How a round works
A Bac Bo round
- Betting opens. You bet on Player, Banker, Tie or side bets.
- Betting closes.
- Two dice are rolled for Player.
- Two dice are rolled for Banker.
- The higher total wins. Equal totals are a tie.
Each side's total runs from 2 to 12. In the standard version, unlike card baccarat, there's no "last digit only" rule and no third card. The dice decide everything in one roll per side.
Main bets
Bac Bo main bets
| Bet | Wins when | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Player | Player's total is higher | Payout in the help panel |
| Banker | Banker's total is higher | Payout in the help panel |
| Tie | Totals are equal | Pays more, lands less often |
In card baccarat, Banker wins slightly more often because of the drawing rules, and pays a commission to balance it. Bac Bo has no drawing rules, so Player and Banker are symmetrical. That changes the payouts and how ties are treated. The help panel is the place to check whether a tie returns part or all of a Player or Banker bet, or loses it.
The Tie bet
Two dice totals match less often than they differ. The Tie bet pays more to make up for it, and some versions pay different amounts depending on which total ties. Like the Tie in card baccarat, it generally carries a higher edge than the main bets. Read the help panel for its payout table.
Side bets
Bac Bo may offer side bets on the dice themselves, such as a specific total or a pair. Each has its own payout and, typically, a higher edge than Player or Banker. Keep them small or skip them.
Bac Bo versus card baccarat
Dice versus cards
| Bac Bo | Card baccarat | |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | Four dice, two per side | A shoe of cards |
| Drawing rules | None | Fixed third card rules |
| Banker advantage | None | Slight, balanced by commission |
| Pace | Fast | Steady |
| Roads and history | Shown | Shown |
If you like baccarat but find the drawing rules confusing, Bac Bo is a simpler entry. If you want the classic game, see live baccarat.
A worked example
Invented numbers. You bet 5 on Player. Player rolls 4 and 5, a total of 9. Banker rolls 6 and 6, a total of 12. Banker wins and you lose 5. Next round, Player rolls 11, Banker 7, and you win at the Player payout. If both roll 8, it's a tie; the help panel says what happens to your Player bet.
History and patterns
Bac Bo shows a history of results like other baccarat games. Patterns in that history don't predict the next roll. Dice have no memory. Our live dealer tips explain why road reading doesn't help.
Pace
Rounds are short, so you'll play many per hour. At the same stake, that means more wagered per hour than slower games. Set a time limit as well as a budget.
Who it suits
Players who want a quick, simple game with low decision load. For more dice games, see craps, Sic Bo and dice and Super Sic Bo. For a card game that's equally simple, try Dragon Tiger.
Limits
Bac Bo tables show their limits on the tile or in the table info. Our table limits and etiquette guide explains how to choose a table by budget.
Responsible play
Fast games make it easy to bet more than you meant to. Gambling can be addictive, so set your budget, decide how many rounds you'll play, and use Stake's deposit limits if you need a firm stop. 18+ only, or the higher legal age where you live. Stake.com isn't available in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Ontario or the other places on Stake's prohibited list, and the list can change, so check our availability page. Using a VPN to get around a block breaks Stake's terms.
The odds behind the dice
With two dice, totals near 7 are the most common and 2 or 12 are the rarest. Both sides use the same dice, so neither has an edge over the other before payouts. Ties are most likely on the middle totals, because those come up most often. That's why some versions pay more for a tie on rare totals like 2 or 12 than on 7. The help panel shows the tie payout table for the version Stake offers.
Equipment and fairness
The dice are rolled in the studio and read on camera. The studio's licensing and testing are separate from Stake's, and the studio publishes those details itself. If a result looks wrong, note the round ID from the history, take a screenshot and contact Stake's 24/7 live chat while logged in.
Bet sizing
Because rounds are fast, a stake that feels small can add up quickly. Invented numbers: at 2 a round and a fast pace, you could wager well over a hundred in a single hour. Decide the hourly amount you're comfortable with and set your stake from that, not the other way round.
FAQ
Is Bac Bo the same as baccarat?
It uses the same Player, Banker and Tie bets, but with dice and no drawing rules.
What happens to my bet on a tie?
It depends on the table's rules. Check the help panel.
Is there a commission on Banker?
Bac Bo's payouts differ from card baccarat. The help panel shows them.
Can I predict the dice?
No. Each roll is independent.