888poker, formerly known as Pacific Poker, is starting off the new year with a great offer for new players – $8 FREE. There are no no strings attached and no deposit needed.

Additionally, 888poker has rolled out new software featuring cutting edge 3D graphics. When you sit down, it feels like you are really in a poker room. We have one word to describe our experience: AMAZING.

888poker wants you to parlay your free $8 into big bucks. 8 cent satellites to the $50,000 Challenge are waiting for you in the 888poker lobby. Customers can also use their 8¢ qualify for the $1,000 Guaranteed.

Players can boost their bankroll further by showing their loyalty. The more days you play, the more ‘Play More’ freerolls you will be eligible for. Freerolls range from $500 to $10,000 depending on how many days you play.

Sit and Go players can win a seat to a $4,000 ‘Play More’ freeroll by doing what they normally do. Simply play 10 Sit & Gos with stakes of $1 or more and you’ll automatically qualify.

When you’re ready to fund your account, 888poker will match your initial deposit with a bonus of up to $400. You can earn your bonus playing real money cash or tournament games.

888poker was founded in 2002 and has been experienced steady growth since the UIGEA barred US Players from the site. Team 888poker is led by famed cricketer, Shane Warne. Irish pro Padraig Parkinson and Leo Margets, the last woman to be eliminated from the 2009 WSOP, are also part of the team.