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If you've ever wondered the game theoretical reason why antes exist in our game, this video answers that question:
YouTube- Game Theory 101: Why Are There Antes in Poker?
In short, without antes, poker's equilibrium consists of players only playing the single best hand possible or no hands at all. That would lead to a very boring game. You might have heard people say that blinds and antes "force the action"; truth be told, there would be absolutely no action at all without them.
YouTube- Game Theory 101: Why Are There Antes in Poker?
In short, without antes, poker's equilibrium consists of players only playing the single best hand possible or no hands at all. That would lead to a very boring game. You might have heard people say that blinds and antes "force the action"; truth be told, there would be absolutely no action at all without them.