🗓️ Early Beginnings of Craps (17th-18th Century)
- Introduction of the game in France as “crapaud.” 🐸
- Spread to England with various adaptations. 🇬🇧
- Gained popularity among British soldiers and settlers in America. 🇺🇸
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1650 | First recorded mention of the game in France. |
| 1790 | Craps begins to be recognized in American gambling circles. |
🏙️ The Rise of Casino Culture (19th Century)
- Establishment of the first commercial casinos in the U.S. 🎰
- Craps becomes a standard casino offering in Las Vegas. 🥳
- Development of various house rules and betting options. 📜
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1830 | Craps emerges as we know it today in New Orleans. |
| 1890 | First casinos open in the U.S., including craps tables. |
🌐 The Digital Revolution (1990s)
- Introduction of online casinos in the late 1990s. 💻
- Online craps becomes an accessible option for players worldwide. 🌍
- Development of software enabling real-time gameplay. ⏱️
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1994 | First online casinos launch with craps available. |
| 1999 | Major software companies enter the online gaming industry. |
📈 Modern Era of Online Craps (2000s-Present)
- Advancements in graphics and game mechanics for an immersive experience. 🎮
- Shift towards mobile gaming with apps dedicated to online craps. 📱
- Increased regulation and licensing for online casinos. 🔒
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2006 | Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted in the U.S. |
| 2021 | Release of the first VR craps game for an enhanced user experience. |
