Most people who frequent in-house and online casinos are aware that poker tournaments happen all the time. What they are not aware of, however, is that there are often just as many craps tournaments going on. Although craps is often said to be a game of pure luck, a little skill and strategy can give any player enough boost to win big.

Starter Tips for Craps Tournaments

Before officially signing up for any tournament, it is important to thoroughly review the rules of the particular tournament. Some are pure gambling marathons that push players to make the most bets within a preset time period, but others put players head-to-head to see who can win the most money overall. Also, it is important to know what the bet minimum is for the tournament. Some require large bets; others are free. Knowing whether or not the prize pool is affected by the number of participants and how many participants are expected can also help players determine whether or not it is worth their starting bets to compete.

Winning Craps Tournaments

Although players from around the world have different ideas of the perfect craps tournament strategy, there is one thing that is almost universal--the 'all or nothing' attitude. Basically, a player should determine how much they need to win to advance to the next round and wager whatever it takes to win that amount. Losing an entire bankroll on one round is often more gratifying than hanging onto a round by the skin of the teeth, only to lose at the end by a measly few dollars. Toward the end of the round, if the player is leading in chips, they can slow down their aggressive actions and play normally, as long as they maintain the lead.

Craps tournaments are often held at in-house casinos as promotional events, so it is likely that participants will be offered free rooms, dining, drinks, or more. Above all, players are encouraged to have fun when playing in a craps tournament.