A Guide to Craps Bets

How to Play Craps

The game of Craps starts with the shooter (the person rolling the dice) making a pass line bet. The pass line bet is a bet that the shooter will roll a seven or eleven on their first roll. If the shooter rolls a two, three, or twelve, it's called craps, and the pass line bet loses.

If the shooter rolls any other number (four, five, six, eight, nine, or ten), that number becomes the point. The shooter continues to roll the dice until they roll the point number again, in which case the pass line bet wins. If the shooter rolls a seven before rolling the point number, the pass line bet loses.

Once the point is established, other players at the table can make different types of bets on the outcome of the shooter's roll.

Types of Craps Bets

Basic Bets

Pass Line Bet

The Pass Line bet is the most basic and popular bet in craps. Players bet on the shooter to win by rolling a 7 or 11 on the come-out roll, or to establish a point and then roll the point number again before rolling a 7. The payout for a Pass Line bet is 1:1.

Don't Pass Line Bet

The Don't Pass Line bet is the opposite of the Pass Line bet. Players bet against the shooter, hoping that the shooter will roll a 2, 3, or 12 on the come-out roll, or roll a 7 before rolling the point number. The payout for a Don't Pass Line bet is 1:1.

Come Bet

The Come bet is similar to the Pass Line bet, but it is placed after the point has been established. Players bet on the shooter to roll a 7 or 11 on the next roll after the Come bet is placed, or to roll the point number before rolling a 7. The payout for a Come bet is 1:1.

Intermediate Bets

Place Bet

The Place bet is a bet on a specific number (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10) to be rolled before a 7. The payout for a Place bet varies depending on the number bet on, ranging from 9:5 to 7:6.

Field Bet

The Field bet is a bet on the next roll to be a 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, or 12. The payout for a Field bet is 1:1 for a roll of 3, 4, 9, 10, or 11, and 2:1 for a roll of 2 or 12.

Come/Don't Come Bet

The Come/Don't Come bet is similar to the Pass Line/Don't Pass Line bet, but it is placed after the point has been established. Players bet on the shooter to roll a 7 or 11 on the next roll after the Come/Don't Come bet is placed, or to roll the point number before rolling a 7. The payout for a Come/Don't Come bet is 1:1.

Advanced Bets

Odds Bet

The Odds bet is an additional bet that can be placed after the point has been established. The Odds bet is a bet on the point number to be rolled before a 7. The payout for an Odds bet varies depending on the number bet on, ranging from 2:1 to 6:5.

Hardways Bet

The Hardways bet is a bet on a specific number (4, 6, 8, or 10) to be rolled as a pair (2-2, 3-3, 4-4, or 5-5) before rolling a non-pair or a 7. The payout for a Hardways bet varies depending on the number bet on, ranging from 7:1 to 9:1.

Any Seven Bet

The Any Seven bet is a bet on the next roll to be a 7. The payout for an Any Seven bet is 4:1.

Tips for Playing Craps

At Galera, there is a plethora of different types of Craps games. You can find conventional games that have all the bets listed above, and then there are unique games such as

Live Games that Suit Beginners

Live dealer games are always helpful for beginners. If you have never played live games before then do not worry, these games are exactly the same as the table games only they are played on real tables with real dealers. These dealers can help you with the different types of bets and always provide you with useful information even during gameplay. With live games, you cannot play for free, but at Live Craps Brasileira you can start with smaller stakes and practise.

Start with Simple Bets

As a beginner, it's best to start with simple bets such as the pass line bet or the come bet. These bets have a lower house edge and are easier to understand. Once you feel confident enough on the pass line or come bets, you can start betting on the field bets, odds bets, and so on.

Manage Your Bankroll

Craps is a fast-paced game, and it's easy to get caught up in the excitement and place too many bets. Set a budget before you start playing and stick to it. Don't chase losses or increase your bets in an attempt to recoup your losses.

Roll the Dice Today

Now that you know all the different types of bets at Craps, you have everything you need to play any of our Craps games.

Remember to manage your bankroll, understand the odds, and start with simple bets to increase your chances of winning. Always gamble responsibly and within your means.