A New Era Begins...888poker Launches new 3D Software, Social Network and Online Store

GIBRALTAR, August 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- That's one small step for man, one GIANT LEAP for poker... The brand new 888poker experience has landed, offering the first major web-based 3D poker.

To celebrate the official launch of its new revolutionary 3D software, 888poker is offering players the chance to turn 8Cent into $30,000, iPads, Sony Home Cinemas and Kindles.

To go with its new look and name, 888poker has been given a complete makeover! Built from scratch, the new 888poker software gives players a whole different gaming experience and is definitely something to shout about.

    Here's a taste of what's new:

    - The first web-based 3D poker experience
    - Quick-Click Beginners' Lobby
    - User Friendly Table Layout
    - Fabulous graphics & gameplay
    - Amazing Avatars
    - Choose your deck and theme options
    - Colour Indicators
    - Personalised Lobby

Based on tests and feedback from 888poker members, this upgraded version will improve player satisfaction and overall usability, as well as visually entice!

To build upon the entire 888poker experience, 888poker has also launched the brand new 888poker Rewards Store (shop.888poker.com http://shop.888poker.com/), where players can redeem poker points for prizes such as iPods, poker accessories, cars and even holidays!

Plus, if all this wasn't enough, 888poker has entered into the social world with a new multi-interactive community, my.888poker.com (http://my.888poker.com/). The community provides a new social network for poker faces to connect off the tables and unlike other social networks, members of my.888poker.com (http://my.888poker.com/) are rewarded for every activity, whether it is voting on a forum, uploading a photo or simply joining a group.

This revolution is the news that poker players have been waiting for, so be sure to make the most of the 888poker experience. With over 5 million registered users, 888poker continues to offer the best consumer experience.

To find out more information about 888poker's new community, online store and software, please go to http://www.888poker.com .

    Web: http://www.888poker.com
    Social: my.888poker.com (http://my.888poker.com/)
    Twitter: @888poker
    YouTube: 888pokercom (http://www.youtube.com/user/888pokercom)
    About 888

    - 888 is one of the world's most popular online gaming
      entertainment and solutions providers

    - Founded in 1997, 888 has been at the forefront of the online
      gaming industry for over a decade

    - 888.com offers a comprehensive gaming experience - including
      casino, poker, bingo and sports betting - through a number of
      leading brands in regulated markets around the world

    - 888.com can be used in 22 different languages in 176 countries
      worldwide

    - 888 is committed to an industry leading corporate and social
      responsibility programme, and provides a safe, fun, fair, regulated
      and secure gaming environment

    - 888's B2B division, Dragonfish, is a leading provider of Total
      Gaming and Payment Services to the online entertainment industry

    - 888 is licensed and regulated by the Government of Gibraltar,
      and is listed on the London Stock Exchange


    MEDIA CONTACT:

    Jennifer Huxley
    Global PR and Marketing Manager- 888poker
    [email protected]
    +350-20049800

SOURCE 888.com