ClubGG by Game — Pick Your Format, Find Your Union
ClubGG offers a wide format spread — but not every union runs every format well. This page maps which formats play deepest in which of Deep's three represented unions (Massiv, TMT, TiNY), gives stake ceilings per format, and routes you to a dedicated deep-dive for each format — seven in total, covering NLH, the full PLO family (PLO4/5/6), Short Deck, MTTs, and the honest answer on Spin & Go.
Short version: TMT is the NLH specialist with the highest $10/$20 ceiling. Massiv is the full-format union covering NLH, the whole PLO family, Short Deck, and MTTs with action-heavy table tech. TiNY is Taiwan-timezone NLH with two specialist PLO5 tables.
Format-by-union matrix
Which format plays deepest in which of Deep's three unions. Every format name links to its dedicated deep-dive page; click through for stake ladders, strategy notes, buy-in caps, action-format specifics, and the 4-step Deep join flow.
| Format | Best union | Stake ceiling | Massiv | TMT | TiNY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No-Limit Hold'em | TMT (NLH-first) | $10/$20 (TMT) | ✓ up to $5/$10 | ✓ up to $10/$20 (specialist) | ✓ light-stakes |
| PLO5 (5-card Pot-Limit Omaha) | Massiv | $5/$10 (Massiv) | ✓ up to $5/$10 (specialist) | — secondary | ✓ 2 tables |
| Short Deck / 6+ Hold'em | Massiv | $2 ante (Massiv) | ✓ $0.50–$2 ante | — secondary | — minimal |
| PLO4 (4-card Pot-Limit Omaha) | Massiv or TMT | $5/$10 (Massiv, TMT) | ✓ up to $5/$10 | ✓ secondary NLH companion | — minimal |
| PLO6 (6-card Pot-Limit Omaha) | Massiv (only) | $5/$10 (Massiv) | ✓ up to $5/$10 | — none | — none |
| MTTs (multi-table tournaments) | Massiv + TMT (both run series) | Varies by event | ✓ daily + weekly 100K-chip Sunday final | ✓ NLH-focused tournament series | ✓ daily tournaments |
| Spin & Go / lottery SNGs | Not offered — see page for alternatives | — | — not offered | — not offered | — not offered |
Decision helper — pick your path
Match your situation to the scenario below to find the right union and (where published) the dedicated format page.
| If you… | Answer |
|---|---|
| I want to play NLH at mid-to-high stakes, focused on one format | TMT Union — NLH-first with $10/$20 ceiling and deeper-stacked ring games Read the format page → |
| I play PLO as my primary game | Massiv — full PLO family (PLO4/5/6 + Hi-Lo variants), widest on ClubGG. See PLO4 (skill-heavy), PLO5 (the most-played), or PLO6 (action-first, Massiv-only) Read the format page → |
| I want Short Deck (6+ Hold'em) | Massiv — primary Short Deck venue at ante-based stakes $0.50 through $2 Read the format page → |
| I want action formats — bomb pots, double-board, VPIP tables | Massiv — action-tech signature across NLH and PLO Read the format page → |
| I want scheduled MTTs with guarantees | Massiv (daily plus weekly 100K-chip Sunday) or TMT (NLH series focus) |
| I want to play across multiple formats | Massiv — the only full-format union (NLH + PLO family + Short Deck + MTTs) |
| I'm NLH-only at low-to-mid stakes | Either TMT or Massiv — both cover this range well Read the format page → |
| I want Spin & Go / lottery SNGs | Not offered on any of Deep's ClubGG unions. See the Spin & Go page for honest alternatives (Short Deck, micro MTTs, short-stack cash, BBJ progressives) Read the format page → |
| I play Taiwan-timezone hours | TiNY Poker — NLH-focused with TWD chip convention |
Published format deep-dives
All seven format-specific pages are published. Each covers union positioning, stake ladder, action formats, strategy implications, and the 4-step Deep join flow. The Spin & Go page is the honest answer to “is this format on ClubGG” with the closest ClubGG alternatives for the same player needs.
No-Limit Hold'em
The highest-volume format across ClubGG. TMT is NLH-first with a $10/$20 ceiling; Massiv covers mid-stakes with action-format tech; TiNY is the Taiwan-timezone option.
Read the NLH page →PLO4 (4-card PLO)
The canonical Pot-Limit Omaha — largest skill edge, deepest training literature, NLH converts' natural next format. Massiv is the depth; TMT runs PLO4 as an NLH companion.
Read the PLO4 page →PLO5 (5-card PLO)
The most-played PLO variant on Massiv. Deepest lobby, full stake ladder $0.25/$0.50 through $5/$10, buy-in caps 20BB and 50BB.
Read the PLO5 page →PLO6 (6-card PLO)
Massiv-only within Deep's union roster. Highest variance in the PLO family. Action-first specialist format with 10BB and 60BB buy-in caps plus PLO6 Hi-Lo secondary.
Read the PLO6 page →Short Deck / 6+ Hold'em
36-card Hold'em with modified hand rankings (flush beats full house, ace-low straights use the 6) — Asian high-stakes flavor. Massiv is the primary venue.
Read the Short Deck page →MTTs (Tournaments)
Multi-table tournaments across Massiv (daily + weekly 100K Sunday final), TMT (NLH series), and TiNY (daily). Softer fields than licensed operators, smaller prize pools.
Read the MTT page →Spin & Go / Lottery SNGs
Honest coverage: this format isn't offered on any of Deep's represented ClubGG unions. Page covers why, where it exists elsewhere, and the closest ClubGG alternatives (Short Deck, micro MTTs, BBJ, short-stack cash).
Read the Spin & Go page →Union-level synthesis — when to pick which
For format-agnostic union selection, the short answers:
- Massiv — if you play more than one format regularly, or if action-format tech (bomb pots, double-board, VPIP tables, Squid Game rounds) matters to you. The full-format union by design, with recreational-friendly table tech.
- TMT— if NLH is your primary or only game and you want a higher stake ceiling than Massiv offers. TMT's $10/$20 is the highest NLH in Deep's union roster; deeper-stacked ring games and a cleaner NLH-first positioning.
- TiNY— if you're Taiwan-timezone or want the TWD chip-value convention, or if you specifically want access to the two specialist PLO5 tables TiNY runs. Smaller pool than Massiv or TMT; a niche pick within the Deep roster.
Many serious ClubGG players end up playing across two or all three unions. Deep's single-account access makes this operationally simple — one deposit flow, one rakeback ladder combining volume across all unions, one withdrawal SLA.
Related Reading
ClubGG Unions Hub
Side-by-side comparison of Massiv, TMT, and TiNY — the union-level counterpart to this format-level hub.
The ClubGG Ecosystem
Full ClubGG platform overview — platform mechanics, Smart HUD, Deep Poker context.
How to Join ClubGG
The 4-step Deep join flow that applies to every format and every union.
Deep Rakeback Ladder
25% at Bronze through 50% at Legend — format-blind, lifetime cumulative, weekly USD.
ClubGG Real Money
How real money actually moves on ClubGG — three paths, chip conventions, scam patterns.
Private-Club Poker Glossary
Definitions for bomb pots, BBJ, VPIP limit, Squid Game, chip-value conventions, and every other format-adjacent term.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to pick a union based on my game format?
Yes, meaningfully. ClubGG's unions aren't interchangeable for format availability. TMT is NLH-first with the highest NLH ceiling. Massiv covers the full format spread (NLH + PLO4/5/6 + Hi-Lo + Short Deck) and runs the most action-heavy tables. TiNY is smaller and Taiwan-focused. Picking the wrong union for your format means playing against a thinner pool or missing the format entirely.
Can I access multiple unions through one Deep Poker account?
Yes. Deep Poker represents all three unions Deep is an official agent for — Massiv, TMT, and TiNY — and one Deep account gives you access across the full range. Your rakeback ladder accumulates across union volumes combined, so playing across unions doesn't split your tier progression. Join whichever unions match your game formats; Deep handles the routing.
What's the difference between formats available on each union?
Massiv is full-format — NLH ($0.10/$0.20 up to $5/$10), PLO4/5/6 ($0.25/$0.50 up to $5/$10), PLO5 Hi-Lo and PLO6 Hi-Lo as specialist variants, Short Deck at ante-based stakes. TMT is NLH-focused with a $10/$20 ceiling (highest NLH in Deep's union roster), plus PLO4 and secondary Short Deck. TiNY is NLH-first with two specialized PLO5 tables and a Taiwan-dollar chip-value convention. Each is a distinct strategic and cultural fit.
Which format has the most traffic overall?
NLH, by a wide margin. Across all three unions Deep represents, NLH is the volume leader at most stake levels. PLO5 is the second-most-played format concentrated on Massiv. Short Deck, PLO4, PLO6, and Hi-Lo variants are meaningful but smaller pools. NLH is almost always the answer if you want 'where's the action right now' — it's the default format across club-based poker globally.
Do action formats like bomb pots run across all formats?
Mostly on Massiv. Bomb pots, double-board PLO, VPIP requirement tables, and Squid Game rounds are Massiv's action-format signature — they run across Massiv's NLH and PLO tables. TMT and TiNY have less action-format tech; their tables are closer to standard deep-stack NLH and PLO. If action tech matters to you, Massiv is the answer regardless of your format choice.
Are there tournaments for every format?
Varies by format. NLH MTTs run daily across Massiv and TMT, with weekly flagship events (Massiv's 100K-chip Sunday final, TMT's NLH series). PLO and Short Deck tournaments run less frequently than cash — typically weekly series rather than daily events. TiNY runs daily tournaments at its own scale. For scheduled-tournament volume, NLH is the primary answer; other formats exist but at smaller frequencies.
How deep does the by-game coverage go?
All seven format-specific pages are published: NLH, PLO4, PLO5, PLO6, Short Deck, MTTs, and Spin & Go (the last covers the honest 'this isn't offered on Deep's ClubGG unions' framing plus the closest alternatives for players who want the format specifically). Every page covers union positioning, stake ladder, action formats, strategy implications, and the 4-step Deep join flow. Format-level strategy context is in the format page; platform-level context is on the union pages (Massiv, TMT, TiNY).
Does format choice affect my rakeback tier?
No. Rakeback is format-blind. NLH hands, PLO hands, Short Deck hands, MTT rake — all count toward the same lifetime USD commission total that drives your Deep Poker rakeback tier. The published 6-tier ladder (25% Bronze to 50% Legend) applies uniformly. Pick your format based on what you want to play, not based on rakeback optimization — it doesn't differ.
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