So what’s the story behind Upgrade Poker? It all started with a close-knit group of neighborhood degenerate gamblers slinging cards and drinks every couple weeks. After a few years of regular tournaments and cash games we were finally ready to upgrade our setup. It was at this point when I finally came to terms with the fact that I’m much better at designing poker chips than playing actual poker. So when I started looking around at chips I quickly got sick of seeing the same old, same old. Every website seemed to peddle the same chips with fake casino names, boring colors, and denominations so microscopic you practically needed a magnifying glass to figure out the values. So I set out to change that and designed my first set of custom ceramic poker chips for ourselves.  

That first set led to others and in 2023 after a trip to the World Series of Poker, I officially launched Upgrade Poker on the belief that poker should be an experience, not just a game. Our designs aren't just chips; they're a peacocking-power-statement. We're here to infuse your game with a dose of humor, unmatched design, and less than mediocre poker advice.