Rolling the Dice: Exploring Diverse Craps Variants for Casino Enthusiasts

·       Classic Craps

Also known as “bank craps,” the classic variation is one of the most popular online casino games in Malaysia. It has a straightforward objective: put wagers on dice rolls and hope that the shooter lands on a winning combination.

The first roll of every round is called the “come-out roll,” and if players put their money on a pass line bet and the shooter rolls a 7 or an 11, they win. But those who placed wagers on the “pass line bet” will lose if the shooter rolls a 2, 3, or 12 (called the craps).

Classic craps has stood the test of time because of its simplicity and fast-paced action, with players being able to jump into the game even with minimal knowledge of the rules. It also has player-friendly odds and the perfect balance of excitement, fairness, and accessibility that makes it a favourite among punters.

·       Crapless Craps

As the name suggests, players will not lose when the shooter rolls a 2, 3, or 12 in this variation. Instead, these numbers will become a “point”, which means the shooter must roll the point again before rolling a 7 to win. This makes this craps variation much longer compared to classic craps, as there are more chances for the shooter to roll point numbers instead of a winning or losing roll.

Despite the longer game, the removal of 2, 3, or 12 as losing rolls makes the game more exciting for some. This variation mainly appeals to those who enjoy longer gameplays and prefer sudden disappointments because of a craps roll.

·       High Point Craps

In this craps variation, if the shooter rolls a 2 or 3 on the come-out roll, they will be allowed to roll again without any consequences. But if the roll value comes above 11, it will be an automatic win for the players who placed a pass-line bet. Once the come-out roll rolls a point number between 4-10, the shooter will attempt to roll a number higher than the point to win.

This variation is much less popular compared to the others, but there is still a demand for high-point craps, especially for those looking for a less complex and much easier version of the game.

·       New York Craps

New York Craps offers another distinctive version of the game and is widely popular in land-based casinos located in the US East Coast and UK. Probably the most notable difference is the table layout and its own unique set of rules, eliminating “come” and “don’t come” bets from the equation. It also has fewer betting choices, but the trade-off comes in a higher house edge.

Experienced crap players looking for a game that has no unnecessary extras will love this variation. They can focus on the core dice-rolling mechanics and less on complex wagering strategies that can negatively affect the playing experience.