GGPoker is rolling out a major update to its player rewards system. The existing Fish Buffet program will be phased out and replaced by a new loyalty structure called Ocean Rewards, launching on January 30.
The direction of this change is pretty clear. Instead of short-term missions and grind-heavy requirements, the new system focuses on long-term consistency and more stable rewards for regular players.
The biggest upgrade is the cashback cap. With Ocean Rewards, players can now earn up to 80% cashback, a significant jump from the previous 60% limit under Fish Buffet. Rewards are no longer tied to short-term volume pushes but are calculated over longer, more sustainable play periods.
The tier system has also been reworked. Once a tier is reached, it stays locked in until the end of the following year, removing the pressure of sudden downgrades caused by short breaks or lower volume.
Earning has been simplified as well. Players collect Tide Points and Gems through gameplay, and as tiers progress from Fish to Shark, the Gem earning rate increases.
For existing users, the transition is automatic. On January 30, all accounts will be migrated to Ocean Rewards without any action required. Any remaining Fish Buffet rewards will be automatically cashed out and added to player balances.
According to GGPoker, the goal of this update is to move away from short-term competition-based rewards and toward a system that genuinely values long-term loyalty.
Overall, the new structure looks more predictable and easier to manage. Whether the real-world value matches expectations will become clearer after launch, but the reward system itself is clearly simpler and more player-friendly than before.