Roulette is the most beloved and iconic game in the casino world. A game with origins that date back a long time, capable of fascinating the peoples of the ancient world such as the Greeks and Romans in the West, up to the eastern lands of China. The modern version that we know today was introduced in French gaming halls during the 18th century; Roulette was born from the union of different games existing at the time, from the fusion of traditions and rules from different countries.
How to win at roulette
Over the years, many strategies have been devised that can help players optimize their bets. So, it’s not just a matter of luck; in fact, to try to guess the winning number, you can use strategies that can optimize your bets as best as possible. We’re not talking about rules that guarantee a win, but useful methods to approach games in the most organized way possible.
Know the rules to understand how to win at Roulette
Before we start placing bets, let’s quickly review the main rules for playing roulette. There are two types of roulette tables: the French (or European) and the American. In both games we find a wheel and a table divided into colored and numbered boxes. In the most classic version, the French one, we have 37 boxes in total, colored red and black, numbered from 1 to 36 with a single green box containing the number 0. In the American version we have the same number of boxes, but with the presence of an additional green box with double 0, for a total of 38 boxes.
All the boxes are arranged on the board. Here you can choose the numbers on which to place a bet:
● Whole number, single number
● Horse, pair of adjacent numbers
● Tercets, three numbers in a row
● Quatrain, group of four adjacent numbers
● Sestina, group of six numbers placed on two adjacent rows
● Dozen, group of twelve numbers present in the 1st, 2nd or 3rd box of the board
● Column, group of twelve numbers that are in the 1st, 2nd or 3rd column of the board
● Even or Odd, set of all squares including even or odd numbers
Red or Black, set of all boxes containing red or black ones
When you sit down at the gaming table and are ready to place your bet, you must place your chips on the box or boxes of the board on the number or series of numbers you have chosen. The game begins when the Croupier throws the ball into the spinning wheel; when the ball finishes its journey and stops on one of the boxes, you will discover which is the winning number.
Infographic to understand how Roulette works
We have created an infographic that summarizes the rules that we have seen in the previous paragraphs. Before understanding how to win and implement the methods, you will need to understand all the rules of Roulette.
The best strategies to win at Roulette
There are many strategies, studied over time, useful for increasing the probability of winning and for organizing bets in the best way. Let’s take a look at the most common methods, designed specifically for those who want to maximize winnings while avoiding big losses; progressive strategies.
The Martingale Strategy
One of the most popular strategies for winning at roulette, and also the simplest, is called Martingale. Originating in 18th century France, it was designed for a game very similar to the famous Heads or Tails. It basically works like this: for each unsuccessful bet, the next bet must be made by doubling the bet of the previous bet; this will always cover the value of the loss suffered. The first successful bet will recover the entire value lost up to that point.
A somewhat risky strategy especially for novice players and that is why we do not recommend it.
We remind you that you should always bet within your financial means, avoiding that the game has a negative impact on your finances or your social life. Furthermore, gambling can create pathological addiction. Play sensationally.
The Labouchère Strategy
You have to write a series of numerical values, long or short depending on your style, which will be played. The sum of the first and last determines the value of the bet to be placed. In case of a win, the value is reset to zero and the next sum of numbers (first + last) will be played, until all the numbers present are reset to zero. In case of a loss, the value corresponding to the bet just lost is added to the bottom of the list. You continue by betting the sum of the extremes again.
The Paroli Strategy
A strategy suitable for more experienced players who like riskier bets. To begin with, you need to decide the maximum number of bets to be made with this method. For each of the winning bets, the next bet must be doubled each time. At the end of the established games, if the average of the winning games is higher, the sum of the bets will bring profit to the player.
The D’Alembert strategy.
A method that belongs to the well-known mathematician who is passionate about live casino games. This method consists of gradually increasing the value of the bet following a losing bet. On the contrary, after a winning bet, you must decrease the value of the bet. At the end of the bets, the final average will bring some profit to the player.
The Fibonacci Strategy
System known for the famous sequence of the mathematician Fibonacci. Through this method, the value of the bet is increased after a loss by adding the value of the lost number to the next one in the sequence. On the contrary, after a win, it should be decreased. A strategy that brings profit only in the long term.