Chinese Gambling Games Casino Games with Chinese Origins
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Chinese Gambling Games: Casino Classics with Chinese Origins
Summary
Discover some of the most renowned casino games that have traveled from China to the United States, influencing American gambling culture.Introduction
Chinese culture has left a lasting imprint on the American gambling industry. Many popular casino games in the US have their roots in China, brought over by Chinese immigrants. Here, we explore a selection of these captivating games.Pai Gow Poker
Pai Gow Poker is a fascinating blend of American poker and the ancient Chinese game, Pai Gow, which translates to "Make 9." Originally played with tiles, Pai Gow now uses playing cards and follows traditional poker hand rankings. It's a staple in major US casinos, and its online version is widely available.The game's objective is to create the highest possible two poker hands?"a five-card hand and a two-card hand?"from seven cards. Players face off against the banker, who can be the dealer or another player capable of covering bets.
Sic Bo
Sic Bo is another classic with ancient Chinese origins, arriving in the US in the early 20th century. This dice game is popular in casinos across Macau, the US, and the UK, with an online version also available.Meaning "Dice Pair," Sic Bo uses three dice and is played on a designated table. Players place bets on various combinations, and the dice roll determines the outcomes. Payoffs vary depending on the combination and the casino.
Fan Tan
Once the crown jewel of Chinese gambling, Fan Tan was introduced to the US in the 1890s. Back then, bustling Fan Tan houses dotted American Chinatowns. Today, it's found in select casinos in Macau and online gaming platforms.Traditional Fan Tan involves objects like coins or beans placed on a table with a marked square. The game is simple, with odds of 1:4. Players bet on numbers or corners, and a croupier removes items until a final set remains. If one object is left, bets on "1" win, and so forth.
Mahjong
Perhaps the most significant Chinese contribution to gaming, Mahjong is a tile-based game with numerous global variants, including online versions. Legend says Confucius invented Mahjong around 500 BC. It reached the US in the 1920s, quickly gaining popularity, especially among women.The American version developed in the 1930s, and remains popular, with the National Mahjong League founded around the same time. Variations exist worldwide, differing in scoring, tile numbers, and rules. In 1998, China's Sports Commission standardized the rules to distinguish the legal skill game from gambling.
Mahjong Solitaire, an online iteration, has gained massive popularity. This matching game uses Mahjong tiles and is featured on many gaming sites in diverse layouts and versions.
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These Chinese-origin games have not only enriched the American casino landscape but also captivated players worldwide, both in physical and online settings.
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