The game of craps has a long and storied history that spans continents and cultures. While the roots of the game can be traced back to ancient civilizations, it was in the English pubs and gambling houses of the 17th and 18th centuries that the game began to take on its modern form. From there, craps made its way to the United States, where it quickly gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the casinos of Las Vegas and other gambling hubs.