| Craps is considered a truly American game, although it’s rooted in several European dice games. Craps peaked in popularity shortly after the return of GI's from World War II. During the 1940s and 1950s, Craps was the premier game in a majority of American casinos. Since the early 1960s, the popularity of Craps has diminished. Games such as Blackjack and Slots have taken over the top gaming spot in most American casinos. However, Craps remains a fun game that can reward the player with fast payouts and nonstop action.
A typical Craps table is run by four casino employees: the Stickman, who is responsible for calling dice rolls, keeping the game moving, and returning the dice to the "shooter" after each roll; the Boxman, who is in charge of all money that comes in and goes out of the game; and one Dealer for each end of the table. The Dealers are responsible for placing and clearing bets and paying off winning bets. Craps is a fast-paced and exciting game. Players are usually very vocal and often trade barbs with the Dealers at the table. Some people consider Craps to be the most exciting game the casino has to offer. | |
