Roulette is a popular casino table game that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is known for its simplicity and the excitement it brings as players place their bets and watch the spinning wheel. Here’s a brief overview of the classic roulette table game:

Roulette Table Game:

Objective: The primary objective of roulette is to predict the outcome of a spin of the roulette wheel. Players place bets on a specific number, range of numbers, the color of the number (red or black), or whether the number will be odd or even.

Components:

1. Roulette Wheel: The wheel contains numbered pockets, usually ranging from 0 to 36 (in European and French versions) or 00 in addition to 0 to 36 (in American versions). The numbers are alternately colored red and black.
2. Roulette Table: The betting layout where players place their bets. It mirrors the numbers on the wheel and includes additional betting options.
3. Ball: A small, white ball is spun on the wheel in the opposite direction of the wheel’s rotation. The ball eventually loses its momentum and settles into one of the numbered pockets.

Betting Options:

1. Inside Bets: Placed on specific numbers or small groups of numbers. This includes straight bets (single number), split bets (two adjacent numbers), street bets (three numbers in a row), corner bets (four numbers forming a square), and six-line bets (six numbers in two rows).
2. Outside Bets: Placed on larger groups of numbers. Options include betting on red or black, odd or even numbers, high (19-36) or low (1-18) numbers, and columns or dozens.
3. Neighbor Bets: Some versions of roulette allow players to place bets on numbers close to each other on the wheel.

Roulette Variations:

• European Roulette: A wheel with numbers 0 to 36.
• American Roulette: A wheel with numbers 0 to 36 and an additional 00.
• French Roulette: Similar to European roulette but with additional rules like “La Partage” and “En Prison.”

Outcome: The outcome is determined by the pocket in which the ball comes to rest. Winning bets are paid out, and losing bets are collected.

House Edge: The house edge varies based on the version of roulette being played. Generally, European roulette has a lower house edge compared to American roulette due to the absence of the double zero (00).

Roulette is a game of chance, and the thrill lies in predicting where the ball will land. It’s a classic and iconic casino game enjoyed by players worldwide.

Roulette: How to Play, Budget, & Select the Right Table

Roulette has offered glamour, mystery, and excitement to casino-goers since the 17th century. The game is popular worldwide in part because its rules are relatively simple and easy to understand. However, roulette provides a surprising level of depth for serious betters. And the right strategy can reap high rewards. If you want a quick and easy guide to this game before betting it all on black, keep reading. We’ll break down all the basics so you know exactly where to place your chips at the table and how to handle your winnings.

Things You Should Know

• To make money playing roulette, correctly guess the number or type of number the ball will land on when the dealer spins the wheel.
• In a roulette round, play starts after the dealer clears the table of the previous game. At this time, place your bets on your desired number slots.
• Start by wagering on “outside bets” (groups of numbers instead of individual digits). These bets are often cheaper and have a higher likelihood of hitting.
• Avoid using grandiose or complicated strategies for roulette, because it’s mostly a game of luck. Just have fun and know when it’s time to walk away.

Roulette Basics & Betting

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Know the game pieces and how to win. All roulette games require a wheel and a table. Both the roulette wheel and table contain 36 numbers and a 0. (On some American tables, the wheel and table also have a 00.) A dealer sends a small white ball spinning that will eventually land on 1 of the wheel’s numbered slots. Place your desired bet on the table, correlating with the slot on the wheel that you think the ball will land in. If you predict the slot correctly, you get paid. In addition to numbers, roulette tables offer a few other betting options including:^[1]

• 1-18
• 19-36
• Even
• Odd
• Black
• Red
• 1st 12 (which counts as a bet for all numbers 1-12)
• 2nd 12 (which counts as a bet for all numbers 13-24)
• 3rd 12 (which counts as a bet for all numbers 25-36)

Learn the different “inside” bets. You win at roulette by correctly betting on the number or type of pocket in which the ivory ball lands. Placing an “inside” bet (a bet on specific numbers as opposed to a large group of numbers) offers lower chances of winning, but generally has higher paying odds. Types of inside bets include:^[2]

• Straight up betting on 1 number (which pays 35 to 1)
• Split betting on 2 numbers (which pays 17 to 1)
• Street betting on 3 numbers (which pays 11 to 1)
• Corner betting on 4 numbers (which pays 8 to 1)
• 6-line betting on 6 numbers (which pays 5 to 1)
• To place a 3-number bet with just 1 chip, place the chip on the end of any “street” (row of 3 numbers) on the table map.
• To place a 6-line bet with just 1 chip, place the chip on the edge of 2 adjoining streets.
• American roulette also offers the 5-number bet which covers 0, 00, 1, 2, and 3 (and pays 6 to 1) as well as the Row 00 bet which covers 0 and 00 (and pays 17 to 1).