One of the most
popular European Roulette strategies is something known
as the Martingale Strategy. It has been used for a
wealth of casino games but is best employed with games
of Roulette.
Advocates of this strategy swear by it, but as with all
gaming strategies, it does not guarantee success and
there is always an element of risk.
Although it can be effective, one of the issues with the
Martingale Strategy is that it doesn’t take long for
your stake to spiral out of control. For example, if you
typically stake $10 per game, you may follow the below
pattern:
- Wager = $10 (Win)
- Wager = $10 (Loss)
- Wager = $20 (Loss)
- Wager = $40 (Loss)
- Wager = $80 (Loss)
- Wager = $160 (Win)
- Wager = $10 (Win)
In the end, you finish with a profit, but getting there
requires you to stake $160 at one point, and if that
6th spin is a loss, your stake will hit $320.
Whether it turns out to be a successful session or not,
$320 is a frightening amount to wager for someone who
usually plays with $10.
It’s also an amount that might not be available to them,
in which case the session comes to a screeching halt
before they are able to generate a return.
Some of the more reliable ways to safeguard your gaming
include:
- Bankroll: Create a bankroll to
determine how much you should be depositing and
wagering every week, month, or quarter. Make sure
you don’t exceed this amount.
- Deposit Limit: Set deposit and/or
wagering limits to help you adhere to your bankroll.
They also prevent you from losing more than you can
afford.
- Learn More: The more you know, the
fewer mistakes you make and the less money you lose.
Take a look at the info in this guide, learn the
rules, and make sure you’re playing safely and
sensibly at all times.
- Get Help: If you think you’re
gambling too much, it’s time to call it a day. Take
a look at our Guide to Responsible Gaming to
get the help you need.