While Craps dominates the dice tables in Western casinos, Sic Bo holds that prestigious title throughout Asia.
If you can understand basic roulette betting, you can easily master the thrilling game of Sic Bo in minutes.
The Basics: Three Dice and a Shaker
The dealer simply presses a button, the floor of the dome vibrates violently, and the three dice settle on random numbers.
Once the dice settle, the winning areas on the table light up brightly, and payouts are distributed accordingly.
- It is a pure game of chance with zero skill involved
- Online versions use an RNG instead of a mechanical shaker
- You can place as many different bets as you wish per round
Small and Big Bets: The Safest Options
These are the fundamental even-money bets of Sic Bo, very similar to betting Red or Black in European roulette.
Crucially, both the Small and Big bets automatically lose if any “Triple” is rolled (e.g., three 2s or three 5s).
Betting on Specific Combinations
The probability of this happening is incredibly low, so the casino rewards you with a massive payout of 180 to 1.
While these bets are incredibly exciting, they come with a significantly higher house edge than the standard Big/Small wagers.
| Bet Name | Winning Condition | Typical Payout |
|---|---|---|
| Big | Total is 11 to 17 (No Triples) | 1 to 1 |
| Small | Total is 4 to 10 (No Triples) | 1 to 1 |
Sic Bo offers a fantastic, low-stress alternative to the intimidating complexities of the craps table.
