How to Play Sic Bo at Maxim88 Live Casino
Sic Bo is a traditional Chinese dice game with centuries of history — and at Maxim88 you can play both the classic version and Evolution Gaming's Super Sic Bo, where random multipliers up to 1,000x are applied each round. This guide covers all bet types, complete payout tables, the Super Sic Bo multiplier mechanic, and tips for Malaysian players approaching this game for the first time.
What is Sic Bo?
Sic Bo (骰寶, meaning "precious dice") is one of the few casino games of Chinese origin to achieve global recognition. The game is played with three dice. A dealer (or automated shaker mechanism) shakes the three dice inside a covered cup or glass dome. Players bet on the outcome before the dice are revealed. The betting layout offers a wide variety of options — from simple even-money bets on the total being Small (4–10) or Big (11–17), to exotic high-payout bets like Specific Triple (all three dice showing the same chosen number).
Sic Bo requires no skill — you simply bet on outcomes and hope the dice cooperate. This makes it immediately accessible to beginners, while the variety of bet types provides experienced players with enough strategic depth to maintain interest across a long session. The game is enormously popular in Macau, Hong Kong and across Malaysia, where it is often played at Chinese New Year celebrations alongside Mahjong.
Sic Bo Bet Types, Payouts and House Edges
| Bet Type | Description | Payout | House Edge |
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| Small | Dice total 4–10 (loses on Any Triple) | 1:1 | 2.78% |
| Big | Dice total 11–17 (loses on Any Triple) | 1:1 | 2.78% |
| Odd | Dice total is odd | 1:1 | 2.78% |
| Even | Dice total is even | 1:1 | 2.78% |
| Dice Total 4 or 17 | Exact dice total of 4 or 17 | 60:1 | 15.28% |
| Dice Total 5 or 16 | Exact dice total of 5 or 16 | 30:1 | 13.89% |
| Dice Total 6 or 15 | Exact dice total of 6 or 15 | 17:1 | 16.67% |
| Dice Total 7 or 14 | Exact dice total of 7 or 14 | 12:1 | 9.72% |
| Dice Total 8 or 13 | Exact dice total of 8 or 13 | 8:1 | 12.50% |
| Dice Total 9, 10, 11 or 12 | Exact dice total | 6:1 | 12.50% |
| Specific Double | Two dice show the same specified number | 10:1 | 18.52% |
| Any Triple | All three dice show the same number (any) | 30:1 | 13.89% |
| Specific Triple | All three dice show one specified number | 180:1 | 16.20% |
| Two Dice Combination | Two specified different numbers appear | 5:1 | 16.67% |
| Single Die Bet | One specified number appears on 1/2/3 dice | 1:1 / 2:1 / 3:1 | 7.87% |
Super Sic Bo — The Evolution Gaming Version
Super Sic Bo is Evolution Gaming's enhanced take on the classic game. All the standard Sic Bo bets are available, but before each round the RNG randomly selects a number of bet positions to receive a multiplier. These multipliers range from 2x to 1,000x the standard payout for that bet type.
For example: if the "Any Triple" bet (normally pays 30:1) is selected with a 50x multiplier, a winning Any Triple bet pays 50 times 30 = 1,500:1 for that round. The multipliers are displayed on screen before the betting window closes, giving players the option to concentrate chips on multiplied positions if desired.
The trade-off: multiplied positions in Super Sic Bo have their standard payouts temporarily replaced by the multiplier. Non-multiplied positions pay standard Sic Bo rates. The overall theoretical RTP of Super Sic Bo is approximately 97.22%, slightly better than standard Sic Bo. The random nature of which positions receive multipliers each round creates significant excitement and variety across sessions.
Sic Bo Tips for Beginners
Start With Small and Big Bets
The Small and Big bets offer the lowest house edge in Sic Bo at 2.78% and pay 1:1. They win when the three dice total between 4–10 (Small) or 11–17 (Big), excluding Any Triple results. These bets are the most bankroll-friendly and win the most frequently, making them ideal for new players learning the game.
Avoid Specific Triple as a Regular Bet
The Specific Triple bet pays 180:1 and is the most exciting Sic Bo bet, but it carries a 16.20% house edge. This means for every MYR 100 wagered on Specific Triple over time, you expect to lose MYR 16.20. Reserve high-payout bets for occasional entertainment rather than regular strategy.
In Super Sic Bo, Watch the Multipliers
Before each Super Sic Bo round, check which bet positions have multipliers applied and how large those multipliers are. Concentrating some of your budget on a highly multiplied position adds excitement and potential for outsized wins — but remember that multiplied positions are random and there is no guarantee of winning.
Set a Session Budget
Sic Bo rounds complete quickly, especially in live casino format. Without a predefined session budget, it is easy to lose track of accumulated wagers. Decide your session budget before you begin and stick to it. For detailed guidance, see our Bankroll Management Guide.
How to Play Sic Bo at Maxim88 — Step by Step
- Register and Deposit — Create your Maxim88 account and deposit at least MYR 30.
- Open Sic Bo — Navigate to Live Casino and select Sic Bo or Super Sic Bo from the game lobby.
- Study the Bet Layout — Review the Sic Bo betting table on screen. Each area corresponds to a specific dice outcome or combination.
- Place Your Bets — Click on your chosen bet areas. Multiple bets can be placed simultaneously on a single round.
- Watch the Dice Reveal — The dice are shaken and revealed. In live format, an HD camera captures the dice clearly.
- Collect Winnings — Winning bet areas are highlighted automatically. Payouts are credited to your balance immediately.
Sic Bo FAQ
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Sic Bo is a traditional Chinese dice game where three dice are shaken and players bet on the outcome. Bet types range from simple even-money Small/Big bets to high-payout Specific Triple bets paying 180:1. It requires no skill — outcomes are entirely random.
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Super Sic Bo is Evolution Gaming's enhanced version where random multipliers of 2x to 1,000x are applied to selected bet positions before each round. Winning bets on multiplied positions receive the multiplied payout. Overall RTP is approximately 97.22%.
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Small and Big bets offer the lowest house edge at 2.78% and pay 1:1. They win when the dice total 4–10 (Small) or 11–17 (Big), excluding Any Triple combinations.
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A Specific Triple — all three dice showing the same specified number (e.g., three fours) — pays 180:1 in standard Sic Bo. In Super Sic Bo, if that position has a multiplier applied, the effective payout can be substantially higher.
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Yes. Super Sic Bo and standard Sic Bo are fully mobile-optimised on iOS and Android browsers at Maxim88. No app download is required.