What is live Sic Bo?
Live Sic Bo is an online casino game in which a real dealer rolls three dice in a studio. Players watch the roll on video and place bets through a digital interface.
What is Live Sic Bo?
Live Sic Bo is an online casino game in which a real dealer rolls three dice in a studio. You watch the roll on video and place bets through a digital interface. Because the dice are physical, much of the game is visible as it happens.
Seeing a roll on camera is useful context, but it is not by itself a guarantee of fairness. Regulated operators are subject to licensing requirements and, where applicable, independent testing and certification of the systems involved. The practical step for players is to verify the operator's provincial registration, read the specific table's rules and paytable, and check whether the operator publishes testing or certification information.
Sic Bo offers a large number of bets on three dice. The main bets have very different house edges, and the figures only make sense when the payout schedule is stated. If you want the wider picture, see the live casino games hub, or compare against live Craps and the live dice games hub.
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Three dice
Three six-sided dice, 216 equally likely ordered outcomes.
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Wide bet range
Big/Small, totals, single numbers, combinations and triples.
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Result history
View recent results and game statistics. Previous rolls do not predict future rolls in a fair game.
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Device support
Most operators support desktop, tablet and smartphone.
Sic Bo at a Glance
These figures apply to standard Sic Bo under the payout schedule stated in the tables below. Variants can change the payouts and therefore the edges. House edge is a long-run theoretical figure, not a session forecast.
216
Ordered outcomes for three six-sided dice
2.78%
Big/Small edge (standard payouts, triples lose)
7.87%
Single-number edge (1:1 / 2:1 / 3:1 schedule)
Varies
Totals, combinations and triples
How to Play Live Sic Bo
Sic Bo has a large layout but the underlying mechanic is simple: three dice are rolled, and any bets covering the outcome are paid at their listed odds.
The Basics
- The dice: three standard six-sided dice.
- Outcomes: 216 equally likely ordered combinations.
- Big / Small: Big is a total of 11–17; Small is a total of 4–10.
- Triples lose on Big/Small. If all three dice show the same number, the Big and Small bets lose — even when the total would otherwise fall in the winning range. For example, 4-4-4 totals 12 but loses a Big bet. This rule is what produces the standard 2.78% Big/Small edge.
- Other bets: totals, single-number bets, two-number combinations, and specific or any-triple bets, each with its own payout.
🎯 Expected value, not a system
Different Sic Bo bets have different house edges. That is a statement about long-run expectation for each bet under a stated payout schedule. It is not a prediction, and no betting system changes the edge on any individual bet.
Sic Bo Betting Options & House Edge
The figures below use common standard payout schedules for three-dice Sic Bo. Each row is one bet. Actual tables can vary in payouts, so confirm the schedule on the specific game before playing.
| Bet | Payout | House edge | Note |
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| Big / Small | 1:1 | 2.78% | All triples lose |
| Single number (1–6) | 1:1 / 2:1 / 3:1 | 7.87% | Pays depending on how many dice show the chosen number |
| Two-number combination | 5:1 | 16.67% | Both chosen numbers must appear |
| Any triple | 30:1 | 13.89% | Any of the six triples |
| Specific triple | 150:1 | 30.09% | A chosen triple, e.g. 5-5-5 |
| Total (4–17) | 6:1 to 60:1 | Varies by total | See the totals table below |
Totals: probabilities and house edges
Under a common payout schedule, totals pay according to how likely they are. The house edge varies from total to total. The table below shows winning outcomes (of 216), payout and house edge for each total.
| Total | Winning outcomes (of 216) | Payout | House edge |
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| 4 or 17 | 3 | 60:1 | 15.28% |
| 5 or 16 | 6 | 30:1 | 13.89% |
| 6 or 15 | 10 | 18:1 | 16.67% |
| 7 or 14 | 15 | 12:1 | 13.89% |
| 8 or 13 | 21 | 8:1 | 12.50% |
| 9 or 12 | 25 | 6:1 | 18.98% |
| 10 or 11 | 27 | 6:1 | 12.50% |
📘 How to read these numbers
House edge is the casino's theoretical long-run advantage on a bet. It assumes the bet is resolved many times. It does not predict a single roll or a session.
Different bets have very different edges. Adding higher-edge wagers to a lower-edge bet increases the weighted average edge on the total amount wagered. A bet selection cannot change the expected return on any individual wager.
Worked Example
A $10 bet on Big, with standard payouts, to show how a single round resolves. This is a mechanics example, not a prediction.
- The dealer rolls 3-3-5. The total is 11, which is in the Big range (11–17), and the dice are not a triple.
- The Big bet wins and pays 1:1, so you receive $10 profit plus your $10 stake back.
- If the same total had come from 4-4-3 (also 11), the outcome would be identical — the Big bet wins because the dice are not a triple.
- If the dealer had rolled 4-4-4 (total 12), the Big bet would lose because all triples lose on Big/Small, even though 12 falls within the Big range.
That last point is the reason the standard Big/Small house edge is 2.78% rather than a lower number.
Bet Selection and Bankroll Management
The only decisions in Sic Bo are which bets to place and how much to stake. Bet selection changes the frequency and size of wins, not the expected return on a given bet under the stated payouts.
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Lower-edge bets
Under standard payouts, Big/Small has the lowest edge at 2.78%. It wins frequently but pays 1:1, and all triples lose.
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Higher-edge bets
Single numbers, two-number combinations and triples carry higher edges. They pay more when they hit and lose more often. They do not improve expected return.
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Combining bets
Adding higher-edge wagers to a lower-edge wager increases the weighted average edge on the total amount wagered. It spreads action across outcomes but does not reduce the overall edge.
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Bankroll management
Set a budget before playing, decide session limits in advance, and stop when you reach them. This controls risk and playtime. It does not change expected value, and no system predicts fair dice outcomes.
Live Sic Bo Variants
Variants change presentation, pace, or payout structure. Payout changes affect the return to player, so read the specific rules and paytable before playing.
Classic Live Sic Bo
Standard three-dice format with a real dealer. Payouts vary by table, so check the schedule before joining.
Multiplier variants (for example, Lightning Sic Bo)
Multiplier Sic Bo changes the payout structure. Some outcomes receive a randomly assigned multiplier, and base payouts on the affected bets are often reduced. The multiplier mechanics and payout changes affect the return to player, so the game does not share the standard Sic Bo edges. Check the specific game's published rules and RTP.
Other formats
Additional formats exist — for example, high-paced tables and jackpot-enabled tables. Each has its own rules and payouts. Specific product names, feature sets and jackpot availability should be confirmed with the operator before playing.
Live Sic Bo in Canada: Regulatory Context
Online gambling regulation in Canada is provincial, not national. The two provinces most relevant to live Sic Bo are Ontario and Alberta, and they work differently.
Ontario
Ontario operates a regulated market for private online casino operators. Operators must be registered with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and conduct business with iGaming Ontario (iGO). An Ontario registration applies to Ontario only.
Alberta
In Alberta, the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission (AGLC) identifies Play Alberta as the province's regulated online gambling website. Being registered in another province does not mean an operator is licensed in Alberta.
Other provinces and territories
Regulatory arrangements vary. Before playing, check the applicable provincial or territorial framework and confirm the operator's status directly with the relevant regulator.
What to verify before you play
- The operator's provincial registration and the regulator's public registry entry.
- The specific Sic Bo tables currently offered, with their published rules, paytables and limits.
- The payment methods and support options the operator actually provides to your province.
- The current terms for any bonus or promotion.
🔎 On fairness
Regulated live dealer games are subject to regulatory requirements and, where applicable, independent testing and certification of the systems involved. That is a meaningful safeguard, but it is not a personal guarantee about any individual session. Verify the operator, the studio and the specific table rather than relying on a blanket claim.
Live Sic Bo Providers
Live games are produced by dedicated studios and distributed through casino operators. The developer and the operator are different parties: the studio makes the game, and the operator is who holds your account and who is regulated in your province.
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Evolution
One of the largest live-dealer suppliers, with table-game formats across regulated markets.
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Playtech
Operates live-dealer studios and supplies table games to operators in multiple regulated markets.
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Other studios
Additional live-dealer suppliers serve specific operators and regions. Availability depends on the operator and the province.
Note: NetEnt has been part of Evolution since 2020. Provider catalogues and operator availability change; verify current offerings with the operator.
How to Get Started
Step-by-step
- Confirm the operator is registered in your province. Check the regulator's public registry.
- Create and verify your account. Complete any identity checks the operator requires.
- Deposit using a method the operator supports for your province. Options vary by operator.
- Open the live Sic Bo lobby and check the table's paytable and limits before joining.
- Place your bets and watch the dice roll.
Sources, Assumptions and Review Policy
This page is maintained by Ace Goldwyn at LiveCasinoGames.ca. House-edge figures are theoretical values for the specific bets and payout schedules stated in the tables above. They come from standard published dice probability for three six-sided dice and are consistent with industry references. Regulatory information is drawn from the primary sources below.
Assumptions behind the figures
- Big / Small (2.78%): 1:1 payout; all triples lose.
- Single number (7.87%): 1:1 if the number appears once, 2:1 if twice, 3:1 if three times.
- Two-number combination (16.67%): 5:1 payout; both numbers must appear.
- Any triple (13.89%): 30:1 payout.
- Specific triple (30.09%): 150:1 payout.
- Totals: common payout schedule as shown in the totals table. Edges vary by total.
- Multiplier variants: payout structure changes. Standard Sic Bo figures do not apply. Check the game's published RTP.
Primary sources
- Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) — agco.ca.
- iGaming Ontario — igamingontario.ca.
- Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) — aglc.ca.
- Responsible Gambling Council — responsiblegambling.org.
Reviewed by: Ace Goldwyn, LiveCasinoGames.ca.
Last reviewed: September 2026. Next review: March 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the house edge in Sic Bo?
It depends on the bet. Under standard payout schedules, Big/Small has a 2.78% edge, the single-number bet has roughly 7.87%, two-number combinations 16.67%, any triple 13.89%, and specific triples about 30.09%. Total bets vary by the number.
Why do triples lose on Big and Small?
Under standard Sic Bo rules, all triples lose on the Big and Small bets, including triples whose totals fall within the Big or Small ranges. For example, 4-4-4 totals 12 but loses a Big bet. This rule is why the standard Big/Small house edge is 2.78%.
Is live Sic Bo regulated in Canada?
Regulation is provincial. Ontario has a regulated private-operator market overseen by the AGCO and iGO. In Alberta, the AGLC identifies Play Alberta as the province's regulated online gambling website. Always verify the operator's provincial registration before playing.
Can past rolls predict the next roll?
No. In a properly functioning Sic Bo game, each roll is independent. A run of small results does not make big more likely on the next roll. Table history is for reference only.
What is the minimum bet for live Sic Bo?
Minimum bets vary by table and operator. Check the specific table's published limits before joining.