Full Tilt Poker Launches New Software Update

When Full Tilt Poker first launched in 2004, one of the things that set the site apart from the pack was its innovative software. Fun, colorful and user-friendly, Full Tilt immediately branded itself as an alternate poker room to be reckoned with. Since then, upgrades to the software have kept Full Tilt Poker at the forefront of the poker industry.

This trend continued last week as Full Tilt Poker unveiled yet another upgrade to their software client. While the software update included the typical upgrades like bug fixes, there were also major updates that improved the interface for players.

Perhaps the most significant change was the Ring Game Table Finder. Historically, players were only able to join waiting lists for specific tables, meaning that they had to pick a table and wait for an open seat at that table before they could join in the action. With the new Table Finder, players now have the ability to put themselves on a waiting list for a given “type” of table, based on the game, stakes, and other relevant information.

Another major upgrade comes in the form of the new Mini View. This smaller lobby layout saves space on the desktop, making it easier for players to multitask without sacrificing functionality.

The update also put into play a new achievement system, which should sound familiar to gamers who play on the Xbox 360. Under this system, players can earn Achievement badges for finishing certain tasks on Full Tilt Poker, which will then be displayed around the player’s username when they’re at the table. These badges currently include the Rush Poker Badge, Full Tilt Poker Academy Badge, Iron Man Challenge Badge and True Poker Badge. It seems likely that this would be an obvious area for later expansion by Full Tilt as well.

Several other smaller improvements were also made to the software. SNG registration is now possible from the lobby, so that players do not have to enter a tournament lobby to buy-in. Players will see tables with only a single player sitting at them in a random order, meaning there is no advantage for squatting at a table close to the beginning of the alphabet. And automatic crash reporting now allows players to immediately report client errors with a single click.