Jacks or Better Video Poker is aptly named, as the minimum requirement for a winning hand is a Pair of Jacks. 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. Also review the royal flush pay out. 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. You should always be playing to win 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. Always max bet 5 coins. Never keep a "kicker"-an extra high card along with a pair. Multi-Hand Straight Poker Hand.