Chinese Gambling Games Casino Games with Chinese Origins
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Chinese Gambling Games: Casino Classics with Roots in China
Introduction
Chinese culture has had a profound impact on the American gambling scene. Many popular casino games in the U.S. trace their origins back to China, introduced through waves of Chinese immigration. Here, we explore some of these fascinating games that have crossed cultural boundaries to become staples in both land-based and online casinos.
Pai Gow Poker
Pai Gow Poker is a blend of traditional Chinese Pai Gow tiles and American poker. Originally, Pai Gow?"meaning "Make Nine"?"was played with tiles and is one of the oldest gambling games still enjoyed in modern casinos. In its poker version, the game uses playing cards and traditional poker hand rankings. It’s immensely popular and available in almost every major U.S. casino, with online versions widely accessible.
The goal in Pai Gow Poker is to create the highest possible two poker hands (a five-card hand and a two-card hand) from seven dealt cards. Players compete against a banker, who could be either the casino dealer or a player capable of paying winnings.
Sic Bo
Sic Bo is another ancient Chinese game that made its way to the U.S. in the early 20th century through Chinese immigrants. You can find it in casinos in Macau, the U.S., and the UK, along with online versions.
Meaning "Dice Pair," Sic Bo is played with three dice on a special table. Players place multiple bets on the table and roll the dice. Outcomes are determined by the combinations on the three dice, with different payouts based on the casino's schedule.
Fan Tan
Once the most popular game among Chinese gamblers, Fan Tan's heyday is past, but its legacy continues. Brought to the U.S. in the 1890s, Fan Tan was once a staple in Chinatowns across the nation. Although its prevalence has diminished, you can still find Fan Tan in some Macau casinos and online.
Traditional Fan Tan, not to be mistaken for the card game, involves betting on numbers or corners of a square marked on a table. The banker covers a pile of objects with a bowl, and players bet. The croupier removes objects in groups of four until the remainder determines the winning bet.
Mahjong
Arguably the most significant cultural contribution from China to the gaming world, Mahjong is an ancient tile game with countless variants globally, including online. Legend says Mahjong was developed by Confucius in 500 BC and arrived in the U.S. in the 1920s, quickly gaining popularity, particularly among women.
The American version of Mahjong emerged in the 1930s, with the National Mahjong League forming around the same time. Across the world, variations like Japanese, Vietnamese, and Cantonese Mahjong exist, differing in scoring, tile count, and rules. In 1998, China’s State Sports Commission established a standardized set of rules to separate it from gambling.
Mahjong Solitaire, the online version, has recently seen a surge in popularity. This matching game uses Mahjong tiles in various layouts and is available on numerous gaming sites.
Conclusion
These captivating games showcase the rich influence of Chinese culture on the global gambling landscape, bridging traditions and modern gaming arenas. From land-based casinos to online platforms, their enduring appeal continues to entertain players worldwide.
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