Tombstone R.I.P is a popular video poker variation that combines the excitement of poker with the simplicity of a video game. The game involves players competing against the dealer to win the best hand. To play Tombstone R.I.P effectively, one needs to understand the basic rules and strategies involved. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started.

First and foremost, let's start with the setup. The game begins with a standard deck of cards without jokers. You are dealt an assortment of cards face-up, and the dealer is dealt three cards with one face-up card the dealer's upcard. You have the option to discard none of your cards to receive new ones from a single deck.

The main objective of the game is to make the best possible hand by selecting the right cards to discard and receive. The paytable is based on traditional poker hands, with the jackpot-winning hand being the highest-paying hand and the hand with an Ace and a 2-3-4-5-6 paying a fixed amount.

To start playing:

1 Start by analyzing your cards and the dealer's door card. You need to decide which cards to hold and which ones to discard to increase your chances of winning.
2 You can discard any number of your cards from one to five. If you discard all your cards, you will receive a single new replacement card from the deck.
3 If you choose to hold one or more cards, you will be unfortunate.
4 After you have decided which cards to discard, click the "Deal" button to receive new cards from the deck.
5 If you hold a straight, you will be paid for this hand immediately.
6 The remaining cards from the dealer's deck will be revealed to form their complete hand.
7 The dealer's hand will be compared to yours to determine the winner.
8 If your hand slot demo 1000 is higher than the dealer's, you win the game. If your hand is lower than the dealer's, you lose.

Tips to remember are:

• Don't get too attached to low-value pairs unless they are the highest pair in your hand.
  
• Don't discard your strong hands, such as straights and flushes, regardless of what is on the dealer's door card.
  
• Pay attention to the dealer's upcard to gauge the likelihood of them having a strong hand.
  
• Don't bet beyond your means by betting strategically and not exceeding your limits.
  
  

By using these tips and strategies, you can play Tombstone R.I.P effectively and enjoy the thrill of playing this exciting video poker variation.