep a "kicker"-an extra high card along with a pair. Internet Liar's Poker Hand.