You're right in that sense that people think they can learn to be the best, and fail at it, as only few succeed. The game wouldn't have tournaments if that were true no one could consistently win financially.
You're also right that it triggers the addiction itch in some vulnerable individuals!
I play poker and would never be stupid enough to put real money on it. It's great as a social game for me where 25 dollars is the risk.
> I play poker and would never be stupid enough to put real money on it
This whole thread is casinos arguing against regulation because casual poker players don’t get addicted. We have billions of dollars targeting young people (mostly single young men) with gambling, from zero-day options trading to crypto and sports betting.
You're also right that it triggers the addiction itch in some vulnerable individuals!
I play poker and would never be stupid enough to put real money on it. It's great as a social game for me where 25 dollars is the risk.
Don't hate the game...