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Merge Gaming Network Rakeback Grows to 35%[ return to main articles page ]

By: Adam
Published on Apr 13th, 2010
On April 15th, PlayersOnly will jump ship from the Cake Poker Network to the Merge Gaming Network. The site will continue to accept real money customers from the United States and brings with it a bundle of players. In fact, the size of the Merge Gaming Network may quadruple as a result, according to some industry estimates. At the very least, its size will double, resulting in a larger variety of real money ring games and tournaments around-the-clock. Plus, the maximum Merge Gaming Network rakeback will jump from 30% to 35%, meaning more cash in your account. Visit Poker Discussion for more information.

Customers on the Merge Gaming Network should be jumping for joy at the news. PlayersOnly’s fishy clientele could rejuvenate the cash game scene at the Merge Gaming Network, leading to an increase in the volume of tables and a decrease in quality of opponents. PlayersOnly happily takes action from the United States and has solidified itself as one of the most trusted names in the industry.
In addition, PlayersOnly employs its own cashout methods and players there will enjoy the fast and reliable cashouts that have been known for years on their site. While they have some of the best credit card acceptance rates in the industry, it’s recommended that players set up a Quick Tender account for both deposits and withdrawals. Quick Tender cashouts are usually processed within three to four days. Other withdrawal options include checks and bank wires, which are typically sent out within seven business days of the request.

PocketFives.com players will see the Merge Gaming Network rakeback percentage grow from 30% to 35%. Also moving over to the Merge Gaming Network on April 15th is Sportsbook.com, which, while part of the same company as PlayersOnly, focuses primarily on the online sports betting market.

We’ve understandably had quite a few questions regarding how Gold Chips, Gold Cards, and pending bonus money will be transferred on PlayersOnly from the Cake Poker Network to the Merge Gaming Network. According to an e-mail we received, one Gold Chip will be worth 20 VIP Points on Merge. One Gold Card will be worth one VIP Point, while $0.01 in tournament tickets on the Cake Poker Network will be good for one VIP Point. Finally, pending bonuses will be matched dollar for dollar.

PlayersOnly will be hosting a $100,000 freeroll on Sunday, May 30th and first place will take home $20,000! You can earn a seat in this freeroll through one of four routes:
1) Daily free qualifiers
2) Private qualifiers for depositors
3) Earn VIP points through real money play
4) Earn 45,000 VIP Points between April 15th and May 30th.

There will also be a $50,000 freezeout on Sunday, April 18th at 3:00pm with a $109 buy in and an overlay is expected!

Check out our thread in Poker Discussion for more information.

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