The game of Sic Bo is thought to have originated in China over 2,000 years ago, making it one of the oldest casino games in the world. It was known as 掷骰子 (zhì dǎ zi) or 'dice throw', and was a combination of popular gambling games such as Grand Hazard and Chuck-a-Luck. The game eventually spread to the United States, where it was known as 'Big and Small', and then to other countries like Malaysia and South Korea. Mali is no exception, with the game becoming increasingly popular in casinos and live dealer sites throughout the country.