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A basic history of Craps

Here at our phenomenal NetBet online slots library, we strive to continuously update our ever-growing library of card games, including the iconic game of craps. At our casino, we have a wide array of titles which we consider the finest on the market so let us give you some background on how to play one of the most well-known games in the world. 

What is Craps?

Craps is a hugely popular casino game involving dice where players must bet on the outcome of two rolled dice. Players can then wager against the bank or against fellow players, in a similar way to blackjack and other table games. Craps is an extremely simple game and even a novice will be up and running in no time. Each round in the game starts with the ‘come-out roll’. If the total value of the two dice on a come-out roll is 2, 3 or 12, the player ‘craps out’ and the round ends. The round is also over if the come-out roll totals 7 or 11. However, any other value allows the player to continue to the next stage of the game. The banker continues to roll the dice with gamblers betting on the outcome until they roll a 7 or reach the point value that has been pre-set. Craps is a thrilling experience for players and once you have got the hang of things, there are a number of different ways Craps can be played. With the growth of online casinos you can now play a variety of versions of Craps games each with their own individual features and twists. 

History of Craps

The origins of Craps go back to Ancient times, making this one of the oldest games in history. It has evolved over the centuries into what we play today and it is still a very popular choice with casino players. History indicates thatRoman soldiers invented the game of craps using knuckle-bones of a pig as dice and their armor shields as a table. There are also other sources that claim  craps originated from an Arabic dice game called Al Dar, which means “dice” in Arabic, and that merchants brought the game over to Europe in the 12th Century. Either way there is one thing for certain is that this game has survived centuries to still be loved worldwide today.

Online Craps at NetBet

At NetBet, we have plenty of variations of this fantastic game that you can enjoy whilst navigating our library and looking at what we have to offer. Currently, we have a wide range of Craps and dice game titles to choose from. Ranging from Live Casino games with real life dealers, to classic online dice slots and also themed dice slots with exciting twists. Of course the most popular with our players is the classic Craps Live from Evolution Gaming. This is the closest players will get to the real in-house casino experience. As well as this, players also enjoy titles like Dice Dice Dice and Lightning Dice.  The premise is the same on all these variations, however each of these examples display the different ways players can experience the great game of craps. Whether you want an authentic life-like experience or modern twists on the classic game, NetBet has it all. Get the true Vegas feel with the craps and dice game titles at NetBet. 

When you choose our fantastic NetBet Casino, you can enjoy a whole range of top quality card games. Whatever you choose, always remember to bet responsibly. Here at NetBet, we regard player wellbeing as our number one priority – check out our Responsible Gambling tips and tools page for more information.