How to Play Roulette - Complete Beginner's Guide
Roulette Basics
Roulette is one of the simplest casino games: a ball spins on a wheel, lands on a number, and you win if you predicted correctly.
No strategy can beat the game, but understanding bet types maximizes your chances.
The Wheel & Numbers
- European Roulette: 37 numbers (0-36) = 2.70% house edge
- American Roulette: 38 numbers (0-00-1-36) = 5.26% house edge
- Always play European Roulette — American has worse odds
Table Layout & Betting
The roulette table has a grid of numbers. You place chips on the grid to make bets.
Even Money Bets (50/50 Odds)
| Bet Type |
How to Bet |
Payout |
Probability |
| Red/Black |
Chip on red or black diamond |
1:1 |
48.65% |
| Even/Odd |
Chip on EVEN or ODD |
1:1 |
48.65% |
| High/Low |
Numbers 1-18 or 19-36 |
1:1 |
48.65% |
Outside Bets (Moderate Odds)
| Bet |
Coverage |
Payout |
Odds |
| Dozen |
12 numbers |
2:1 |
32.43% |
| Column |
12 numbers |
2:1 |
32.43% |
| Six Line |
6 numbers |
5:1 |
16.22% |
Inside Bets (High Payouts, Lower Odds)
| Bet |
How |
Payout |
Odds |
| Straight |
Single number (e.g., 17) |
35:1 |
2.70% |
| Split |
Two adjacent numbers |
17:1 |
5.41% |
| Street |
Three numbers in a row |
11:1 |
8.11% |
| Corner |
Four numbers (square) |
8:1 |
10.81% |
Step-by-Step to Play
- Place Your Bets: Click chips on the table to place bets before spin
- Confirm Bets: Check total and click "Spin" to start
- Watch the Wheel: Ball spins for 10-20 seconds
- Result: Ball lands on a number—check if you won
- Collect Winnings: Payouts added automatically
- Play Again: Place new bets for next round
European vs American Roulette
European Roulette: 0-36 (37 numbers). House edge: 2.70%
American Roulette: 0-00-1-36 (38 numbers). House edge: 5.26%
The 0.70 difference costs you 26% more money over time. Always play European Roulette at Roulettino.
Common Roulette Mistakes
- Playing American Roulette: Always choose European (2.7% vs 5.26%)
- Inside Bets Only: High variance, can lose quickly. Mix in even-money bets
- Betting Black After Red Wins: No correlation—each spin is independent (Gambler's Fallacy)
- Betting Large After Losses: Classic "chasing" behavior. Stop and reassess
- No Betting Limits: Set max bets before playing
💡 Pro Tip: Combine bets. Bet €5 on Red (50/50), €5 on a Dozen (30% odds), €5 on a specific number (2.7% odds).
This mixes low and high payouts for variety while maintaining reasonable odds.
Live Roulette at Roulettino
Experience real roulette with live dealers:
- Lightning Roulette: 500x multipliers on straight bets
- European Roulette Live: Classic live game with dealers
- Speed Roulette: 30-second rounds (faster pace)
- Immersive Roulette: Multiple camera angles, professional production
- 97.30% RTP (best available)
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📝 By James Michael Robertson
Chief Gaming Director. 15+ years teaching roulette fundamentals to new and experienced players.