🎡 Learn to Play Roulette

Game Basics

Roulette involves a spinning wheel with numbered pockets (0-36 for European/French, 0-36 plus 00 for American) and a small ball. Players bet on which pocket the ball will land in.

• The Wheel: Contains numbered pockets, alternating red and black, with green for 0 (and 00).
• The Ball: Spun by the croupier in the opposite direction of the wheel.
• The Table Layout: Where players place their chips to make bets on numbers or groups of numbers.
• Inside Bets: Bets on specific numbers or small groups of numbers (e.g., Straight Up, Split, Street). Higher payouts, lower odds.
• Outside Bets: Bets on larger groups of numbers (e.g., Red/Black, Odd/Even, Dozens). Lower payouts, higher odds.
• European Roulette: Features a single zero (0), offering better odds to players (RTP around 97.3%).
• American Roulette: Features a single zero (0) and a double zero (00), increasing the house edge (RTP around 94.7%).
• French Roulette: Similar to European, but may include rules like 'La Partage' or 'En Prison' which can further reduce the house edge on even-money bets.

How to Play Roulette

1. Understand the Table: Familiarize yourself with the betting layout and the types of bets you can make.
2. Place Your Bets: Put your chips on the desired bets on the table before the croupier announces "No more bets."
3. The Spin: The croupier spins the wheel and then spins the ball in the opposite direction.
4. The Result: Once the ball settles in a numbered pocket, the croupier announces the winning number.
5. Payouts: Losing bets are collected, and winning bets are paid out according to the paytable.

Key Rules & Bet Types

Common Roulette Bets:

• Straight Up: Bet on a single number (pays 35:1).
• Split Bet: Bet on two adjacent numbers (pays 17:1).
• Street Bet: Bet on three numbers in a horizontal line (pays 11:1).
• Corner Bet (Square): Bet on four numbers that form a square (pays 8:1).
• Six Line Bet: Bet on two adjacent streets (six numbers) (pays 5:1).
• Column Bet: Bet on one of the three vertical columns of numbers (pays 2:1).
• Dozen Bet: Bet on a group of 12 numbers (1-12, 13-24, or 25-36) (pays 2:1).
• Red/Black: Bet on whether the winning number will be red or black (pays 1:1).
• Odd/Even: Bet on whether the winning number will be odd or even (pays 1:1).
• Low/High (1-18/19-36): Bet on whether the number will be in the low or high range (pays 1:1).

Strategy & Tips

• Choose European/French Roulette: These versions offer better odds than American Roulette due to the single zero.
• Understand House Edge: Roulette is a game of chance with a built-in house advantage. No strategy can guarantee wins.
• Manage Your Bankroll: Set a budget and stick to it. Don't chase losses.
• Outside Bets for Lower Risk: Bets like Red/Black or Odd/Even offer nearly 50/50 chances but smaller payouts. Good for conservative play.
• Inside Bets for Higher Payouts: Bets on specific numbers offer large payouts but are less likely to hit.
• Avoid Betting Systems: Systems like Martingale (doubling your bet after a loss) are risky and can deplete your bankroll quickly.
• Play for Fun: Enjoy the excitement of the game and play responsibly.

Video Tutorial: How to Play Roulette