Fan Tan

Edge: 1.25%

Live casino games are super popular at Stake Casino , and Evolution’s immersive live dealer release of Fan Tan brings this ancient game into the modern day.

The beauty of Fan Tan lies in its simplicity, and it has been popular for centuries throughout Asia. Now is your chance to dive in and experience the fun-filled live dealer experience from Evolution, no matter where you are.

What is Fan Tan?

Fan Tan is a legendary Chinese gambling game that invites you to bet on a selection of beads. Evolution Gaming has launched Fan Tan as a live casino game, bringing this ancient Oriental table game to the 21st century in a compelling fashion.

The classic game of chance is hosted in a real-life studio with ancient Chinese décor, providing a truly engaging live casino offering that is simple to play and potentially profitable.

Read on to find out how to play Fan Tan live by Evolution and how to get started with this traditional asian bead game at Stake.com .

How to Play Fan Tan Live Casino Game?

To play Evolution’s Fan Tan live casino game, simply create an account at Stake Casino. You can then deposit cryptocurrency to your account, choosing from coins like Bitcoin, Litecoin, Dogecoin, and Ethereum.

With funds available, you can access the live casino lobby and select Fan Tan as your game of choice. Then, read through the rules and decide how much to bet each time you sit at the virtual table before watching the action unfold.

If you’re new to Stake, refer to our helpful guide explaining how to play table games for more information to help you get started with Fan Tan and other popular titles.

Fan Tan Rules, Features & Gameplay

In Fan Tan live, the table is known as Tan ching and houses some white ceramic beads, a glass dome, a bead selection stick (Tan pong) and a metal selection cup (Tan koi).

Using the metal cup, the Fan Tan dealer selects a random number of ceramic beads from the glass dome before separating the beads into groups of four using the special stick.

As a result, the final line of beads will consist of 1-4 beads, and your sole job in Fan Tan is to correctly bet on how many beads will be in the final line. It really is that simple!

As this is a live dealer game, a real-life croupier sorts the beads, meaning you don’t need to rely on computer-generated gaming for the outcome of each betting round.

Fan Tan Betting Options, Bet Types & Sizes

Although Fan Tan is an extremely simple game, there are several additional bets that you can place to crank up the excitement, as is the case in other games like baccarat and roulette . Below are some of the Fan Tan bets you can place in this Chinese game at Stake Casino:

Fan bet = a bet on the exact number of beads remaining in the final line (1, 2, 3, or 4). The payout is 2.85:1.
Big/small = a bet on whether the number is big (3, 4) or small (1, 2). The payout is 0.95:1.
Odd/even = a bet on whether the number is odd (1, 3) or even (2, 4). The payout is 0.95:1.
Nim = this lets you cover two specific numbers, as opposed to one. The payout is 1.90:1, and a push bet sees your stake returned.
Kwok = Similar to a nim bet, but in a kwok bet, both numbers that you bet on are winning numbers. The payout is 0.95:1.

Fan Tan Payouts, Return to Player (RTP) & House Edge

The Fan Tan payouts range from 0.95:1 – 2.85:1, depending on the type of bet that you place. The fan bet is the highest-paying bet type, which sees you correctly pick the number of beads on the table after they have been sorted by the dealer.

The pay table below indicates the odds of each bet type:

Bet Type	Payout
1	2.85:1
2	2.85:1
3	2.85:1
4	2.85:1
Odd	0.95:1
Even	0.95:1
Big	0.95:1
Small	0.95:1
Nim	1.90:1
Kwok	0.95:1

Evolution’s Fan Tan has a theoretical return to player percentage (RTP range) of between 96.25% and 98.75%, depending on the type of bet that you place. Learn more about RTP in our guide to house edge .

In terms of betting limits, you can bet anywhere between 0.20 and 5,000.00 each round.

Fan Tan Strategies & Tips

Fan Tan is a popular Chinese gambling game, and Evolution’s live casino version is extremely popular at the Stake Casino. Here are some handy tips that will give you the best chance of winning while playing this live dealer game:

Mix things up in terms of your betting types. While it’s tempting to place a fan bet every time you sit at the virtual table, it has the longest odds for a reason! Mix things up with odd, even, big, small, nim, and kwok bets to improve your odds. There is also a default game and advanced game view, offering a wide range of wagering options.
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You should always bet within your means when playing Fan Tan. You can get started with a minimum bet of 0.20, making this game perfect for low and high rollers.
For more tips to help you play Fan Tan, check out our online casino guide and our article that explains how to play live casino games online .

How to Deposit & Withdraw Funds to Play Fan Tan Live Online

Effortlessly deposit crypto units into your account to play Fan Tan and other live casino games by following these simple steps:

Step 1 – Retrieve your deposit address, located in Wallet > Deposit.
Step 2 – Choose the method that suits your needs. Stake.com supports multiple currencies, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Dogecoin (Doge), Litecoin (LTC), and others.
Step 3 – Use your deposit address as the ‘send to’ location for your crypto wallet or exchange.
Step 4 (Optional) – If you wish to make a deposit via fiat currency, you can buy crypto for Stake via Moonpay.

Stake.com offers live support to players via our customer support staff for help with issues regarding Fan Tan, and depositing and withdrawing units for online casino games.

Moonpay supports multiple payment options, including Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and others, to buy cryptocurrency to Fan Tan and other casino games. For a full list of supported payment options, please refer to the Moonpay documentation .

Popular Evolution Games on Stake

Evolution Gaming is the world’s leading live casino provider, with so many inviting casino games for you to try. For instance, you can change things up from regular table games and traditional games by enjoying the live dealer versions of blackjack , roulette , and baccarat from Evolution.

On top of these well-known games, there are lots of other titles from Evolution that provide something for everyone. Some of the most popular live casino games at Stake are titles like Crazy Time , Funky Time , Monopoly Live , Bac Bo , Craps , Dragon Tiger , Football Studio , Golden Wealth Baccarat , Super Sic Bo , Imperial Quest, and Teen Patti .