"7 Up, 7 Down" is a simple dice game that is easy to learn and play. It typically involves a single six-sided die and is often used as a quick betting or decision-making game. Here's a basic guide on how to play:
7 Up Down
Equipment:
Six-sided Die:
A standard die with numbers 1 through 6.
Betting Chips (optional):
Players can use chips for betting if desired.
Setup:
Determine the First Player:
This can be done by any agreed-upon method, such as drawing straws or rolling the die with the highest number going first.
Gameplay:
First Roll:
The first player rolls the die.
Betting (Optional):
Before rolling, players can place bets on whether the result will be "7 Up" (greater than 7) or "7 Down" (less than 7).
Outcome:
If the sum of the rolled number is 7, the player who made the correct bet wins. Otherwise, the player loses.
Passing the Die:
The die is passed to the next player, who becomes the roller for the next round.
Betting Again (Optional):
Players can place bets again before each roll if they choose.
Betting Rules (Optional):
7 Up Bet:
Players win if the sum of the rolled number is greater than 7.
7 Down Bet:
Players win if the sum of the rolled number is less than 7.
Ties:
Decide whether ties (rolling a 7) result in a win, loss, or push (no winner, and bets are returned).
Winning:
The player who correctly bet on "7 Up" or "7 Down" wins the round and may receive chips from the other players who made incorrect bets.
Optional Variation:
Point System:
Instead of betting chips, assign points for correct predictions, and keep a running score. This can be useful for playing multiple rounds.