Cash game poker is played with real money on the table, and the value of each chip represents its monetary amount. Players may buy-in with a predetermined minimum and maximum amount. The game begins with the dealer button and proceeds in a clockwise direction, with each player receiving two private hole cards. Players then participate in betting rounds, starting with pre-flop and going through the flop, turn, and river. The objective is to have the best five-card hand or make other players fold before the showdown.