Do pokers players know how good they are? Accuracy of poker skill estimation in online and offline players

T. L. MacKay, Nolan Bard, Michael Bowling, David C. Hodgins

Abstract: Highlights•Poker skill was assessed via a simulated computer game.•Internet and non-Internet gamblers where compared on skill and perceived skill.•Internet gamblers have a higher subjective rating of poker skill.•Internet gamblers were no more skilled when measured mathematically.•Poker presents challenges for treatment providers in addressing gambling cognitions.