Abstract: A system and method for skilled-based games of chance where identical cards may be dealt to corresponding positions at different tables. The performance of play of players at corresponding positions at such tables may be compared.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of determining a most skilled individual from a group of individuals in a tournament setting over a computer network. A method of determining skill level in a card game in a tournament setting comprises assigning players to a plurality of tables, each table consisting of a predetermined number of labelled positions. Cards are provided to each player over the network such that players seated at positions with the same label at each table have the same cards. The performance of players at the same position at different tables is compared after playing a game and such players are ranked as a measure of their skill level.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for playing a game of skill in a networked environment. A host server transmits a game data packet to each participant after receiving a request from the participant. Upon initiation of game play, the participants are shown identical game messages so that each participant is playing the same game. After a participant believes they have won the game, a message is sent to the server. The server then evaluates the performance of all the participants and determines a skill level for each participant.