To the uninitiated, the craps table is easily the most intimidating spot on the casino floor.
Despite its complex appearance, the fundamental rules of craps are surprisingly straightforward.
How to Bet the Pass Line
The core of craps revolves almost entirely around the fundamental Pass Line bet.
You place this bet before the "come-out roll," which is the very first roll of a new round.
The Pass Line has a very low house edgeIt is the most common bet on the tableWinning on the come-out roll doubles your money
Playing After the Come-Out Roll
Once the Point is set, the objective of the game completely changes for the shooter.
The shooter must now roll that exact same Point number again before rolling a 7.
The Best Bet in the Casino
Once a Point is established, you can make an additional wager called "Taking Odds."
Always maximize your Odds bet up to the table limit to reduce the overall house edge.
RollOutcome (Pass Line)Action7 or 11WinTake Payout4,5,6,8,9,10Point SetPlace Odds Bet
Craps offers an unbeatable combination of social excitement and incredibly low house edges.
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Mastering the Game of Casino Craps
Archie Stowell edited this page 2026-08-07 08:27:03 +00:00