the electronic game table of the invention may comprise a standard game table , e . g ., for poker , incorporating multiple player seats for tournament or side game play . each player has a display device in front of him / her containing information about the card in pocket . the community cards are displayed in the center of the table on a display device . each player has a console with control elements , such as buttons , computer mouse , touch screen , etc . for activating means of betting , such as coins , tokens , credit or smart card readers , etc . a function of a dealer is accomplished by a central server , e . g ., a random combination generator . for participation in multi table tournaments , e . g ., of poker , the aforementioned electronic game table is provided with means of interfacing with other tables participating in the tournament via internet , intranet , local area network , etc ., without participation of a live dealer .