What is Sic Bo ?

Sic Bo is one of the oldest casino games still played today. It hides a deep cultural history and a complexity that attracts all kinds of players. From ancient Chinese gambling houses to regulated Belgian online casinos, the game has traveled far. But what should players know before placing their bets?

The history of Sic Bo: from ancient China to global casinos

The roots of Sic Bo stretch back several centuries to ancient China, where dice-based games were deeply embedded in social life. The name “Sic Bo” itself translates to “precious dice”, a reference to the three dice that define the game. Unlike many Western casino games that rely heavily on cards or wheels, Sic Bo’s simplicity made it accessible across all social classes.

As Chinese migration expanded across Southeast Asia, the game followed. Macau, long considered the gambling capital of Asia, became one of Sic Bo’s most important strongholds. When European-style casinos began to incorporate Asian classics, Sic Bo entered international gaming floors.

Digital platforms have transformed Sic Bo without compromising its integrity. Online versions replicate the physical table, while random number generators ensure fairness in non-live formats. Mobile accessibility has further expanded the game’s reach. Today, Sic Bo is widely available in online casinos licensed in Belgium and across Europe.

How is Sic Bo played ?

Sic Bo is straightforward. Three six-sided dice are placed inside a transparent container and shaken. The outcome determines the winning bets. The challenge lies not in understanding the rules, but in navigating the wide range of betting options available.

The game has some similarities to craps.

Sic Bo's betting structure

Sic Bo’s betting layout may be overwhelming at first glance. The table is filled with numbers and combinations, each representing a different probability:

Play Sic Bo at PepperMill Casino

There are several variants of Sic Bo you can play at PepperMill Casino.

Mega Sic Bo (Pragmatic Play)

Mega Sic Bo is a live version of Sic Bo developed by Pragmatic Play.

In this version, you still predict the outcome of three rolled dice, but you also enjoy random Mega Multipliers. Before the dice results are revealed, standard odds are replaced with these multipliers, giving players the chance to win up to 1,000 times their original stake.

The game is streamed 24/7 in high-quality from Pragmatic Play’s studios. It has a luxurious visual presentation and professional live dealers to replicate the atmosphere of a physical casino table.

First Person Super Sic Bo (Evolution)

First Person Super Sic Bo is a solo-play adaptation of Evolution’s popular Super Sic Bo. Rather than being dealt by a live dealer, this version allows you to play at your own pace with an animated interface and visual statistics.

The objective remains the same as traditional Sic Bo. You place bets on the outcome of three standard dice. Before each round, the game randomly applies multipliers of up to 1,000× to certain bet spots. If your winning bet includes a boosted spot, your payout increases accordingly, adding extra excitement and win potential.

Sic Bo Dragons (Wazdan)

Sic Bo Dragons is an online game by Wazdan. Instead of just three dice, it uses four, increasing the number of possible outcomes.

Bets are placed on the traditional outcomes of the dice, but the extra die adds excitement. Sic Bo Dragons also includes features such as multiple speed modes and Wazdan’s Gamble Feature, where you can risk a win for a chance to double it.

Sic Bac and Bac Bo

Casino games often evolve by borrowing successful elements from one another. Sic Bac and Bac Bo are perfect examples of this trend. They blend the simplicity and speed of dice games with the familiarity and structure of baccarat.

Instead of cards, Sic Bac and Bac Bo use four dice. Two of the dice are assigned to the “Player” side and two to the “Banker” side. The values of the dice determine which side wins, closely mirroring baccarat’s Player vs Banker structure. If the sum of the Player’s dice is higher than the Banker’s, Player wins. If the Banker’s dice is higher, Banker’s wins. Some versions include side bets.

Sic Bac is a game by Pragmatic Play while Bac Bo is from Evolution. There are live and first-person versions available.

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In a landscape dominated by slots and card games, Sic Bo stands out. Its simplicity, cultural heritage, and dynamic betting system offer a different kind of experience. It does not promise mastery or predictability, but it delivers immediacy and suspense.

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