Rezime (Procijenjeno 6 od 10)

With the poker boom persisting and online poker popularity following suit (excuse the pun), sites like Sun Poker are good examples of the industry’s evolution. This is not because Sun Poker is a shining light (again, excuse the pun) of innovation, rather it is because, despite being a site which is rather standard, it is still a very capable and enjoyable place to play poker.

Izbor Igara (Procijenjeno 6 od 10)

Game selection at Sun is a perfect example of this. Whilst lacking a lot of imagination and many of the varieties available elsewhere, there are still plenty of options for the standard poker player. There are several cash game alternatives including limit, pot limit and no limit hold’em, 7-card stud, and Omaha, as well as plenty of one table sit-and-go action and a whole host of satellites. One unique aspect of their games is that each of them is available in a choice of currencies, including the US Dollar, the UK Pound and the Euro. While the standard online player will likely find Sun Poker adequate, many will find its game selection a bit limiting. One such player is the very low-limit player or beginner, with cash games stakes generally only going as low as 25c/50c and tournament play not offering much in the way of freerolls or $1 games. In fact, there are slim pickings for very high rollers as well with 150/300 UK Pounds about the highest cash game available, and only very occasional big buy-in tournaments. Although, we should note that there are a couple of $15,000-and-up games taking place in 2007 – perhaps a tad longer than most like to wait – but perhaps a signal that Sun plans to increase its attention to the whale crows. A slightly more pressing oversight though, is the restriction of all sit-and-go games to single tables, therefore missing some of the most popular game formats.

Kvaliteta igrača (Procijenjeno 7 od 10)

The quality of player at Sun Poker is quite diverse, drawing a good number of high standard players from around the world but also plenty of weaker players. This, in one sense, is a strength, with a representative range of opponents to play, thereby allowing for the various gears necessary in any good player’s game to be kept tuned-up, particularly for anyone planning to play in live tournaments where this range of players will undoubtedly be faced. Due to the availability of games in different currencies there is the fairly unique opportunity of pitting yourself against an international choice of players, particularly European. Many people will find this to be an enjoyable extra, especially the more chatty among us, though it does not generally affect the standard of player. The diversity in player quality at Sun will likely keep both you and your bankroll off balance but at least you’ll soon be able to curse your luck in several different languages.

Softver (Procijenjeno 6 od 10)

Software is another example of an area which, despite being far from the top of the industry, is still of a high enough standard so as not to cause many significant issues for any user. The download process is somewhat slower than that of most other sites but not enough so that many letters of complaint will be penned, while quickness around the site itself is similarly sufficient. It is simply the lack of extras and imagination which really holds this site back, with nothing outside the industry standard provided, except for maybe their decent ‘log viewer’ capability for past games in which you were involved. In saying that, it must be pointed out that a lack of the exceptional does not mean that Sun Poker is not a very adequate room to play in. Online help, tournament and player information, as well as cashier security and options, are industry standard and therefore as good as is necessary. In-game play is similarly so, with well organized tournaments, smooth and efficient game-play, and no major glitches or flaws. There is also the added bonus / massive irritation of an automated commentator who will say helpful things like "dealing flop" or "your turn!". For anyone not wishing to throw their computer out the nearest window, the mute button is advised.

Grafika (Procijenjeno 6 od 10)

Graphics at Sun Poker are of a similar standard to most other things here, that is, decent enough but not spectacular. The general theme of poker in a tropical setting is colorful and fairly pleasant to look at, though slightly half-hearted, feeling more like the inside of a travel agent’s rather than a Caribbean beach hut. The main interface is usable and simplistic, though some of the colors, in particular the bright yellow used, tend to bleach out a little and may become a problem on some lesser computer screens. In-game graphics also go for the tropical look, with for example bamboo side-tables and chairs. This is also quite a half-hearted effort at creating this atmosphere and, while it may be realistic, it is also dull. We eagerly await the virtual cocktail waitresses in bikinis. Again, this should not suggest that it is any less playable than the average site as the action and various details of the game, such as chips and cards, are very clear. They also a pretty good range of table options allowing players to change the deck color, re-organize action buttons or manipulate chat possibilities.

Profitabilnost (Procijenjeno 8 od 10)

Sun Poker is, overall, a relatively profitable online room to play at. This is largely due to their very good bonuses rather than having easy opponents and great playing options. 100% up to $100 on the first deposit is great for anyone most likely putting $50 down initially anyway but it is the further ongoing bonus of an extra $40 per 250 raked hands which is especially impressive. These bonuses will make Sun profitable for most players, regardless of opponent quality. The average game can be a tricky place to attempt to build on deposits and bonuses as there is a dangerous mix of weak and strong players. For example, it is quite easy to get into a habit of using position and chip stack to bully the weaker players and then fall unknowingly into a trap set by one of the better ones. Having said that, any poker table out there in the real world will contain its mix of sharks and fish, so it’s best to know how to swim with both.