Telltale Texas Hold Em for Windows

Name: Telltale Texas Hold Em
Rating: 3 (11 reviews)
Author: Telltale Games

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Download.com staffOctober 2, 2025

This entertaining and unique Texas Hold'Em game scores big points on most fronts, but the ridiculously stingy trial period takes some of the wind out of its sails.

In Telltale Texas Hold Em, you find yourself sitting across from four 3D-animated characters, including a hippie-type kid and an elderly grandmother. Playing this game almost feels like competing in a real poker tournament, as your opponents are full of clever, often humorous banter. We have no complaints whatsoever about this program's cartoonish graphics, although it would be nice if you could resize the main window.

The jazz soundtrack fits the bill just fine, but you can turn it down if you find it distracting. You also can disable the other players' audio commentary in favor of subtitles. We really enjoyed playing Telltale Texas Hold Em, but we were very disappointed to find the demo only will let you gamble for 15 minutes before it shuts down. Such a short trial period may not give many users time to decide whether the game is worth their cash. In all other respects, this program is a winner, but don't get attached to it unless you're prepared to pay.

What’s new in version 1.3

Version 1.3 includes unspecified updates.

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GENERAL

Release: June 27, 2008

Latest update: October 2, 2025

Version: 1.3

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows 10

Additional Requirements: Windows 2000/XP, DirectX

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 84,243

Downloads Last Week: 1

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User Reviews

3/5

11 User Votes

Interesting ideas.
trbkingApril 17, 2011
Pros
Nice animation, characters are fairly interesting.
Cons
When you've had your fun with the characters and you're ready to get down to some serious game play, there's no way to speed up play after you've bet or folded.
Summary
Don't know that it's worth the money for the full version. If you like it, go for it!
I tried it
jchamb111January 30, 2011
Pros
I won more than I lost
Cons
a bit flaky
Summary
I liked it was fun I removed it
Excellent Game! Must Get for Poker Fans
AnatoonNovember 25, 2010
Pros
I love this game, the characters are hilarious and the interaction between them and the player is very well done. There's a lot of original dialog too. The card game sticks to the proper Texas Hold Em rules. The BEST computer poker game I've tried.
Cons
Only thing it lacks is the ability to save the tournament (game). Other than that it's excellent.
Summary
I've been looking for and trying out various computer poker games for a while now and they were ALL lacking in appearance, usability, and the usage of the proper poker rules. Telltale Texas Hold Em has it all, I played out the 30 minute trail period and promptly bought the game which is telling on the quality of the game as I very rarely EVER buy shareware. The rules are proper, the characters are funny, the interactions are funny and they'll even talk to you, the player. I highly recommend this game, you won't regret trying it and the purchase price is reasonable too.
good game easy to play
loppo08August 9, 2008
Pros
good game l
Cons
none that i can think of
Summary
Fun
The_CynicJune 27, 2007
Pros
Bright & funny. Interesting characters. Runs well.
Cons
Trial limit is far too short. Only 15 minutes worth of game play.
Summary
Crashed upon first launch.
x646d63August 29, 2006
Pros
I like that it apparently uninstalled.
Cons
It didn't work on Windows 2003 Server.
Summary
hilarious
spytooAugust 21, 2006
Pros
Very helpful regarding the betting and flow of the game.
Cons
Summary
Black screen
Spud6703June 21, 2006
Pros
Cons
The game didn't work on my computer using a 1920 x 1200 monitor. I just got a black screen.
Summary
Not bad for free trial
hot turtleMarch 22, 2006
Pros
quick and easy to play
Cons
not enough time to knock out all the players.
Summary
very funny - and good poker!
holdemreviewMarch 10, 2006
Pros
I had a texas hold'm craving and this game did the trick. I liked playing with the funny characters they put in the game. <p> <p>I was able to play free in their 30 minute trial, so I could make sure that I liked it before buying it.
Cons
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Developer’s Description

By Telltale Games

Play against four characters and learn how to play poker.

Join poker's most outspoken players for a hand of Telltale Texas Hold'em, the card game stacked high with personality. Quips will fly, chips will fall, and you may just end up rolling in the aisles. This is your chance to play in a poker tournament against four characters of such lethal absurdity, you'll either die laughing or die trying.

Test your skills as you answer life's toughest questions. Can you outsmart Harry Weinhead, the wily businessman and student of the game? Can you humiliate Boris Krinkle, the tough guy with a heart of pure lead? Can you groove with Theodore Dudebrough, slacker extraordinaire and just plain cool dude? Can you even understand Grandma Shaky, the eccentric old coot who may be more dangerous than she looks? Even if you've never played Texas Hold'em before, you'll learn everything you need to know, and you'll laugh learning it. Version 1.3 includes unspecified updates.

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User Reviews

Interesting ideas.

I tried it

Excellent Game! Must Get for Poker Fans

good game easy to play

Fun

Crashed upon first launch.

hilarious

Black screen

Not bad for free trial

very funny - and good poker!

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