Craps Malaysia – Complete Pass Line Dice Game Strategy Guide

Craps is one of the most exciting and social dice games in live casino history, now available at Maxim88 Malaysia. The game revolves around predicting the outcome of two dice rolled by a "shooter" — with dozens of bet types ranging from simple pass/don't pass wagers to complex proposition bets. While craps can seem complex at first, the core bets are straightforward and offer excellent odds.

What is Craps?

Craps is a dice game where players bet on the outcomes of one or a series of rolls. The key role is the "shooter" who throws the dice. The game progresses through two phases: the Come Out roll (establishing the point) and subsequent rolls (betting on whether the point is made or a 7 rolls first).

Core Craps Bets

1. Pass Line: The most popular bet — wins on Come Out rolls of 7 or 11, loses on 2/3/12. If a point is set, wins if the point is rolled before a 7. House edge: 1.41%.
2. Don't Pass: The opposite of Pass Line — wins if 7 is rolled before the point after it is set. House edge: 1.36%.
3. Come/Don't Come: Identical to Pass/Don't Pass but placed after the point is established.
4. Free Odds: An additional bet behind Pass/Don't Pass with zero house edge — the best bet in any casino game.
5. Place Bets: Bet on specific numbers (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10) rolling before a 7.

Strategy for Craps

Tip 1: Pass Line + Maximum Free Odds

The optimal craps strategy is to bet the table minimum on Pass Line and back it with the maximum Free Odds bet. The Free Odds bet has zero house edge, making this combination the best expected value play in the entire game.

Tip 2: Avoid Proposition Bets

Center table proposition bets (Any 7, Any Craps, Hardways) carry house edges of 9-16%. They are exciting to watch but terrible value. Stick to Pass Line and Come bets for disciplined craps play.

Providers at Maxim88

• Evolution Gaming — Offers live craps with full bet functionality and professional craps dealers.
• Playtech — Provides live craps as part of their comprehensive live casino game suite.