How To Play Roulette and Win in Casino

Understand the Layout of the Roulette Table

Roulette is a game of luck and chance, so getting good knowledge about the table’s layout is important to make informed decisions. The table has two areas: inside and outside. The inside area has 36 squares with numbers marked with red or black. For instance,

• Red: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 30, 32, 34, and 36.
• Black: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29, 31, 33.

European Roulette has a green square for zero (0). In addition, the outside area has numerous numbers, such as even or odds and bets on red and black. The outside area also includes bets on the first, second, and third columns. The bottom line is that the standard table has a layout with:

• 36 numbers
• 36 pockets
• 3 columns – each has 12 numbers
• Single (0), double (00), or triple (000) zeros on the top

“Each player gets different colored chips to avoid distraction and confusion during gameplay.”

European Vs American Vs French Roulette

These are the most popular types of roulette played at land-based and online casinos. Here is a table that accurately differentiates between European, American, and French Roulette.

Keep in mind that American roulette has almost double house edge than European roulette because it has an extra (00) number. Each version has a different order of numbers.

In French Roulette, if you place an even-money bet and the ball lands on 0, your bet is not automatically lost. It can be held for the next spin or receive half of your bet back immediately. Remember, this rule is unique to French Roulette and is not found in American or European Roulette, where a 0 result usually means a loss for even-money bets.

How To Play Roulette

Roulette has its own rules and requirements. Here are the steps to play the casino game:

Place Your Bets

First, you need to select your chip size. Once done, place your chips on the bet you want to make. The grid has different numbers, meaning you can choose numbers for bets. At the same time, you must select a color, such as red or black, while betting. The ball will fall on red or black when the wheel stops.

Spin the Wheel

Hit the spin button when you are ready to play the game. The ball will be released into the virtual wheel once you hit the button or click/tap in an online casino using your phone or PC. The ball will settle into one of the pockets once the wheel stops. The casino will reward you with money if you are lucky (when the ball lands on your chosen number). Remember, the next round will start after the result.

Let me tell you how I play roulette according to the rules so you understand how this works. First, I place a bet (say $10 or $20) on red. Next, I hit the “Spin” button to release the ball into the wheel. The wheel spins and stops when the ball lands in a red pocket. Congrats to me because I have won.

If the payout is 1:1, I will receive my original $10 and an extra $10 in winnings. So, this is how roulette works and how I Play the game. I can continue playing with my winnings, place a new bet, or stop playing.

Learn Inside and Outside Bets

Inside bets include “straight” and “split” bets. Straight refers to a bet on a single number. It has the highest reward, usually a 35:1 payout. Split means you bet on two numbers that are adjacent to the table.

Outside bets include “red or black,” “even or odd,” “high or low,” “dozens,” and columns.” For example, when you choose “red or black,” you actually bet on the winning number is either red or black.

Odd or even is very simple to understand because you bet on whether the ball will land on an even or odd number. Moreover, you are betting on a low if the ball lands on a number between 1 and 18. On the other hand, you are betting on a high if it lands between 19 and 36.

There are 3 dozen numbers in roulette. So, this means you bet on one of the 3 dozen numbers. For instance:

• First Dozen – the numbers between 1 and 12
• Second Dozen – 13 to 24
• Third Dozen – 25 to 36

Understand the Dealer’s Actions

Knowing and observing the actions of a dealer is important to learn the game’s flow and identify patterns. Remember, the dealer’s actions in the roulette game are systematic and consistent. These actions are:

• Spinning the wheel
• Throwing the ball
• Announcing the result
• Paying out winnings
• Collecting lost bets

I believe that a dealer who uses a roulette wheel for a long period of time develops a bias or pattern in the spins. I may sound slightly speculative, but I have leveraged this unique trick. Remember, this does not work in an online casino because the results depend on RNGs.

I had played in a Las Vegas casino for a few months. I noticed that the dealer would throw the ball with a similar force, causing the ball to land in a specific range of numbers. So, I decided to place my bets on those numbers.

Remember that this strategy worked for me but may not work for you because this is speculative and won’t guarantee a win. I always tell new Arab players to understand the game rules, betting options, and odds. At the same time, manage your bankroll effectively, especially if you play roulette in an online casino.

Strategies For Winning Roulette

You can use the following strategies to increase your chances of winning roulette in a casino.

• Martingale
• Reverse Martingale
• D’Alembert
• Fibonacci

Martingale

Martingale requires you to double your bet after a loss. The concept behind this strategy is that you will recover your previous losses when you win. You will also gain a reasonable profit. For instance, I was playing in an MGA-licensed online casino where I placed a $1 bet and lost. I followed the Martingale method and doubled my bet, which was $2. But I lost again. So, my next bet was $4 ($2 x $2), which I had won. In that case, the Martingale method required me to start over with my initial bet ($1).

Reverse Martingale

Reverse Martingale is also called the Paroli strategy and works exactly the opposite because it requires you to double your bet after each win. When you win or lose, you start over with your initial bet. The biggest disadvantage of this method is hitting a losing streak and whipping out your bankroll.

D’Alembert

I like D’Alembert’s strategy because it helps me manage my bankroll. It allows me to set a unit amount, so I am always in control of my spending. Basically, D’Alembert requires casino players to increase their bet by one unit after each loss. Likewise, when you win, you decrease the bet by one unit.

For instance, if your initial bet is $1 and you lose, you will set $2 as your next betting amount. Your bet will be $3 if you lose again. However, if you win, you will decrease the bet to $2.

Fibonacci

If you know how the Fibonacci series works, you can leverage the technique and increase your chances of winning roulette in a land-based or online casino. Fibonacci sequence looks like (0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, etc.).

So, Fibonacci is a number sequence where each number represents the sum of two previous numbers. The sequence starts with 0 and 1. So, what’s the idea behind using this sequence in roulette?

“The Fibonacci strategy requires you to start with the smallest bet in roulette.”

You go one step forward after a loss. That helps you determine your next bet using the sequence. However, you move two steps back after a win. Let me give you an example so you understand how this works:

Let’s say you have started your bet with $1, and you lose, so your next bet, according to the rules, is $1 again. If you experience another loss, your next bet will be $2. However, if you win, you will decrease the bet to $1.

Although the Fibonacci method can prevent you from losing a lot of money in streaks, the stakes are usually higher after the 5^th consecutive bet. So, I believe the strategy is good and profitable if the first bet wins.

Final Words About Playing and Winning Roulette

Mastering roulette requires more than luck; it demands a strategic approach to betting and bankroll management. Players can improve their chances of winning by applying the strategies such as the Martingale or Fibonacci. Remember, roulette is a blend of risk and reward, and with the right knowledge, you can confidently spin the wheel.