Published and updated: 9 November 2026. 18+ only. Table rules, payouts and availability can change.
Sic Bo Malaysia players know the game as dai siu, big small or simply the three dice table. The dealer shakes three dice inside a shaker or automatic dice machine, the result is shown on screen, and every bet on the layout is settled from that single roll. It looks simple, but the layout mixes low edge bets with long shot bets that carry a far higher house edge.
This guide explains standard sic bo rules, the exact probability behind each common bet and the questions to ask before you join a live table. The maths below is calculated from the 216 equally likely outcomes of three fair dice. Payouts are examples of commonly published paytables, not the confirmed paytable of any specific OCMY8 table, so always read the payout panel in the game. Adults 18+ only, and treat every stake as money you can afford to lose.
A betting timer opens, you place chips on one or more areas of the layout, then the timer closes and the dice are shaken. The three faces are read, the total is calculated and the winning areas light up. Losing bets are collected and winning bets are paid according to the table's paytable.
Each roll is independent. A run of Big results does not make Small due, and a hot number board shows history only. Use the history panel to learn the layout, not to predict the next roll. If the stream freezes, do not keep pressing the bet button. Check your bet history once the connection returns.
Live sic bo usually sits next to baccarat, roulette and blackjack in the OCMY8 live casino lobby. Unlike blackjack, there are no decisions after the bet is placed, so all of your control comes before the timer closes.
Small and Big. Small wins on totals 4 to 10 and Big wins on totals 11 to 17. Under standard rules both lose when any triple appears, for example 2, 2, 2 or 5, 5, 5. This is how the house edge is built into an even money bet.
Odd and Even. On many tables these follow the same idea: they win on an odd or even total and lose on any triple. Read the panel, because some products present these areas differently.
Total bets. You pick an exact total from 4 to 17. Totals near the middle such as 10 and 11 appear far more often than 4 or 17, which is why the extreme totals pay more.
Single number. You pick a face from 1 to 6. A common paytable pays 1 to 1 if it appears on one die, 2 to 1 on two dice and 3 to 1 on all three.
Combinations, doubles and triples. A two dice combination wins when two different chosen faces both appear. A specific double needs at least two dice showing your face. A specific triple needs all three. Any triple wins on any of the six triples.
The table below uses exact counts from 216 combinations. The house edge column uses the example payout shown. If your table pays differently, the edge changes too.
| Bet | Winning combinations | Example payout | House edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small or Big (triples lose) | 105 of 216 (48.61%) | 1 to 1 | 2.78% |
| Single number (1/2/3 to 1) | 91 of 216 win at least once | 1, 2 or 3 to 1 | 7.87% |
| Two dice combination | 30 of 216 (13.89%) | 5 to 1 | 16.67% |
| Specific double | 16 of 216 (7.41%) | 10 to 1 | 18.52% |
| Any triple | 6 of 216 (2.78%) | 30 to 1 | 13.89% |
| Specific triple | 1 of 216 (0.46%) | 180 to 1 | 16.20% |
| Total 4 or 17 | 3 of 216 (1.39%) | 60 to 1 | 15.28% |
| Total 10 or 11 | 27 of 216 (12.50%) | 6 to 1 | 12.50% |
There are 216 possible results with three dice. Small totals from 4 to 10 cover 108 results, but 3 of those are triples (1, 1, 1 and 2, 2, 2 and 3, 3, 3). That leaves 105 winning results for Small, and the same 105 for Big. At an even money payout, the house edge is 1 minus 2 times 105 divided by 216, which is 2.78%.
Compare that with a specific triple at 180 to 1. It wins once in 216 rolls on average, giving a house edge of about 16.2%. A table paying 150 to 1 on the same bet raises the edge to about 30.1%. This is why reading the paytable matters more than any so called pattern.
Total bets can look tempting, but the edge depends heavily on the payout. Total 4 at 60 to 1 has an edge of about 15.3%, while the same bet at 50 to 1 rises to about 29.2%. Low edge does not mean low risk, it only means that the long run cost per bet is smaller.
Read the table name, currency, minimum stake and maximum stake for each bet area. Open the payout panel and confirm whether triples beat Small, Big, Odd and Even. Check the paytable for totals, doubles and triples, since studios set these differently. Note what happens to bets if a round is voided or the dice result is unclear.
Some tables add multipliers or bonus features to certain areas. These usually change the base paytable, so a multiplier version should not be compared directly with a classic table. Do not carry assumptions from one sic bo product to another without reading both panels.
Budget the session in RM before you start, choose a fixed unit stake and stop at your limit. Avoid doubling stakes after a loss. A progression does not change the house edge and can exhaust a bankroll quickly. OCMY8 lists a RM10 minimum deposit and a RM50 minimum withdrawal. Table limits are separate and are shown inside each game.
Our saved lobby reference from 3 November 2026 lists a Sic Bo section under Playtech, Pragmatic Play and Winfinity. The Sexy Baccarat tile lists a Dice section. The Evolution tabs we recorded focus on game shows, roulette, blackjack and poker, so we do not claim an Evolution sic bo table here. Lobbies change, so check the current list inside the game before you plan a session.
Recorded minimum stakes start from around RM0.50 on several providers, but limits vary by table and can change at any time. Always confirm the limit on screen. For an overview of every live game and provider, start at the Live Casino Malaysia hub. For the wider picture of slots, 4D, sportsbook and payments, see our Online Casino Malaysia guide.
Sic bo settles a bet in seconds from a physical dice roll you can watch. Slots work differently: the result comes from a random number generator and the long run return is described by RTP. If you enjoy short rounds but prefer a game with themed features, compare a slot guide such as Lucky365 Malaysia, which covers demo play and RTP checks, before switching.
Our online slots vs live casino comparison explains pace, volatility and budgeting across both formats. Whatever you play, the same rule applies: set a time and money limit first and stop when you reach it.
Sic bo rounds are quick, so losses can add up faster than expected. Take regular breaks, never chase losses and never play with money meant for bills or savings. If gambling stops feeling optional, pause and read our responsible gaming guide. Promotions are subject to their terms and conditions, including eligible games and turnover rules, so read the terms and the specific offer on the promotions page before using bonus funds on live tables.
Sic bo is a dice game played with three dice. Players bet on the result, such as Small, Big, an exact total, a single number or a triple, and all bets are settled from one roll.
Yes. Dai siu means big small and is a common local name for sic bo, named after its most popular bets.
Under standard rules where triples lose, Small and Big paying 1 to 1 have a house edge of about 2.78%. Other bets usually carry a much higher edge.
Standard sic bo rules make Small and Big lose on any triple. Those 6 results out of 216 create the house edge on an otherwise even money bet.
Totals 10 and 11 are the most likely, each appearing in 27 of 216 combinations, or 12.5% of rolls.
No. Payouts for totals, doubles and triples vary by studio and table. Check the payout panel before betting, because the house edge changes with the payout.
Our saved 3 November 2026 lobby reference lists a Sic Bo section under Playtech, Pragmatic Play and Winfinity. Check current availability inside the lobby.
No. Each roll is independent. The history board shows past results only and cannot predict the next roll.
OCMY8 lists a RM10 minimum deposit and a RM50 minimum withdrawal. Sic bo table limits are separate and shown inside each game.
Yes, the rules are easy to learn. Start with a small fixed stake, read the paytable and set a time and money limit. Adults 18+ only.