Method of playing a dice game

Abstract

A novel game and board or surface is played in combination with two sets of playing pieces consisting of three dice each, one set being visibly distinguishable from the second set and wherein in one embodiment all bets are placed on the board or surface before the first set of dice is throw to speed up the method of play and payoffs for each bet are set by the house. Optionally, the house may set and take additional bets between a throw of the first set of dice and a throw of the second set of dice. In another embodiment of the invention, players use the two sets of dice in sequence wherein winning bets are related to poker hands such as open numbers from 3-35; 3 of a kind; 4 of a kind; 5 of a kind, straight; any 3 pair; 6 of a kind, and six sixes (but specifically excluding two of a kind to provide decisive winning odds for the house) and where the payoffs for each bet are 2 for 1, 3 for 1, 4 for 1, 5 for 1, 8 for 1, 8 for 1, 12 for 1, and 20 for 1, respectively, for example. In yet another embodiment of the invention, odds for all bets are again set by the house and a defined whole or percentage of the remaining losing bets form a progressive pot for 6 of a kind and/or six sixes comprises part of the betting.

Description

[0001]This is a divisional application of application Ser. No. 09 / 391,445 filed Sep. 8, 1999 now U.S. Pat. No. 6,273,423. Applicant claims the benefit of the filing thereof for all commonly disclosed subject matter.BACKGROUND[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates to casino games, and more particularly, but not by way of limitation, to a wagering game employing dice in combination with common poker-like winning hands that is intended to be played in gambling casinos, but which game can also be played in non-gambling settings. Even more particularly, the instant invention is intended to give a novel and new look and feel to the currently popular games of craps and poker, yet have simplified rules and procedures designed both to encourage use by novice gamblers and to increase the betting decisions per hour to maximize casino profit.[0004]2. Description of the Prior Art[0005]Games of chance employing dice are as old as the invention of dice themselves. The c...

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Benefits of technology

[0033]In the case of electronic dice an actuating button or similar device would be made accessible to each player on a rotating basis. In one preferred embodiment, if the “rolling player,” or “shooter,” wins his or her bet, the shooter continues to roll the dice. Otherwise, the dice are passed to the next player. In an alternative embodiment, there is a new shooter after each and every roll of the dice. Therefore, the present game advantageously increases the number of players directly involved in the ultimate outcome of the game, and thereby increases player participation and satisfaction.

[0034]The playing surface is divided into a plurality of discrete areas that are used for different wagering purposes. In one preferred embodiment, the table layout makes available twenty-five different wagering spaces or combinations. A player wagers on the outcomes of any selected roll of the dice by placing a wager in a space dedicated for the selected wager. The spaces or betting areas on the table correspond to all possible results or combinations of the two sets of three dice. The player wins the wager if the combination of the two symbols shown on the dice corresponds to the combination upon which the player wagered. Additionally, in the preferred embodiment, the individual combinations may be combined into other wagers, referred to as “field” or “line” wagers. If the playe...

Problems solved by technology

Dice thrown into a dice box can occasionally result in a miss, wherein the dice miss the box or fly out of it after being thrown.

However, the game of craps presents various betting schemes that appear complicated to the uninitiated and the speed of play intimidates the beginner.

As a result craps has a reputation of being difficult to learn and play.

As a result, although craps is generally perceived to be exciting and attractive, many casino patrons are intimidated and discouraged from playing.

This results in lost business for the casinos, and less gaming diversity for the gambling public.

That is, every player at the craps table wagers whether the shooter will “make a pass” and win the game or fail to make a pass and thereby lose control of the dice to the next shooter.

Disadvantageously, there are no markings on the craps table to indicate either the odds of success or the return on investment for any particular wager.

However, if the shooter rolls a 7 prior to repeating a roll of the point, the shooter does not pass, or “seven-out”, and the pass line wagers lose while the don't pass line wagers win.

The payoffs are apportioned to adequately reward players who have risk a wager on a given number but not yet quite adequately compensate them in proportion to the risk they have taken.

Consequently, even experienced craps players often hesitate before placing such wagers, resulting in lost betting opportunities for them, and lost revenue for the casino.

However, the great number of possible bets causes even experienced players to o...

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