Robbie Williams Fun Poker (Please read first posts)

[-elena-]

Originally Posted by Chrissie

Obviously this is only a beta thing in the planning stages....but the terms of service, particularly section 8, would seem to indicate otherwise

I really hope I'm wrong because otherwise, for reasons already outlined, this seems like a very questionable decision indeed. On so many levels

And on the day of such a lovely blog, too.

i'm reading it now... in this case i'm a little confused.

[karen490]

I have played poker on fb for a couple of years it has never cost me any real money and it can be fun i have even made a few new on line friends. When there are competitions on here they have also been promoted on facebook and more recently twitter and no one seems to have a problem with that. I don't like twitter so wouldn't bother with that one. I think the poker could be a good way for some of us to spend some of our spare time but i also accept it is not for everyone. As with everything there will always be the people who don't like it but each to there own that is why we have a choice.
I have registered and hope to be part of it and if it happens i look forward to playing with other like minded friendlies from all over the world.

[Chrissie]

Originally Posted by karen490

I have played poker on fb for a couple of years it has never cost me any real money and it can be fun i have even made a few new on line friends. When there are competitions on here they have also been promoted on facebook and more recently twitter and no one seems to have a problem with that. I don't like twitter so wouldn't bother with that one. I think the poker could be a good way for some of us to spend some of our spare time but i also accept it is not for everyone. As with everything there will always be the people who don't like it but each to there own that is why we have a choice.
I have registered and hope to be part of it and if it happens i look forward to playing with other like minded friendlies from all over the world.

Good for you, Karen, it sounds as if you have a responsible attitude to it and won't be in the least influenced by this bit from the email

‎"Rewards

Robbie Williams Poker gives you the chance to play for some seriously attractive prizes that start with exclusive virtual Robbie related items, discounts on real merchandise, sneak peeks for music and video downloads, pre-sale and giveaways for concert gigs and even the unique opportunity for a meet and greet the artist himself. With every hand dealt you get closer the star!"

I won't be, either. And I know I shouldn't be worried about the people who will be, because obviously that is their choice

But having seen the friendlies in action, I do worry. Because, and again I hope I'm wrong, I don't think they'll think twice with an incentive like that.

[Jazz 67]

We've been informed it is official.

[missluna]

Originally Posted by Jazz 67

We've been informed it is official.

Thank you Jazz

[Leader]

Greta news!

[-elena-]

Originally Posted by Jazz 67

We've been informed it is official.

Thank you Jazz

[Leader]

Alright there is a problem with the registration. The first time I register I couldn't log in. I register again with a different email but still when I try to log in it says to me ""Error
Incorrect email or password.""

[missluna]

Originally Posted by Leader

Alright there is a problem with the registration. The first time I register I couldn't log in. I register again with a different email but still when I try to log in it says to me ""Error
Incorrect email or password.""

No no Leader there is nothing wrong read my PM i have send you

[karen490]

Originally Posted by Chrissie

Good for you, Karen, it sounds as if you have a responsible attitude to it and won't be in the least influenced by this bit from the email

‎"Rewards

Robbie Williams Poker gives you the chance to play for some seriously attractive prizes that start with exclusive virtual Robbie related items, discounts on real merchandise, sneak peeks for music and video downloads, pre-sale and giveaways for concert gigs and even the unique opportunity for a meet and greet the artist himself. With every hand dealt you get closer the star!"

I won't be, either. And I know I shouldn't be worried about the people who will be, because obviously that is their choice

But having seen the friendlies in action, I do worry. Because, and again I hope I'm wrong, I don't think they'll think twice with an incentive like that.

Chrissie as with everything there will always be people who go over the top with things. I know us friendlies will do almost anything to get the chance for tickets, meets or merchandise but and i can only speak for myself here i would not gamble lots of money when there is no guarentee at the end of it. When entering a competition you know the chances of winning are very slim it will be the same with this. We don't even know the rules or anything yet but obviously they want to make money and if you have to buy chips to get the rewards then you have to work out would you pay that much. To be honest i can not see Robbie agreeing to the top prize of say a meeting with him that has cost a friendlie lots of money gambling. I just hope who ever has set this up at the beta stage irons out any problems and it is monitered properly by someone at rw.com. We can post our thoughts and give feedback and maybe if friendlies feel it is taking advantage of them or people playing for real money are getting offered things that should be free to all on here then it should be removed. All i mean is if anyone is interested give it a go if it turns out to be a money making scam then it should be taken off by someone responsible for the site.