I first heard about Crown Casino Melbourne from someone discussing live poker in a forum. I was interested because I wanted to compare the social atmosphere of a real poker room with online play. According to Crown Casino Melbourne, the Melbourne property has more than 50 poker tables and live cash games, along with many other table games. I found that much more substantial than I expected. The resort also includes restaurants, bars, hotels and entertainment, so there is plenty to do before or after playing. The online platform offers a separate digital experience, which is useful to remember when comparing the two. For Australian poker players, the physical room offers something that no browser-based game can really replicate.