Overview -
Descendant of a very old game Hazard, Craps is one of the most exciting and exhilarating dice game. The game is today popular all over the America and many other international casinos. Even though there is no historical evidence to support the origin of Craps, the modern version of the game was originated in America.
Game Rules -
Craps is confusing looking, but easy dice game that is played with two dices and thus, you can roll any number from 2 to 12. The most basic and common bet in Craps in pass line bet. The bet is simple and starts with placing chips on ‘Pass Line’ area on the Craps table. The person who shoots the dice is called shooter and the game is between you and him.
You can either win the game on single dice roll called the one roll series or can also win it in multiple dice rolls, where the shooter will have to roll the dice more than once for you to win. Since Craps is all about dice rolls, it is important for you to understand that the first roll of a series, also known as come-out roll, is always different from other rolls in the game.
When the shooter rolls 7 or 11 at the Come-out Roll or first roll, you immediately win and the game/series ends right there. If the numbers rolled are 2,3 or 12, then you loss there and game ends, while if the shooter rolls any other number like 4,5, 6, 8, 9 or 10, the sets up a point and the game or series continues further. Here, the first roll ends and the shooter roll dice again and again unless he rolls the point or number 7. On rolling point you win the Pass Line bet and on rolling 7 you lose, but if another number is rolled the game continues till the shooter rolls point or number 7.
There is a huge list of bet options available in Craps. Some of the bets you can make when playing Craps are Pass Line Bet ,Odds on Pass Line Bet, Come Bet, Odds on Come Bet, Don't Pass Line Bet, Don’t Come Bet , Place Bets ,Field Bets, Big Six, Big Eight Bets and Proposition Bets.
Craps consists of around 5 other people apart from the player or you; these are a relief dealer, 2 dealers, the boxman and a stickman.
Game Tips -
Taking care of few essential tips can always help you with your game:
- Revise all basic game rules before you start with the game.
- When playing Craps, remember that rolling 7 on Come-Out Roll makes you win and rolling a 7 after establishing a point makes you lose.
- Before you make purchase for the chips, do check the table limits.
- Start with low betting table, when playing for first time or when you are not a professional at the game.
- Make sure you are aware of the rules of the online casino you playing at. Also, find out the betting rules of the casino to decide your game play.
- If you need help before you bet your money on the game, play for practice on free carps section (offered by many online casinos).
- Use your own calculations and knowledge for betting, thus avoid any suggestions made by others.
- Do not get carried away with the first victory or first series win and always bet according to your pocket.
- Before you move on from basic bets to other bets, make yourself familiarize with them.
