Roulette Guide

Spin the wheel and hope that Lady Luck is smiling down on you. At Casino.com, we want to celebrate the classic game of roulette and spread the love by imparting our wisdom to you. With the help of some of the sharpest casino experts in the business, we have compiled this essential guide to roulette that beginners and high rollers alike can use to take their game to the next level.

At the Casino.com Blog our team of expert writers have examined different aspects of the game of roulette to bring you all the information you need. From bet types and payouts to strategy and betting systems, we have got you covered.

Now let’s take a more detailed look at the game of roulette, including those expert tips and strategy guides:

Chapter 1

Roulette has a rich and fascinating history of more than 300 years, beginning in pre-revolutionary Paris and journeying through Monte Carlo, London, and New Orleans. To better understand this globally popular game, check out this engrossing guide that maps out the true origins of roulette.

Chapter 2

A short guide on how to play roulette, whether online or offline. We offer an overview of the rules, plus a brief look at the type of bets that players can make. Also we look at how the different game types and whether you play online or at a casino can impact upon your game.

Chapter 3

The experience you have at the roulette table, including your odds of winning, is greatly determined by the type of roulette wheel you choose. This chapter focuses on everything you need to know about different roulette wheels, and how to choose the right one between the American, European and French versions.

Chapter 4

In roulette, you approach the table and place your chips or announce your bet to the dealer. All bets have different payouts, so this chapter is designed to help you understand the pros and cons of each. The main difference in bet types is the higher risk (and higher return) inside bets versus the lower risk outside bets. We will discover the difference, along with call and combination bets.

Chapter 5

Understanding the different roulette odds and payouts means you can calculate your chances, as well as how much you could win. Casino gaming expert Angela Wyman looks at how the house edge gives the advantage to the casino, as well as ways to tilt the odds a little more in your favour by making the right choices in the roulette lounge.

Chapter 6

When you research roulette, you’ll be bombarded with supposedly ‘tried-and-tested’ roulette betting strategies that people claim are effective at increasing wins. While this is not the case, betting systems can be a fun way to structure your game. This chapter introduces you to all of the important roulette betting systems you should know about, including the famous Martingale strategies plus the Paroli and James Bond betting methods.

Chapter 7

No matter your roulette level, it pays to have a strategy in place. This chapter comes from a real-life roulette pro in Heather Ferris, who is here to teach you the best ways to approach the game if you want to succeed. From beginner level through intermediate and professional level players, Heather shares her tips and insights into the game exclusively with the Casino.com Blog.

Chapter 8

Heather Ferris has been writing about casinos for over a decade, and in this in-depth chapter she will teach you all about how to stay in control of your game and boost your chances of success. Heather’s common-sense strategies will improve your chances next time you bet at the roulette tables. You’ll also find out what we mean by the Gambler’s Fallacy, and why you should beware of falling into this trap.

Chapter 9

As any professional gambler will tell you, money management is the key to success, as well as having fun. This straightforward chapter will teach you the ins and outs of responsible bankroll management, as well as how to know when you should leave the table. Our casino experts share their advice for the best ways to manage your money at the roulette tables.

Chapter 10

The world of casino gaming has changed immeasurably in the past 20 years, thanks to revolutions in digital gaming technology. This chapter will help you get to grips with the key differences between classic land-based casino roulette and high-tech virtual roulette. It will also help you choose the right roulette option for you.

Chapter 11

Roulette has produced plenty of overnight millionaires and eye-catching headlines. In this tantalising chapter, we’ll take a look at some of the luckiest roulette winners to have played and won big at Casino.com. We share some of our winners’ stories along with how much they won from the spinning wheels.

Chapter 12

This chapter is designed to serve as your handy guide to the all-important roulette FAQs, including everything you need to know about online roulette play. We answer queries about the fairness of online roulette, paying taxes on winnings and much more. Keep this chapter to hand if you ever have a question about roulette that needs answering.

Chapter 13

Do you know your racetrack from your block bets? What does it mean when your bet is ‘en prison? Our expert roulette glossary is on hand to help you understand all of the roulette lingo and ensure that you never miss a thing. From A to Z – Andrucci systems to zero pockets – we have got you covered.