World Championship Poker for Sony PS2 is a virtual card game that simulates the risk and reward of professional poker tournaments. As a simulation and strategy title, players engage in various poker variations, including Texas Hold'em, Omaha, and Seven-Card Stud, striving to bluff and bet their way to victory. The game features character customization and AI opponents with different play styles, providing a realistic poker experience that appeals to both seasoned players and newcomers. Its genre can be described as a simulation, strategy, and card game centered around poker.