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Craps is a fast-paced dice game played with two six-sided dice. The basic idea is to predict the outcome of the dice rolls. Here's a breakdown of how to play:
1. Setting Up:
* The Table: A craps table has a layout with various betting areas. Don't worry, you'll learn about those as you play.
* The Shooter: One player, designated as the "shooter," throws the dice.
* The Stickman: The person who handles the dice and calls out the rolls.
2. The Come Out Roll:
* The shooter rolls the dice. This is called the "come out roll."
* Winning on the Come Out Roll:
* 7 or 11: You win! This is called a "natural."
* 2, 3, or 12: You lose! This is called "craps."
* Establishing a Point:
* If the come out roll is 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10, this number becomes the "point."
3. The Point Phase:
* The shooter continues to roll the dice.
* Winning: The shooter wins if they roll the point before rolling a 7.
* Losing: The shooter loses if they roll a 7 before rolling the point.
* The Point is "Made": If the shooter rolls the point, everyone who bet on that number wins.
* The Point is "Sevened Out": If the shooter rolls a 7, everyone who bet on the point loses.
4. Betting Options:
* Pass Line Bet: Bet on the shooter making the point. You win if the point is rolled before a 7, and you lose if the shooter rolls a 7.
* Don't Pass Bet: Bet against the shooter making the point. You win if the shooter rolls a 7 before the point, and you lose if the point is made.
* Odds Bet: A bet that increases your winnings if you've made a pass line or don't pass line bet.
* Come Bet: Similar to the pass line bet, but you can make it on any roll after the come out roll.
* Don't Come Bet: Similar to the don't pass bet, but you can make it on any roll after the come out roll.
* Place Bets: You bet on a specific number (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10) being rolled before a 7.
* Buy Bets: Similar to place bets but with a higher payout.
* Lay Bets: Bets against specific numbers being rolled.
* Field Bet: You win if you roll a 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, or 12.
* Proposition Bets: These are special bets with varying payouts.
5. The "Seven Out"
* If the shooter rolls a 7 on any roll after the come out roll, it's called a "seven out." The shooter's turn is over, and a new shooter takes over.
Important Tips for Beginners:
* Learn the Basic Bets: Start with the pass line and don't pass line bets.
* Start Small: Don't bet more than you can afford to lose.
* Learn the Table Layout: Take some time to understand the different betting areas.
* Observe Others: Watch experienced players to get a feel for the game.
* Ask for Help: Don't be afraid to ask the dealer or other players for advice.
Craps is a game of chance, but with a little practice, you can have a lot of fun!